Junior Project Manager jobs in Whitehaven

You will be joining a high-performing Project Controls function that takes pride in accuracy, integrity, and proactive support to project leadership. Working on large, complex engineering programmes, you will lead the integration of planning, cost control, estimating, risk management, change management, and reporting to provide a complete, reliable view of project performance.

A leading engineering services firm is looking for candidates for its Project Management Placement Scheme 2026 in Whitehaven, UK. The role offers real projects from day one, fostering skills development and collaboration in a consultancy environment. Applicants should be currently pursuing a degree and bring a passion for consultancy and teamwork. The firm offers opportunities for professional...

You will be responsible for overseeing the timely execution and completion of both the pre-construction and construction phases of the project.

You will have ownership, responsibility, and accountability for the project, highlighting project risks, identify opportunities and mentor the continuous improvement initiatives in order to improve efficiencies.

You will manage teams of Leads, Engineers, and Technicians often across various locations to ensure commissioning work is executed to meet legal, regulatory and project requirements. People management and leadership are key elements of this role as you will set and approve delivery plans as well as manage work progress and performance and, where appropriate, take the necessary corrective actions.

You will take responsibility for project cost forecasting, cost control systems and budget management, ensuring accurate reporting and strong financial governance across the programme.

A leading engineering firm based in Whitehaven is searching for an experienced Project Manager to oversee large-scale projects in the nuclear sector. This role entails managing project delivery, client relationships, and team performance. Candidates should have significant project management experience, preferably in the nuclear industry, and be well-versed in working with multidisciplinary...

Job Description Role: Site Manager Location: West Cumbria Job: Retrofit Projects Duration: 12 weeks temp-perm Hours: 40 hours a week Days: Monday to Friday Certificates Required: SMSTS & First Aid Rate: £240 a day Please submit your resume highlighting your relevant experience and qualifications for this position.

You will also be responsible for the bidding and delivery of our projects to time, cost, and quality throughout their project lifecycle, from tender to closeout.

You will manage teams of Leads, Engineers, and Technicians often across various locations to ensure commissioning work is executed to meet legal, regulatory and project requirements. People management and leadership are key elements of this role as you will set and approve delivery plans as well as manage work progress and performance and, where appropriate, take the necessary corrective actions.

You will play a key role in coordinating and managing multidisciplinary design packages to ensure safe, compliant and buildable solutions are delivered to programme.

You must already hold SC clearance or be eligible to obtain it. This includes having the right to work in the UK.

You will coordinate resources, facilitate stakeholder meetings, and provide risk assessment guidance. The role requires strong interpersonal skills and previous experience in high hazard environments. Competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, and opportunities for professional development are offered.

We are seeking a Package Manager to join our team responsible for delivery of major projects on our 17-year civils and concrete structures framework for the PPP at Sellafield. Works will include earthworks, concrete structures blockwork and concrete structures. Why join us? Sir Robert McAlpine is celebrating 155 years of history, as a family-owned business that has stayed true to its values....

A recruitment agency specializing in nuclear is seeking an experienced Project Controls Manager to join their team in Whitehaven, England. This role involves leading project controls for major engineering projects, ensuring integration of cost, scheduling, and risk management while producing high-quality reports for stakeholders. The ideal candidate has an HNC/HND in Engineering or similar, along...

You will manage engineering teams and ensure compliance with legal and project requirements. The ideal candidate will possess a Degree in a relevant field and have experience in a regulated environment. This role provides an opportunity to advance into senior management and continue professional development.

Westlakes Recruit are currently recruiting for a quantity surveying manager based in Cumbria. Reporting to: Commercial Lead Location: Project-based (Sellafield) Framework Value: £45-£50m Framework Contract Type: Permanent / Contract (as applicable) Key ResponsibilitiesLead, manage, and mentor a team of Quantity Surveyors across several framework projectsProvide commercial oversight and governance...

Job Description AtkinsRéalis is a leading global consultancy with over 80 years of design and engineering expertise. With us, you'll be surrounded by the skills, knowledge, and support to help you succeed. Together, we can deliver projects which have a positive, sustainable impact on the world. You might know us for the great work we do across our wide variety of projects. We're proud to say...

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Job Description Achieve quality assurance operational objectives by contributing information and analysis to strategic audits and reviews; prepare and complete gap analysis and audit plans; identify and resolve problems; complete audits; determine system improvements; develop and implement quality management systems, and possible training of client staff. Validate supplier quality management...

You will manage and coordinate ~£60m p/a of contractual spend - including coordination and reporting of pan-organisational information (e.g. Defined Cost, Disallowed Cost, cost covered by Fee, invoicing and timesheets) - primarily operating within Joint Venture environments.

You will be motivated, excited and a team player.