Project Operations Lead

Astute's Nuclear Team is partnering with a global nuclear business who provide engineering, manufacturing, maintenance, and technical services to the nuclear industry, supporting the design, operation, maintenance, and life extension of nuclear power plants. They are looking to recruit a Project Operations Lead for its Bristol office.

The Project Operations Lead comes with a salary up to £85,000 per annum and a wealth of benefits.

The Project Operations Lead will act in a deputy to the Head of Business Line and will be responsible for company strategy and operational objectives.

If you're a Senior Project Manager and are looking to work for an organisation that is at the forefront of complex nuclear project deployment, then submit your CV to apply today.

Responsibilities and duties of the Project Operations Lead

Reporting to the Head of Business Line you will:

Support the Head of Business Line in delivering strategic objectives and business performance.
Lead operational activities to drive growth, efficiency, profitability, and continuous improvement.
Oversee successful project delivery, ensuring safety, quality, budget, and customer satisfaction.
Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, stakeholders, and internal teams.
Support business development through tender preparation, commercial negotiations, and contract management.
Collaborate with functional leaders to optimise resource planning, capability development, and workload management.
Monitor business performance, reporting, forecasting, and governance to achieve commercial targets.
Act as deputy to the Head of Business Line, providing leadership and representing the business when required.

Professional qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

An engineering degree with a background in Engineering, Commercial or project management
Project Management qualification

Personal skills

The Project Operations Lead would suit someone who is:

Experienced in project management/delivery
Previously led supported bids, tenders, and business development
Well versed with nuclear projects.

Salary and benefits of the Project Operations Lead role

A base salary between £65,000 - £85,000 depending on experience

25 days annual leave + bank holidays
9% pension (minimum of 1% contributions from you)
BUPA healthcare (individual and family)
Life assurance
Income protection
Employee Assistance Programme
Professional Body Membership support

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