Senior Project Manager
| Posting date: | 05 March 2026 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 04 April 2026 |
| Location: | Bristol, Bristol, TA5 1XA |
| Company: | Rullion |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | CR/355191_1772713614 |
Summary
Role Title: Senior Project Manager
Role Type: Full-Time, Contract - 24 months
Start date: ASAP
Locations: Somerset - FT onsite
Hours of work: 37 hours per week / 4 day working week
Salary: Inside IR35
Role Overview
We are seeking a Senior Project Engineer to provide technical leadership and engineering support across infrastructure projects at Hinkley Point A. The role involves ensuring designs meet required standards, supervising construction/deconstruction activities, and maintaining configuration control throughout the project lifecycle. The successful candidate will work closely with stakeholders to deliver safe, compliant, and efficient project outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Manage engineering activities across assigned projects, from concept through handover.
Develop and review technical specifications, design solutions, and project documentation.
Supervise construction/deconstruction to ensure alignment with design intent.
Maintain site configuration control of drawings, documentation, and project records.
Support the preparation of Project Execution Plans, including design, commissioning, and decommissioning strategies.
Participate in optioneering processes and provide fit-for-purpose engineering solutions.
Approve contractors' technical submissions, method statements, and risk assessments.
Liaise with system engineers and stakeholders to ensure smooth project delivery.
Support continuous improvement of Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality practices on site.
Deputise for Section Head and undertake emergency scheme duties when required.
Essential Requirements
NQF Level 5 qualification in Mechanical Engineering (degree/NQF Level 6 desirable).
Proven experience in mechanical engineering within industrial or nuclear projects.
Strong knowledge of national engineering standards and regulatory frameworks.
Demonstrable experience delivering project engineering activities from design to handover.
Customer-focused with excellent stakeholder communication skills.
Desirable Experience
Working knowledge of Safety Rules and risk assessment methodology.
Familiarity with Site Licence, Quality Management System, and CDM Designer responsibilities.
Experience with contract management and multi-disciplinary project delivery.
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Company information:
This contract vacancy is being advertised by Rullion Ltd
Since 1978, Rullion has been securing exceptional candidates for a range of clients; from large well-known brands, to SMEs and start-ups. As a family-owned business, Rullion's approach is credible and honest, focused on building long-lasting relationships with both clients and candidates.
Rullion is a forward-thinking recruitment company that specialises in providing a wide range of talent consultancy services to a diverse client base; from small start-ups to large household names.
We celebrate and support diversity and are committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.
Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.