Deputy Director of Nuclear Power Plants UK Projects

Bristol, UK

Ready to engineer your positive impact? Then join Tractebel, part of the ENGIE Group, and our 5,600 passionate experts around the globe, driven by shaping a more sustainable world every day. It’s your chance to be a part of the adventure of the century: accelerating the energy transition – while enhancing people’s lives through meaningful projects. Make your contribution to carbon neutrality in markets like nuclear, renewables, power & gas, electrical grids, hydropower & dams, water resources & supply, desalination, complex & high-tech buildings, transport infrastructures, and ports & waterways. 

Are you ready to make a difference? Then we look forward to meeting you! 

What we offer 

• Tractebel is more than a place to work. It’s your chance to evolve alongside top experts on impactful projects around the world. It’s an environment built on team spirit, where you can reach your highest potential. With opportunities for quick career progression in a dynamic and challenging environment, your growth knows no limits.
• We actively support the development of our people through complementary trainings within the ENGIE Group, and international career evolution is possible.
• We offer a competitive salary package, and generous holiday allowance of 28 days plus bank holidays. We also cover subscription fees for one relevant professional institute per year.
• We value autonomy and offer flexible work patterns.
• Our offices include an in-house canteen and gym facilities to support your well-being.

Your mission  

This role uniquely combines people, program, and project management responsibilities, offering a dynamic and comprehensive approach to overseeing nuclear power plant projects in the UK.

As a Deputy Director of Nuclear Power Plants (NPPs) Projects in the UK, you will lead and coordinate Tractebel strategic involvement in the design and construction, lifetime extension, and decommissioning of large scale nuclear power plants in the UK. This includes overseeing, in collaboration with the PMO Manager, project management excellence and delivery of multidisciplinary engineering services in the capacity of Owner’s Engineer, Architect Engineer, and/or Designer.  

Your key responsibilities  

•  Assist in defining and implementing Tractebel's strategic approach to NPP projects in the UK, in collaboration with clients and key stakeholders.
• Develop and implement comprehensive project plans, including scope, schedule, budget, risk management, and communication strategies, ensuring alignment with overall program objectives.
• Facilitate regular project reviews and status meetings, ensuring effective communication and collaboration among project teams and stakeholders.
• Develop and manage project budgets, ensuring financial targets are met and costs are controlled. Optimize resource allocation, increase project revenues, and mitigate financial risks to enhance profitability.
• Supervise the delivery of project management and engineering services, including Owner’s or Architect Engineer missions, basic and/or detailed design, safety analysis, licensing support, procurement and contract management support, and site execution follow-up.
• Work closely with the Business Development & Sales teams to achieve project-specific objectives.
• Support the centralized Business Development team in the seamless transfer of opportunities from identification stage to bidding stage, in cooperation with the Sales team.
• Build and maintain strong relationships and proximity with clients, government agencies, national nuclear safety authorities, and industry partners.
• Provide strategic advice and technical leadership to clients throughout the project lifecycle.

We would love to hear from people with  

• Education:
  • Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or related fields. 
• Experience:
  • 10+ years of project management experience in major nuclear projects, ideally with exposure to new-build or EPR projects (e.g., Hinkley Point C or similar). 
  • Proven track record in managing large, complex, multi-stakeholder projects in highly regulated industries, preferably nuclear. 
  • Experience in leading production teams and facilitating cross-functional collaboration. 
  • Familiarity with NEC contracts and subcontract management.
  • Deep understanding of British nuclear industry, nuclear safety, licensing, and construction standards (e.g., RCC, ASME, IAEA).
  • Demonstrated ability to develop and manage project budgets, control costs, optimize resource allocation, increase project revenues, conduct financial analysis and reporting, and mitigate financial risks to enhance project profitability.

Who you are   

• Interpersonal Skills: 
  • Excellent communication skills, with fluency in English and the ability to engage effectively with multicultural stakeholders at all levels. Proficiency in French is an asset.
  • Proven leadership and coaching abilities, with experience motivating and integrating diverse teams, including senior engineers and graduates. 
  • Diplomatic and proactive approach to managing conflicts and complex team dynamics in high-pressure environments.

• Adaptability:
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-growing, multicultural organization, acting as a versatile 'Swiss army knife' to support various topics and adapt effectively in a VUCA (volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous) environment. 
• Leadership:
  • Proactive, rigorous, and detail-oriented, with the ability to synthesize complex information for strategic presentations to stakeholders.

Who we are  

Our top priorities are people, ethics, safety, and sustainability. With Tractebel, you are uniquely positioned to make a positive impact on global net-zero targets. The driving force behind reaching these goals is our greatest asset: you. Our people come first, and our strength is in our diversity. Because diversity leads to fresh perspectives that drive performance and innovation, we welcome all applicants and remain committed to an inclusive workplace. 

Find out more about Tractebel, our activities and why you should join us here! 

 
As part of the 96,000-strong ENGIE Group, your career path in pioneering low-carbon solutions around the world knows no limits. Every day is your opportunity to shape a more sustainable world.   

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