Vulcain Engineering - UK
Project Engineer - Nuclear
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Project Engineer – Nuclear Sector
Location: UK-based (likely requiring high-level security clearance)
Vulcain Engineering, an international engineering consultancy, is a trusted partner for industrial leaders transforming sectors into sustainable, responsible futures. With 17 global offices and over 6,000 employees, we deliver expertise to the world’s most complex infrastructure projects—including nuclear. Our work on Hinkley Point C (HPC) and other pioneering schemes drives sustainable energy innovation.
About the Role
The Project Engineer ensures seamless delivery of contract scope and work packages across the project lifecycle. Your responsibility? Aligning planning, safety, quality, time, and cost parameters—all while serving project objectives.
Key Responsibilities
- Define work scope, interfaces, and stakeholder alignment within contractual frameworks.
- Lead communication strategies, deploying project execution plans (PEPs) under your contract/package.
- Secure required resources to meet project milestones.
- Oversee safe, on-time, budget-friendly delivery aligned to technical/business requirements.
- Monitor progress, track milestones and budgets, and provide stakeholder reporting.
- Develop, update (in collaboration with Project Controls), and manage:
- Project/programme plans (including full costing and work breakdown structures (WBS)).
- Risk and critical path assessments using designated software/tools.
- Implement change control processes, updating documentation as needed.
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Requirements
Preferred Profile
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Education/Qualifications:
- Min. HND in Management; Economics; Engineering; Construction; Quantity Surveying; or a related field.
- APM Practitioner Qualification or equivalent.
- Chartered status through an international body (e.g., APM Chartered Project Professional).
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Experience:
- Proven success engaging stakeholder groups in multi-disciplinary settings.
- Hands-on experience in high-hazard environments (Nuclear, Energy, Rail, Oil & Gas, Aviation).
- Familiarity with contract types (e.g., NEC Suite, FIDIC).
- Awareness of CDM Regulations.
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Personality & Values:
- Aligns with Vulcain’s principles: Care & Compassion; Performance; Team Spirit; Inclusiveness.
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Security Note:
- Most UK nuclear projects require a limited/work permit; sponsorship is exceptional and case-dependent. PriorRighttoWorkinUKoften required.
Remuneration & Benefits
- Salary: Tailored to experience levels, spanning early-career to senior roles. IDEALpositionsbeyondthisrole; enquire during application.
- Wellbeing & Development:
- 25 days holiday + holiday swap (e.g., for celebrations).
- Pension scheme with employer matching.
- Enhanced parental benefits (Maternity/Paternity/Neonatal leave).
- Employee referral scheme.
- Private healthcare and dental insurance.
- EV and Cycle-to-Work Schemes.
- Professional training (qualifications/accreditations funded).
- Business & personal travel insurance.
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
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Why Join Us?
- Impactful work: Contribute to future-ready infrastructure; join challenges at the forefront of nuclear and low-carbon innovation.
- Growth opportunities: Career progression, mentorship, and cross-sector development.
- Culture: A collaborative, supportive environment honouring diverse talent. Recognised for achievements through our network.
- Make a difference: Shape industries critical to global sustainability and energy transitions.
Equal Opportunities
Vulcain Engineering UK stands by equality and inclusion. We guarantee fairness and respect, welcoming applicants irrespective of age; gender; disability; ethnicity; religion; sexual orientation; or socio-economic background. If you require adjustments during recruitment, purchaseus.
Due to high application volumes, we will only reach out to shortlisted candidates or those considered for future opportunities. [EqualOpportunities Lösungigacoe làng NFCMT]
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