Assistant Infrastructure Programme Manager

Overview

We are currently on the lookout for an Assistant Manager in the Helensburgh area for a short term role in the nuclear defence industry,
until the end of June 2026
. In this role you will support the Infrastructure Programme Manager in the governance, control and forward planning of a major infrastructure programme
. The role has ownership of programme-level risk management, reporting and assurance, alongside development of the annual and long-term works programme. This is a governance-led programme role within a highly regulated, security-critical environment.

• Proven experience in programme or portfolio governance, programme controls or PMO within infrastructure, defence, nuclear or similarly regulated environments.
• Demonstrable ownership of a programme risk register, including scoring, mitigation planning and senior-level reporting.
• Strong stakeholder management experience, with the ability to engage and influence multiple teams and senior forums.
• SC clearance and sole UK nationality since birth (mandatory requirement).
• Ability to work hybrid, attending HMNB Clyde up to 2 days per week as required.

• Opportunity to work on high-impact, nationally critical infrastructure within the nuclear defence sector.
• A visible role with real influence over programme governance and long-term planning.
• Competitive rate, aligned to experience.
• Exposure to complex, regulated programmes that strengthen long-term career prospects.
• Supportive, professional environment working alongside experienced programme leaders.