NSA Project Manager; Civils Scope

Position: NSA Contract Project Manager (Civils Scope)
NSA Contract Project Manager - Civils Scope

Contract | Inside IR35 | Ongoing

Location:

Bristol or London (hybrid working available)

Vacancy Overview

We are seeking an experienced NSA Contract Project Manager (Civils) to support the delivery of a major UK nuclear new-build infrastructure programme.

This is a high-profile role within a large, complex mega project operating at the forefront of the UK's low-carbon energy transition. The programme is now in active construction and delivery, offering long-term contract opportunities within a technically demanding and highly regulated environment.

The role sits within the Technical Contract Management function and is responsible for managing delivery of a Nuclear Services Agreement (NSA) covering design and engineering services, with specific accountability for civils scope activities.

Role Purpose

The Contract Project Manager (Civils) will be responsible for managing NSA contract delivery for civils-related design and engineering services, ensuring contractor outputs are delivered in line with contractual requirements, programme schedule, cost and quality expectations.

You will act as the primary contractual and delivery interface between the NSA Contractor and the Civils Delivery Programme, providing strong commercial awareness, scope control and delivery assurance across the lifecycle of the contract.

Key Responsibilities
Contract & Commercial Management

Oversee execution and performance of the NSA contract civils scope

Lead the management of Early Warnings, ensuring risks are understood and mitigated

Manage Compensation Events and Variations in collaboration with the commercial team

Provide scope challenge, cost insight and value assessment for contract changes and additional service requests

Act as the controlling mind and gatekeeper for task orders and scope changes

Escalate issues to senior stakeholders where required

Scope Ownership & Delivery Assurance

Manage end-to-end NSA civils scope as the primary point of contact

Ensure contractor deliverables meet contractual expectations, including:

Replication suitability

Configuration and design rules

Ensure timely provision of inputs, reviews and acceptance of contractor deliverables

Maintain cross-package consistency between engineering integration, delivery programmes and associated contracts

Stakeholder & Relationship Management

Build strong working relationships with engineering integration teams and contractor discipline leads

Act as the trusted contractual counterpart to the NSA Contractor

Coordinate with wider technical, commercial and programme teams on cross-cutting issues

Represent the NSA team in governance, progress and reporting forums

Work closely with programme engineering managers to ensure consistent delivery approach

Reporting & Governance

Track and report key financial, technical and schedule metrics

Capture and manage change requests impacting cost and programme baseline

Contribute to monthly reporting cycles, highlighting risks, issues and performance trends

Knowledge, Skills & Experience
Essential

Minimum 5 years' experience working on major infrastructure projects (nuclear experience highly desirable)

Strong contract and technical contract management background

Experience working with complex engineering or design service contracts

Ability to lead cross-functional technical and contractual discussions

Confident operating in ambiguous, fast-moving environments

Strong stakeholder management and communication skills

Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple work streams

Proactive approach to issue resolution and escalation

Strong IT skills, particularly MS Office

Desirable

Project Management qualification (PMI/APM or equivalent)

Understanding of civil engineering design principles

Familiarity with nuclear standards and EPR-type projects

Commercial awareness of large infrastructure delivery models

Experience supporting pre-tender and tender stages

Chartered or working towards chartership

Continuous improvement mindset

Contract Details

Contract type:
Inside IR35

Duration:
Ongoing / long-term

Location:

Bristol or London with hybrid working