(SDA) Core Production Capability Junior Project Manager

The Submarine Delivery Agency (SDA) is a part of the Ministry of Defence responsible for the procurement, in-service support, and disposal of the UKs nuclear submarines. Our work is of unparalleled strategic importance nationally and internationally, ensuring the security of the UKs continuous at-sea nuclear deterrent (CASD), and delivering some of the most technically complex programmes in defence. At least one of four nuclear-armed submarines, supported by smaller attack submarines, is on patrol at all times: 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

At the SDA, we strive to Support, Deliver and Aspire and put our values at the heart of our recruitment process. We believe that everyone should feel comfortable to be themselves and be supported to do their best work. As part of a diverse and inclusive workforce, our team will find a community to belong to. We believe that, by celebrating different backgrounds and different perspectives, together well achieve the extraordinary.

This position is advertised 37 hours per week.

The primary delivery location for this position is Rolls Royce, Derby.

Please note, due to the level of security, this role is reserved for UK nationals only.

This opportunity is to join the Core Production Capability (CPC) programme as a Level 2 Junior Project Manager.

CPC's aim is to operate, develop and regenerate the UK's capability to manufacture, make ready for installation, and transport, nuclear reactor cores that meet the technical standards for safe, available, and militarily capable Royal Navy submarines.

Reporting to a Level 3 Project Manager, you will support in the day to day management of a complex infrastructure programme.

Working from the contractors' site you will be expected to establish and manage strong relationships with industry.

You will also be involved in the Stakeholder Management of Assurance & Scrutiny teams for going through GMPP (Government Major Projects Portfolio) financial approvals.

Occasional travel to Bristol will also be required in order to collaborate with the wider CPC Team.

As the post holder will have access to very sensitive information, there are limitations on travelling to a small number of countries and we will undertake additional security checks as part of the recruitment process. Applications from candidates with close connections to certain countries may take considerably longer to process, or in some cases result in a withdrawal of an offer of employment. Further details will be provided at the conditional offer stage.

Hybrid and flexible working can be considered for this post but will need regular workplace attendance due to security constraints. Candidates are encouraged to discuss options with the recruiting line manager before submitting an application.

Where business needs allow, some roles may be suitable for a combination of office and working from home as part of a non-contractual hybrid working arrangement. All office-based employees will be expected to spend a minimum of 60% of their working time in office, subject to site capacity and any required workplace adjustments. Requirements to attend other locations for official business, or work in another MOD workplace, will also count towards this level of office attendance. Applicants can request further information regarding how this and other flexible working arrangements may work in their team from the Vacancy Holder (see advert for contact details). Defence Business Services cannot respond to any questions about working arrangements.

If you need to contact Defence Business Services (DBS) regarding this vacancy, please indicate that your vacancy is being handled by the SDA Recruitment Team. If you experience any technical difficulties with the CS Jobs system, please contact the Support Team at [email protected]

For this role, we are seeking the following:

• Demonstrate awareness of the bigger picture and the impact of the post holders work has on the wider programme and enterprise.
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with industry and stakeholders in the wider team.
• Strong team working skills.
• Previous experience of undertaking project management work
• Ability to undertake and learn the necessary skills leading to APM PMQ.