Role: Programme Manager

Location: Reading area

Closing date: 17/02/19

Package: Competitive Salary plus defined contributory pension scheme, generous holiday entitlement, additional flexible benefits scheme, and excellent work/life balance including nine day working fortnight.

Due to an ongoing period of demand and growth, our Project Management function are recruiting for an experienced Programme Manager to lead, plan, co-ordinate and deliver several high profile and complex projects.

The role requires an individual with in depth knowledge and experience of project delivery from within a complex nuclear environment alongside the management of the associated supply chain to achieve successful project outcomes.

The role also requires knowledge and experience of working with French nuclear establishments and senior MoD stakeholders.

The successful candidate should be able to demonstrate exceptional leadership as well as have the capability to lead international cross functional teams. The role will also require representation as an empowered deputy for the Head of Delivery at Executive and senior MoD level meetings.

The successful candidate must be willing and able to obtain and maintain the security clearance required for the role.

AWE plays a crucial role in the defence of the United Kingdom, by providing and maintaining the warheads for the country's nuclear deterrent. We are a centre of scientific, engineering and technological excellence, with some of the most advanced research, design and production facilities in the world. Our unique expertise also assists the UK Government in developing and delivering a range of innovative and integrated support services, including national nuclear security and counter-terrorism solutions.

AWE is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from sections of the community which are currently under-represented at AWE, including women, BAME and applicants with disabilities.

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