Nuclear Quality Manager at AECOM · Whitehaven

companyDescription "Empowering Innovation in Nuclear Energy: Join AECOM’s Vision for a Sustainable Future!" Work with Us. Change the World. At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations. There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world. We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us. jobDescription Start here. Grow here. “Are you ready to join a team of talented engineers and shape the future of the Nuclear Industry?” Due to the continued growth and expansion of our Nuclear Team, we are looking to enhance our technical capabilities and are seeking an experienced Nuclear Quality Manager, to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a vital role in the next phase of the nuclear industry as part of AECOM team. The Quality Manager will not only lead the implementation, maintenance and continual improvement of quality systems, policies and procedures for our active frameworks and project(s). You will also support work winning activities with respect to our quality approach for nuclear and follow this through into the initiation and delivery phase. This position indirectly report to the Regional QA Lead in their region and directly to the Nuclear Senior Leadership Team Your expertise will enable us to maintain the highest levels of compliance across our projects being delivery, whilst focusing on continuous improvement and delivering excellence to our clients. AECOM have an interesting and expanding pipeline of both international and UK based projects. Here’s what you’ll do: Lead the establishment and implementation of a robust QMS on our frameworks and projects. Develop, author, and maintain comprehensive Quality Plans for nuclear sector projects, ensuring full compliance with customer requirements, regulatory standards, and applicable nuclear industry codes and specifications. Provide quality management input to support bids and strategic tenders, including review of customer requirements, quality deliverables, compliance obligations, and risk considerations to strengthen successful project submissions. Lead the establishment and implementation of a robust QMS on our frameworks and projects. Ensure compliance with ISO 9001, nuclear project requirements and other industry standards. Bring quality leadership within the assigned projects/frameworks to drive a continuous improvement culture and LEAN system for project productivity. Work closely with our project directors, managers and engineering team to drive quality throughout our projects. Coach and mentor project directors and managers to ensure quality is a mindset and advancement of our quality culture. Work closely with our digital lead to streamline our quality approach. Oversee compliance across the delivery teams and identify opportunities for improvement. Provide guidance to the assigned project(s) on quality matters and system implementation especially during project start up. This includes specialist input on the preparation of project quality/management plans and other quality related documentation. Where needed assist with the further customization of the quality management system as per the project/client specific requirements whilst ensuring compliance to the corporate management system, including any quality updates. Carry out any assigned internal audits, ensure timely closure of any findings and share best practice and lessons learned with relevant stakeholders. Participate in meetings and reviews as required by the frameworks and projects. Prepare quality performance insight reports and data to identify performance, trends and areas for improvement Perform root cause investigations, reviews as required Provide quality training, awareness and communication Support external audits and second party audits (for example client), where required. Engage and collaborate with stakeholders and clients, including the UKI quality team Come grow with us. Become part of our dynamic nuclear team, which boasts a team of leading and innovating industry experts. Collaborate with top-tier civil, mechanical, electrical, and process engineers to deliver a variety of captivating projects, from small initiatives to large-scale ventures, all the way from concept to completion.  At AECOM, you’ll thrive in an inclusive and forward-thinking environment where your contributions are valued. And let's not forget about the perks at AECOM. You'll enjoy a range of core and personalised benefits designed to support your future and well-being, customised to fit your lifestyle. Take advantage of career development opportunities, our flexible hybrid working model to ensure a work-life balance that suits your lifestyle, technical practice networks, AECOM University, and volunteering days. Why Join Us: Be part of a dynamic team that tackles challenging and impactful nuclear projects. Work alongside industry-leading professionals and thought leaders. Engage in a collaborative and inclusive work environment. Access to continuous learning and development opportunities. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. Enjoy the flexibility to work in a way that fits your lifestyle while supporting a healthy work–life balance. qualifications Ready to push the limits of what’s possible? Here’s what we’re looking for: Engineering degree or a related field, incorporating quality qualifications. Certified Lead Auditor/Internal Auditor for ISO 9001 or equivalent. Chartered Quality Professional or equivalent. Collaborative, client focused Leader with a drive to continuously improve. Proven experience in developing and implementing Quality Plans for nuclear sector projects. Demonstrable experience in supporting bids and strategic tenders. You will also be self-motivated with an ability to work both autonomously where required, with a strong sense of commitment, a willingness to learn and a desire to work in a dynamic deadline driven team environment. At AECOM, we believe in creating a better world through innovative and sustainable solutions. If you share our vision and are ready to make a difference in the nuclear industry, we want to hear from you. Security Clearance Please note that our offer of employment is conditional upon your ability to meet UK security clearance requirements. This is necessary for you to work on the full range of projects requiring security clearance at AECOM Infrastructure and Environment UK Limited. additionalInformation Application Support We celebrate diversity, including neurodiversity, and believe it enriches our team. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and abilities. If you are an applicant with a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us at ReasonableAdjustments@aecom.com. At AECOM, we value everyone's unique contributions and perspectives. If you meet some of the requirements above or have transferable skills you believe would benefit us, we would be delighted to hear from you! Additional Information “Want to find out more about the role or what working at AECOM is like?” You can learn more about us here:  Energy Brochure Or why not connect directly with our recruiter on LinkedIn to unlock insights and take the next step towards your dream career! Click here to connect with the Recruiter via LinkedIn Alternatively you can email the recruiter at rhys.platten@aecom.com or register your interest here and we’ll keep you updated on our latest opportunities. #LI-RP1 #AECOMUKNUCLEARQUALITYMANAGER About AECOM AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM. Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed. You will help us foster a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients. AECOM provides a wide array of compensation, benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too. Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours. We are a Disability Confident Employer and will offer an interview to applicants who have a disability or long-term condition, who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role. Please let us know using this email address ReasonableAccommodationsUKI@aecom.com  if you would like to apply through the Disability Confident Interview Scheme. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.