Package Manager at Amentum in United Kingdom

Package Manager Location: UK-Sellafield At Amentum, we're not just solving problems; we're engineering the future. Our team is driven by an unyielding commitment to innovation, integrity, and collaboration, tackling some of the most significant challenges in science, security, and sustainability. If you're passionate about making a real impact and want to be part of a community that values ethical excellence, this is the place where your ambition can thrive. Here, we believe that success comes from continuously pushing boundaries and working together to deliver on our promises. We embrace challenges with confidence and are dedicated to creating a secure and vibrant future for all. We’ll inspire and empower you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed – today and into tomorrow.  We offer an exciting range of opportunities to develop your career within a supportive and diverse team who always strive to do the right thing for our people, clients and communities. People are our greatest asset, and we offer a competitive package to retain and attract the best talent. In addition to the benefits you’d expect, UK employees also receive free single medical cover and digital GP service, family-friendly benefits such as enhanced parental leave pay and free membership of employee assistance and parental programmes, plus reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships. Work-life balance and flexibility is a key focus area for us. About the Opportunity Amentum is a key delivery partner within the Decommissioning and Nuclear Waste Partners (DNWP) Framework, a major Sellafield programme worth up to £4.6 billion and running for up to 15 years. The framework is focused on safely accelerating decommissioning, remediation and high hazard risk reduction across one of the most complex nuclear sites in the world. Our nuclear team supports the front end design, engineering, technical leadership and delivery expertise required across the DNWP portfolio. We are looking for individuals with high value expertise from across regulated and comparable sectors to who can work collaboratively, embrace new challenges and contribute to the mission of safely and efficiently delivering Sellafield’s decommissioning and nuclear waste objectives. Role Purpose As a Package Manager you will be responsible for overseeing the planning, execution, and delivery of project packages, ensuring scope, schedule, budget, safety, and quality standards are met across stakeholders and teams. You will report directly into the Delivery Manager or Framework Manager and conduct work alongside Delivery Leads, Package Managers, Engineers and with support from Administrators. Employee will be expected to contribute to the delivery of social value in line with the DNWP framework, supporting positive outcomes for local communities. Voluntary engagement is supported, with up to 16 hours per full time equivalent allocated. Key Responsibilities Planning and coordinating all phases of identified package of works, including project initiation, planning, execution, monitoring and closeout. Establishing project objectives, scope and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders and ensuring alignment with client requirements. Developing and managing project schedules, and resource allocations to ensure timely delivery. Liaising with support functions and subcontractors to monitor progress, resolve issues and ensure compliance with specifications and quality standards. Managing procurement processes, including bid evaluations, contract negotiations and vendor selection. Support project budgeting and cost control and manage change orders to ensure adherence to budgetary constraints. Conducting regular site inspections to assess project progress, identify risks, and ensure compliance with safety protocols and regulatory requirements. Use established procedures to solve problems and suggest pragmatic solutions. Maintain effective communication with project team members and stakeholders to provide project updates, communicate address concerns and foster strong working relationships. Develop comprehensive project plans, including timelines, resource allocations and procurement strategies. Coordinate and oversee scheduled activities, ensuring adherence to project schedules and specifications. Evaluate and select contractors and subcontractors based on qualifications, experience and cost-effectiveness. Monitor project progress, track key performance indicators (KPIs) and report on project status to stakeholders. Ensure compliance with safety regulations and legal requirements, prioritising a safe working environment for all involved. Manage project documentation, including contracts, permits, drawings and change orders. Conduct regular meetings to facilitate communication, address challenges and to meet project objectives. Provide regular updates and reports on project status, including milestones, budget updates, and any significant developments or risks via OPR’s. Implement and enforce safety protocols and ensure compliance with local building codes and regulations. Carry out thorough project evaluations and assessments to identify areas for improvement and implement necessary corrective measures. Provide guidance to the project team, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment. Here's What You'll Need HND or equivalent Level 5 qualification in relevant discipline, e.g. mechanical, electrical, construction. Experienced working within multi-discipline engineering / construction projects and tasks within a highly regulated industry Previously responsible for overseeing the planning, execution, and delivery of project packages, ensuring scope, schedule, budget, safety, and quality standards are met across stakeholders and teams Possesses a good theoretical understanding of engineering principles and technologies Have previous experience using evidence-based approaches to solve engineering problems and support continuous improvement Possesses knowledge and understanding sufficient to apply established engineering methods safely and effectively in practice. Experienced in planning and coordinating work and resources for engineering tasks / projects. Managed or contributed to budgets, scheduling and resource allocation Able to communicate engineering information effectively at all levels and present and justify technical proposals and decisions clearly Our Culture Our values are built on a strong foundation of safety, integrity, and respect for every individual. People are at the heart of our mission, and we believe in supporting one another through a culture of care and collaboration. We strive to create a workplace where everyone feels they belong and can thrive. Supporting mental wellbeing and fostering a sense of connection are essential to how we work. When we embrace different perspectives and work together, we become more innovative, more agile, and more successful. We partner with VERCIDA, for greater online accessibility, please visit www.vercida.com to view and access our roles. As a Disability Confident employer, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a vacancy. We welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team.