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 megaproject 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 workstreams 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