Project Manager – Oxfordshire

A Project Manager is responsible for overseeing the successful delivery of projects within the STEP fusion energy programme in Oxfordshire, managing budgets up to £10 million annually. They develop comprehensive project management plans to meet milestones, organise project teams, and supervise contractors in accordance with government standards. The role involves active stakeholder engagement, regular project reporting, and proactive risk management to ensure objectives are achieved on time, within budget, and to quality standards. Candidates are expected to have recognised project management qualifications such as APM PMQ, Prince 2, or PMP, and experience with diverse methodologies including waterfall, agile, and hybrid. Strong leadership, communication skills, and commercial awareness are essential to make sound economic decisions that maximise project value. The role offers flexibility in hours, subject to operational requirements, and involves security clearance checks due to the nature of the work.