Group Projects Governance and Investment Manager

Job Title: Group Projects Governance and Investment Manager

Location(s) –

Capenhurst, CH1 6ER OR Stoke Poges, SL2 4JS (Hybrid)

Help us to make a world of difference

Urenco offers a rare expertise in enriching uranium for the civil nuclear industry. In fact, we are the only company with the capability to do this at four sites across the world.

As a global leader in the production of low carbon energy, we work at the cutting edge of the transition to a sustainable, net zero world.

This transformational vision opens up unique and exciting opportunities to build a dynamic, energising, and rewarding career.

And right now, we’re looking for a Group Projects Governance and Investment Manager. Based at our Capenhurst OR Stoke Poges sites you’ll define, implement and deliver a complete strategic and internal governance and investment support system at all Urenco locations who work in line with global standards, ensuring sufficient and scalable control on all projects.  The Group Projects  Governance and Investment Manager’s accountability and remit will include the development of support resources and accountability for the quality of internal project governance output in Urenco’s project portfolio.

What will your day look like?

• Accountable for alignment between the business objectives and group projects
• Accountable for the project internal governance framework for investment management specific to the organization and all global locations
• Communicate strategy, objectives and benefits to business units and group whilst implementing the organizational strategy to achieve maximum business benefit.
• Manage multinational and multi-level stakeholder expectations across all locations
• Accountable for delivering the target performance levels for investment as defined by  KPI’s within the Project Support Service Level Agreement (SLA) and those on large complex projects (Program(s))
• Accountable for the line management of a distributed, highly qualified multi-national team
• Set a common standard across the Urenco group for internal investment governance and monitor lessons learnt to ensure these standards are continuously improved
• Accountable for the development and implementation of a competency model, training and development plan, and certification for personnel
• Build relationships with key personnel within Urenco Business Units. (including but not limited to Commercial, Strategy, Engineering and Project Management)

What do you need to be great at this role?

• Educated to Degree level in a relevant discipline
• Project Management  or Project controls Qualification / Accreditation such as APM, PMI, AACE or equivalent
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience managing / leading a strategic department
• Minimum of 3 years leading multi-cultural teams in several geographic locations
• Demonstrable experience across the entire project lifecycle, from concept development to hand-over
• Proven track record being fully accountable for a complex, multi-discipline project in the lead role or an owner role
• Proven leadership experience and ability to work with minimum supervision

What can you expect from us?

More than just a job, we offer a future. More than just a place to work, we provide an opportunity to prosper. Urenco powers the possibilities that let you make the most of your day to day – and shape your own tomorrow.

We reward your contribution with industry-leading pay – and that’s just the start.

An exceptional range of physical and mental wellbeing, financial, and lifestyle benefits flex around the things you find most important in life. Like the idea of travelling overseas? We can make that happen too. And our annual global awards bring us together to celebrate our outstanding work achievements.

We’re well aware that being the best company possible starts with helping you become the best you can be in your career.

We’re also committed to helping you achieve work-life balance. So you can count on us to deliver the personal development resources you need to gain new qualifications, learn new skills, and open new possibilities.

• Annual leave of 27 days per annum.
• A diverse range of family friendly policies.
• A generous bonus scheme.
• A defined contribution pension scheme; with up to 16% employer’s contribution.
• Flexible benefits package; including life assurance and income protection. In addition, you’ll have an opportunity to purchase additional benefits that suit your lifestyle and take advantage of tax and NI savings.
• Education and training; we take pride in helping people learn and develop by supporting, accelerating and directing your learning. As well as the completion of mandatory health and safety courses, training packages will be offered to meet your specific needs.

Please be aware that this role is subject to SC Clearance and medical, drug and alcohol testing prior to start

Our Promise

As a truly global company with a presence in the UK, USA, Germany, and the Netherlands, we know that our individual differences make us stronger. Putting people at the heart of our business, we strive to create an open and inclusive workplace that allows every voice to be heard and diversity to thrive. And we support an array of dedicated initiatives, activities, and employee networks to nurture a positive and inspiring work experience.  

Because together, we are one Urenco. We are enriching the world. And enriching your future.