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Assistant Infrastructure Programme Manager

  • Location: Glasgow, G84 0EH
  • Salary: Market conform rate
  • Job Type:Contract

Posted 2 days ago

  • Sector: Defence
  • Contact: Simon Drent
  • Contact Email: Simon.Drent@nrl.co.uk
  • Contact Phone: 01324 614 577
  • Start Date: 06 January 2026
  • Expiry Date: 05 February 2026
  • Job Ref: V-333739
In this role you will support the Infrastructure Programme Manager in the governance, control and forward planning of a major infrastructure programme in the Glasgow area. The role has ownership of programme-level risk management, reporting and assurance, alongside development of the annual and long-term (10-year) works programme. This is a governance-led programme role within a highly regulated, security-critical environment.

 

What you will need

  • Proven experience in programme or portfolio governance, programme controls or PMO within infrastructure, defence, nuclear or similarly regulated environments.
  • Demonstrable ownership of a programme risk register, including scoring, mitigation planning and senior-level reporting.
  • Strong stakeholder management experience, with the ability to engage and influence multiple teams and senior forums.
  • SC clearance and sole UK nationality since birth (mandatory requirement).
  • Ability to work hybrid, attending HMNB Clyde up to 2 days per week as required.
 

What’s in it for you

  • Opportunity to work on high-impact, nationally critical infrastructure within the nuclear sector.
  • A visible role with real influence over programme governance and long-term planning.
  • Competitive rate, aligned to experience.
  • Exposure to complex, regulated programmes that strengthen long-term career prospects.
  • Supportive, professional environment working alongside experienced programme leaders.


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