Assistant Project Manager – UKIFS

Fusion energy offers the potential for significant quantities of low‑carbon, inherently safe, abundantly fuelled, baseload energy, supporting sustainable climate action and energy independence. While the technical challenge remains high, confidence is increasing, and the rewards of realising fusion are almost incalculable. Anticipated to come online for commercial purposes in the middle of this century, fusion offers a viable means to sustainable net zero in the UK and globally, as well as to increased energy security. The UK is currently a world leader in fusion research and development and in the drive to realise commercially viable energy from fusion, a sector with an estimated value of £tns per year. STEP (Spherical Tokamak for Energy Production) is the UK’s flagship national programme to deliver a prototype fusion energy plant, targeting 2040, and a path to commercial viability of fusion. STEP is deliberately bold and ambitious and seeks people who want to be part of a world‑changing endeavour and who have credible and relevant experience in delivery. STEP is currently led by the UK Atomic Energy Authority, which has breadth and depth of expertise in fusion science, engineering and operations built over decades. Over the next year, leadership will transition to a new company, UK Industrial Fusion Solutions Ltd. (UKIFS) to focus on the delivery of the prototype and, in so doing, the development of a fusion supply chain. From the next government investment gate, UKIFS will lead a collaborative team of industrial Whole Planet Partners who bring expertise in engineering and construction, plus the UKAEA who will remain as strategic partner providing fusion expertise. The Role Are you ready to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of clean energy? At UKIFS, we’re building the foundations for fusion energy in the UK, and we need an Assistant Project Manager to help us deliver on this ambitious vision. Based at our West Burton site, you will support the planning and development of the build environment and site characterisation, working closely with the Project Managers and integrated project teams. This is a dynamic role that combines project coordination, stakeholder engagement, and digital optimisation, ensuring seamless operations across a complex and evolving programme. What You’ll Do Plan and Schedule: Coordinate contractor work, maintain site schedules, and manage project team calendars to keep everything on track. Drive Communication: Organise and facilitate key meetings, prepare agendas and minutes, and produce accurate weekly and board‑level reports. Manage Bespoke Projects: Assist in developing detailed project plans, monitor progress, and ensure alignment with timelines and milestones. Optimise Digitally: Lead the use of the Sensat platform for site layout verification, clash detection, and digital optimisation. Champion Integration: Act as a key liaison across site teams, ensuring collaboration and clear communication between stakeholders. We champion safety, we all matter, we act as one, we are pioneering, we deliver. Professional Development and Collaboration UKIFS is committed to continuous development and collaboration. We actively engage with APM and other relevant external bodies as part of ongoing learning, support the STEP PPM community through conferences and community of practice activities, and welcome applications from under‑represented groups, encouraging participation from women and people from British Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds, as well as individuals with disabilities. Equal Opportunities Statement UKIFS is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI). We actively promote EDI and take steps to increase diversity within our organisation. We reinforce best practices in recruitment and selection and evaluate approaches to remove barriers to success. Benefits Outstanding defined‑benefit pension scheme, details of which can be found at the end of this advert. Corporate bonus scheme up to 7 % and a relocation allowance (if eligible). Flexible working options including family‑friendly policies. Employee Assistance Programme and trained Mental Health First Aiders. Generous annual leave allowance starting with 25 days, plus 3 days Christmas closure and 2.5 privilege days, in addition to UK bank holidays. A vibrant inclusive culture committed to equality. Browse some of our current job vacancies below. What can I expect from the application process at UKAEA? Once you have submitted a formal application via our website, all CVs will be reviewed shortly after the closing date of the advert. Sign up for job alerts and never miss an opportunity. By 2050, the planet could be using twice as much electricity compared to today. Are you interested in contributing and helping to shape the future of the world’s energy? If so, read on. Fusion, the process that powers the Sun and stars, is one of the most promising options for generating the cleaner, carbon‑free energy that our world badly needs. UKAEA leads the way in realising fusion energy, partnering with industry and research for groundbreaking advancements. Our goal is to bring fusion electricity to the grid, supported by tomorrow's power stations. In pursuit of our mission, UKAEA embraces core values: Innovation, Commitment, Trust, and Collaboration. #J-18808-Ljbffr