Working arrangementsPlease note this role does offer hybrid working, our model sets out a minimum 60% onsite / 40% home working split.Part time working or job share options will be reviewed on an individual basis.Overview Join us to help enable Tokamak Energy’s ambitious strategy to bring clean energy through fusion and develop related business applications to position the company as a leader in sustainable energy. Tokamak Energy is seeking an experienced Programme Manager to join the Project Management Office (PMO).This role will report directly to our Head of Programmes and PMO and sit at the heart of Tokamak Energy in delivering important programmes in support of our strategy.RequirementsThis role is responsible for a major Tokamak Energy technology development programme and/or several projects driving delivery to quality, cost and delivery targets.Key deliverables will beDeliver the programme benefits to quality, cost and delivery targets.Lead a cross functional programme team as part of the integrated team.Lead the programme governance in line with company assurance and business management processes through the programme lifecycle.Drive project management best practices within the programme and Tokamak Energy in conjunction with the PMO team.In this role, you will<ul> <li>Proactively lead the programme team, collaborators and suppliers to successfully deliver assigned programme(s).</li> <li>Define the programme objectives, deliverables and requirements with the Technical Leadership team and agree them with the Programme Sponsor.</li> <li>Generate deliverable based, integrated cross functional and supplier / collaborator plans (inc. schedule, cost, risk and resource).</li> <li>Set timelines for the successful delivery the programme to quality/scope, cost and delivery targets in collaboration with Technical Leads. </li> <li>Planning a baseline Design and manage the programme organisational, product and work breakdown structures leading to work packages with delegated schedules, budgets and risks.</li> <li>Planning for monitoring and control In collaboration with the PMO, concurrently define and implement project management processes and performance metrics/controls to plan and track deployment. These will include cost, schedule, scope, risk &amp; issue management, change management, contract management and tracking for any supplier led activity.</li> <li>Proactively lead the risk management plan and identification &amp; resolution of issues within the programme.</li> <li>Lead progress review meetings (internal and external), prepare reports and presentations including board level material, and ensure actions are captured and closed out.</li> <li>Manage the programme EAC (estimate at completion) and in year budget including estimating, variance narratives and corrective action in line with the company financial timetable.</li> <li>Evaluate programme resource demand and ensure the resource allocation is understood and supports the plan as part of the company resource management process.</li> <li>Agree work share with the Commercial function and coordinate commercial activities to ensure facilities, resources, collaborators and suppliers are secured to support programme requirements. When agreed with Commercial, active leadership of the activities will be required.</li> <li>Promote adherence to safe working practices in the delivery of programme activities.</li> </ul>Requirements<ul> <li>Degree qualified in a relevant field.</li> <li>Demonstrate substantial relevant experience in delivery or programme management of large and complex technical programmes.</li> <li>Demonstrate experience of having built, driven and managed innovative programmes in ambiguous &amp; volatile environments in which excellent risk management has been paramount.</li> <li>Be a skilful communicator and facilitator who is able to draw ideas from others and have experience of interfacing with scientific and engineering teams.</li> <li>Be an exceptional integrator who is a cross organisational collaborator and able to motivate different parts of the organisation to deliver results through the application of strong interpersonal and influencing skills.</li> <li>Ability to connect strategic objectives with individual technical tasks and clearly communicate this in both directions for all levels of the business.</li> <li>Able to interpret highly technical situations and apply strong problem solving and decision making skills.</li> <li>Experience working in changing environments with the ability and resilience to handle ambiguity and lead in volatile &amp; uncertain situations.</li> <li>Be qualified in at least one of the following PRINCE 2, APM, Agile Project Management or with experience to demonstrate appropriate PM skills and capability.</li> </ul>Benefits<ul> <li>Salary dependent on skills and experience and will be discussed from the outset</li> <li>28 days (inclusive of festive break) holiday plus bank holidays</li> <li>Eligible for discretionary performance related bonus</li> <li>Share options scheme</li> <li>Pension scheme </li> <li>Financial benefits  including; group life insurance, critical illness, health cash plan and discount scheme  </li> <li>Innovation and Merit bonuses</li> <li>Investment in training and development to support career progression</li> <li>Opportunity to work on and contribute to world class innovation</li> </ul>Company backgroundWhat if there was a limitless, safe, clean, low cost energy source, providing much needed global energy security?  What if that energy source could also help address climate change?  The answer is fusion energy the power of the stars. Tokamak Energy is a leading global commercial fusion energy company based near Oxford with have an unrivalled track record designing and operating spherical tokamaks; the optimal route to commercial fusion. In addition to fusion, Tokamak Energy is recognised as a world leader in transformative High Temperature Superconducting (HTS) magnet technology. Our dedicated HTS magnet team, in collaboration with key manufacturing partners, is focussed on enabling new levels of performance and becoming the leading supplier of HTS magnets to multiple markets, including renewable energy, medicine, science and propulsion in water, land, air and space.  The company, founded in 2009 as a spin off from UK Atomic Energy Authority, currently employs a growing team of over 260 people with experts from the UK and around the world.  It combines world leading scientific, engineering, industrial and commercial capabilities.  The company has more than 75 families of patent applications and has raised $335 million, comprising $275m from private investors and $60m from the UK and U.S. governments.  Our U.S. subsidiary, Tokamak Energy Inc, was established in 2019. Come and be a part of a dynamic and innovative team striving to provide a solution to one of humanity’s greatest challenges clean and sustainable fusion energy for all.Important information for candidatesPre employment screeningPlease note that the appointment of the successful candidate will be subject to standard pre employment screening, as applicable to the post. This will include right to work, proof of identity and references. Data privacyPlease note that any personal data submitted to Tokamak Energy as part of the job application process will be processed in accordance with the GDPR and related UK data protection legislation.  Equality of opportunityEntry into employment with the Tokamak Energy and progression within employment will be determined only by personal merit and the application of criteria which are related to the duties of each post and the relevant salary structure. In all cases, ability to perform the job will be the primary consideration. No applicant or member of staff shall be discriminated against because of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. We’re committed to building an inclusive and accessible recruitment experience.If you have a disability or require any reasonable adjustments to support you through the application or interview process, please let us know. We’re happy to make the necessary arrangements to ensure you can perform at your best.

We are developing the technology to deliver clean, secure and affordable fusion energy in the 2030s. Tokamak Energy was founded in 2009 as a spin-off from UK Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA). Our US subsidiary, Tokamak Energy Inc, was established in 2019. We are the only private fusion company with over a decade&rsquo;s experience developing the two technologies that offer the most efficient and commercially attractive route to fusion energy; the compact spherical tokamak and high temperature superconducting (HTS) magnets. Our dedicated HTS magnet business unit, in collaboration with key manufacturing partners, is focussed on becoming the leading supplier of HTS technology for fusion and other exciting new applications, including science, renewable energy and propulsion in water, air and space.

Technical Engineering Programme Manager

Working arrangementsPlease note this role does offer hybrid working, our model sets out a minimum 60% onsite / 40% home working split.Part time working or job share options will be reviewed on an individual basis.Overview Join us to help enable Tokamak Energy’s ambitious strategy to bring clean energy through fusion and develop related business applications to position the company as a leader in sustainable energy. Tokamak Energy is seeking an experienced Programme Manager to join the Project Management Office (PMO).This role will report directly to our Head of Programmes and PMO and sit at the heart of Tokamak Energy in delivering important programmes in support of our strategy.RequirementsThis role is responsible for a major Tokamak Energy technology development programme and/or several projects driving delivery to quality, cost and delivery targets.Key deliverables will beDeliver the programme benefits to quality, cost and delivery targets.Lead a cross functional programme team as part of the integrated team.Lead the programme governance in line with company assurance and business management processes through the programme lifecycle.Drive project management best practices within the programme and Tokamak Energy in conjunction with the PMO team.In this role, you will<ul> <li>Proactively lead the programme team, collaborators and suppliers to successfully deliver assigned programme(s).</li> <li>Define the programme objectives, deliverables and requirements with the Technical Leadership team and agree them with the Programme Sponsor.</li> <li>Generate deliverable based, integrated cross functional and supplier / collaborator plans (inc. schedule, cost, risk and resource).</li> <li>Set timelines for the successful delivery the programme to quality/scope, cost and delivery targets in collaboration with Technical Leads. </li> <li>Planning a baseline Design and manage the programme organisational, product and work breakdown structures leading to work packages with delegated schedules, budgets and risks.</li> <li>Planning for monitoring and control In collaboration with the PMO, concurrently define and implement project management processes and performance metrics/controls to plan and track deployment. These will include cost, schedule, scope, risk &amp; issue management, change management, contract management and tracking for any supplier led activity.</li> <li>Proactively lead the risk management plan and identification &amp; resolution of issues within the programme.</li> <li>Lead progress review meetings (internal and external), prepare reports and presentations including board level material, and ensure actions are captured and closed out.</li> <li>Manage the programme EAC (estimate at completion) and in year budget including estimating, variance narratives and corrective action in line with the company financial timetable.</li> <li>Evaluate programme resource demand and ensure the resource allocation is understood and supports the plan as part of the company resource management process.</li> <li>Agree work share with the Commercial function and coordinate commercial activities to ensure facilities, resources, collaborators and suppliers are secured to support programme requirements. When agreed with Commercial, active leadership of the activities will be required.</li> <li>Promote adherence to safe working practices in the delivery of programme activities.</li> </ul>Requirements<ul> <li>Degree qualified in a relevant field.</li> <li>Demonstrate substantial relevant experience in delivery or programme management of large and complex technical programmes.</li> <li>Demonstrate experience of having built, driven and managed innovative programmes in ambiguous &amp; volatile environments in which excellent risk management has been paramount.</li> <li>Be a skilful communicator and facilitator who is able to draw ideas from others and have experience of interfacing with scientific and engineering teams.</li> <li>Be an exceptional integrator who is a cross organisational collaborator and able to motivate different parts of the organisation to deliver results through the application of strong interpersonal and influencing skills.</li> <li>Ability to connect strategic objectives with individual technical tasks and clearly communicate this in both directions for all levels of the business.</li> <li>Able to interpret highly technical situations and apply strong problem solving and decision making skills.</li> <li>Experience working in changing environments with the ability and resilience to handle ambiguity and lead in volatile &amp; uncertain situations.</li> <li>Be qualified in at least one of the following PRINCE 2, APM, Agile Project Management or with experience to demonstrate appropriate PM skills and capability.</li> </ul>Benefits<ul> <li>Salary dependent on skills and experience and will be discussed from the outset</li> <li>28 days (inclusive of festive break) holiday plus bank holidays</li> <li>Eligible for discretionary performance related bonus</li> <li>Share options scheme</li> <li>Pension scheme </li> <li>Financial benefits &nbsp;including; group life insurance, critical illness, health cash plan and discount scheme&nbsp; </li> <li>Innovation and Merit bonuses</li> <li>Investment in training and development to support career progression</li> <li>Opportunity to work on and contribute to world class innovation</li> </ul>Company backgroundWhat if there was a limitless, safe, clean, low cost energy source, providing much needed global energy security?  What if that energy source could also help address climate change?  The answer is fusion energy the power of the stars. Tokamak Energy is a leading global commercial fusion energy company based near Oxford with have an unrivalled track record designing and operating spherical tokamaks; the optimal route to commercial fusion. In addition to fusion, Tokamak Energy is recognised as a world leader in transformative High Temperature Superconducting (HTS) magnet technology. Our dedicated HTS magnet team, in collaboration with key manufacturing partners, is focussed on enabling new levels of performance and becoming the leading supplier of HTS magnets to multiple markets, including renewable energy, medicine, science and propulsion in water, land, air and space.&nbsp; The company, founded in 2009 as a spin off from UK Atomic Energy Authority, currently employs a growing team of over 260 people with experts from the UK and around the world.&nbsp; It combines world leading scientific, engineering, industrial and commercial capabilities.  The company has more than 75 families of patent applications and has raised $335 million, comprising $275m from private investors and $60m from the UK and U.S. governments.&nbsp; Our U.S. subsidiary, Tokamak Energy Inc, was established in 2019. Come and be a part of a dynamic and innovative team striving to provide a solution to one of humanity’s greatest challenges clean and sustainable fusion energy for all.Important information for candidatesPre employment screeningPlease note that the appointment of the successful candidate will be subject to standard pre employment screening, as applicable to the post. This will include right to work, proof of identity and references. Data privacyPlease note that any personal data submitted to Tokamak Energy as part of the job application process will be processed in accordance with the GDPR and related UK data protection legislation.&nbsp; Equality of opportunityEntry into employment with the Tokamak Energy and progression within employment will be determined only by personal merit and the application of criteria which are related to the duties of each post and the relevant salary structure. In all cases, ability to perform the job will be the primary consideration. No applicant or member of staff shall be discriminated against because of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. We’re committed to building an inclusive and accessible recruitment experience.If you have a disability or require any reasonable adjustments to support you through the application or interview process, please let us know. We’re happy to make the necessary arrangements to ensure you can perform at your best.

Technical Engineering Programme Manager

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