Rolls-Royce Smr
Develops factory‑built small modular nuclear reactors delivering low‑carbon, affordable energy at scale
7 days ago
$73,100 - $95,944
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Derby, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid
Company Size
600 Employees
Service Specialisms
Sector Specialisms
Description
program management
cyber security
infrastructure ops
benefit tracking
solution transition
financial oversight
In this position you will lead high‑impact programmes within the DigIT portfolio, focusing on cyber security and infrastructure/operations. Reporting to senior IT leadership, you will manage complex, multi‑disciplinary initiatives that align technical deliverables with business objectives and ensure strategic outcomes are achieved.
Key responsibilities include leading and delivering complex programmes, tracking and realising benefits, managing dependencies, and overseeing the transition of technical solutions into operational use. You will also provide financial and governance oversight and mentor less‑experienced project managers.
Requirements
bpss
dbs
pmp
cybersecurity
stakeholder
risk management
Rolls‑Royce SMR is seeking a Programme Manager – Infrastructure/Operations and Cyber Security to work in Derby on a hybrid schedule (two days in the office). The role offers a salary between £73,100 and £95,944 and is part of a team driving digital transformation, enterprise systems, and cybersecurity for the company’s Small Modular Reactor technology.
The ideal candidate holds a recognised qualification such as MSP®, PgMP®, PMP® or equivalent, and has proven programme‑management experience in fast‑paced environments. Strong stakeholder engagement, financial governance, risk management, and a high level of IT proficiency are essential, as is the ability to blend technical and business goals.
Applicants will undergo additional nuclear‑industry security screening, which includes BPSS clearance, a DBS check, and a basic financial probity check. Rolls‑Royce SMR is committed to diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity, encouraging candidates who meet at least 75 % of the requirements to apply.
- Obtaining Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance
- Satisfactory completion of a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
- Satisfactory completion of a basic financial probity check
Benefits
The role offers genuine autonomy, the chance to influence organisational transformation, and a supportive culture that values growth and development. In addition to the salary band, Rolls‑Royce SMR provides a comprehensive benefits package, flexible working, and opportunities for career progression.
Rolls‑Royce SMR’s mission is to deliver clean, affordable energy through 470 MW low‑carbon SMR power stations, supporting renewable energy and a sustainable future. The company promotes a strengths‑based culture, offering flexible, inclusive work environments, continuous learning, and mentorship to help employees reach their full potential.
- Performance related bonus of up to 17%
- £5,000 Benefits Allowance for a bespoke package
- Pension: 12% employer and 6% employee contributions
- 28 days holiday (+ public holidays) with ability to buy or sell up to 4 days
- Private Medical Insurance – BUPA single cover health care
- Life Assurance – 6x pensionable pay
- £250 one‑off payment for new starters for home office purchases
- A flexible, inclusive, and supportive working environment.
- Opportunities for career growth in a rapidly scaling business.
Training + Development
Interview process
Visa Sponsorship
Security clearance
- baseline personnel security standard (bpss) clearance
- disclosure and barring service (dbs) check
- basic financial probity check
Overview
470 MWe
Nuclear Reactor Capacity
Output capacity of the pressurized water reactors designed by the company.
90% factory-built
Manufacturing Efficiency
Modules are almost entirely constructed in factories, reducing on-site complexity.
June 2025
Regulatory Milestone
The company successfully passed early regulatory milestones and won the UK government’s SMR competition.
1 million homes
Energy Supply
Each reactor is capable of powering a million homes for 60 years.
- A team of 15 engineers at Rolls‑Royce began designing a compact, scalable nuclear solution in 2016.
- Blends decades of naval reactor experience with advanced manufacturing.
- Modules are nearly 90% factory‑built across 1,500 parts, then shipped and assembled on site—cutting costs, time and complexity.
- The company uses a boron-free primary circuit, eliminating toxic boric acid and reducing water use and waste.
- Backed by strategic investors and partners like ČEZ and Siemens Energy to support global rollout.
- Positions itself as a repeatable, investable product offering dependable 'always-on' clean energy to grids and industries.
Culture + Values
- Innovative and forward-thinking.
- Focused on safety, quality, and integrity.
- Committed to delivering customer success.
- Collaboration and teamwork across functions and regions.
- A culture of continuous learning and development.
- Driving a performance culture with a focus on results.
- Empowering employees to make decisions and take responsibility.
Environment + Sustainability
2050
Net Zero Commitment
Committed to achieving Net Zero by the year 2050, aligning with global sustainability targets.
- Focus on reducing carbon emissions through advanced nuclear technology.
- Development of compact, small modular reactors (SMRs) to provide cleaner, low-carbon energy.
- Sustainability goals to align with international frameworks such as the Paris Agreement.
- Supporting the UK government’s energy transition strategy with clean, reliable energy solutions.
Inclusion & Diversity
- Striving for greater gender balance in the workforce.
- Creating an inclusive and respectful work environment.
- Empowering diverse talent to contribute at all levels of the organization.