GSV Research Project Manager

We are looking for an experienced and effective project manager to support an industrially-funded research activity within the Faculty of Engineering at the University of Bristol.

The EDF-funded GSV project aims to validate EDF's numerical modelling systems. This is vital as many of the UK's older, graphite core nuclear reactors are reaching the end of their estimated life cycle and new nuclear plants are not yet available. Validation is carried out by testing quarter scale models of a nuclear core on the shaking table in the Earthquake and Large Structures Lab.

We are looking for a proactive, self-motivated and well-organised project manager who has excellent communication skills and who can build effective working relationships with colleagues at all levels of seniority, including from other organisations. You must be comfortable delivering high quality work with little guidance and be able to show initiative in identifying and implementing ways of adding additional value to the project.

You will be responsible for the overall management of the project, including contractual and financial matters, and ensuring work packages progress and milestones are met to time. You will prepare reports to meet the funder's requirements and design and deliver materials and events to promote the project. You will also support the lead academics in managing the project team, in identifying and developing future research opportunities, and supporting other projects as needed within the Earthquake Engineering research group.

You will be managed by the Faculty of Engineering's Industrial Liaison Office, which will connect you to a support network of around 30 project managers and other professional staff in similar roles. This part-time (0.6FTE) role is offered on a fixed term contract with funding initially available for 12 months, with further funding likely to be available to extend the contract.

Informal enquiries about this position can be made to Dr Adam Crewe.

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