Business Manager
18 hours ago
Derby
Company DescriptionToday, Assystem is among the top three independent nuclear engineering firms worldwide. With over 60 years of experience in highly regulated sectors, the group supports public and industrial stakeholders in the execution of complex and strategic infrastructure projects, subject to high safety and security requirements. Assystem mobilizes 8,000 experts in 13 countries and intervenes across the entire project lifecycle, in engineering, project management and digital solutions.Job DescriptionWe are seeking an experienced Business Manager to lead a high-performing engineering consultancy portfolio delivering work packages and project-based Engineering outcomes.This role is accountable for a project-driven P&L, where success is built on the consistent delivery of high-quality engineering outputs, strong commercial control, and disciplined performance management across multiple delivery streams.Working in close partnership with the Programme Manager (who leads day-to-day project governance and delivery execution), this role ensures that all elements of the business are aligned to deliver sustainable, high-quality, and profitable outcomes.You will also deputise for the Senior Business Manager as required.ð¹ Your Key ResponsibilitiesP&L Leadership & IntegrationOwn and deliver against a project-based P&L, ensuring revenue, margin, and cash targets are achievedIntegrate performance across key pillars (Programme Management, Engineering, Commercial, and Sales) to ensure joined-up execution of the business planEnsure that healthy project performance translates into sustained P&L successPrepare and manage budgets, resource plans, and business forecasts to support the achievement of business objectivesEnsure proposed opportunities and commitments are rigorously assessed against business capability, resource availability, delivery capacity, and commercial objectives before acceptanceDelivery Assurance & Performance OversightWork in close partnership with the Programme Manager to ensure effective governance, controls, and delivery standards are embedded across all work packagesMaintain senior-level oversight of project performance, ensuring delivery against quality, schedule, and budget expectationsDefine and oversee portfolio-level KPIs and performance metrics, ensuring clear visibility of trends and risksEnsure early escalation and intervention where projects show signs of distressNote: The Programme Manager leads day-to-day delivery governance; this role ensures the system is working effectively and delivering outcomes.Forecasting, Reporting & Financial ControlLead monthly forecasting, reporting, and financial reviews, ensuring outputs are accurate, insightful, and decision-readyMaintain a strong grip on cost, margin, revenue, and cash performance across the portfolioEnsure all reporting is high quality and suitable for senior stakeholder engagementProvide analysis and recommendations to support informed business decision-making and continuous improvementContract & Commercial Governance (NEC)Ensure appropriate oversight and assurance of NEC4 contract administration across the portfolioWork with Commercial and Programme teams to ensure robust management of change, risk, and commercial positionsSupport commercial teams in the negotiation and management of contract amendments, compensation events, variations, and associated commercial positionsMaintain a balanced approach that protects the business while supporting collaborative and strategic client relationshipsClient Engagement & Pipeline DevelopmentBuild and maintain strong relationships with client stakeholders at programme and commercial levelsSupport the development of a pipeline of work packages and framework opportunities in collaboration with Account ManagersSupport the development, review, and approval of proposals and quotations, ensuring alignment with customer requirements, delivery capability, and commercial objectivesSupport the establishment and growth of long-term framework agreements and strategic customer relationshipsEnsure that strong delivery performance leads to repeat business and long-term client partnershipsOperational Excellence & Continuous ImprovementEnsure that effective processes, tools, and ways of working are in place across the businessDrive continuous improvement in delivery performance, efficiency, and consistencyPromote a culture of data-led decision-making and performance transparencyIdentify and champion improvements in engineering methods, systems, digital tools, procedures, and ways of working that enhance quality, efficiency, and delivery performanceLeadership & Team DevelopmentProvide leadership across the business, working through direct teams and key functional leadsFoster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and delivery excellence, tutoring Project Managers on the demands of the business and the wider context of their workSupport the development of capability across project, engineering, and commercial disciplinesAssess organisational capability and workforce requirements, supporting the development of skills, succession planning, and future resource capacity needsEnsure teams are appropriately structured, resourced, and developed to meet current and future business demandsCompliance, Quality & SafetyEnsure alignment with HSEQ, regulatory, and security requirementsWork closely with the HSEQ function to ensure customer quality requirements are fully understood and appropriately implementedProvide assurance that quality standards are being consistently achieved across all work packagesSupport audit readiness and implementation of corrective actions where requiredEnsure all security requirements and obligations are maintained across the portfolioQualifications Essential Skills & ExperienceProven experience managing a P&L within an engineering consultancy or project delivery environmentStrong understanding of how to drive performance across a portfolio of engineering work packagesExperience working alongside Programme Managers or equivalent delivery leads in complex environmentsStrong financial acumen, including forecasting, cost control, budgeting, and performance reportingSolid understanding of NEC4 contracts and associated commercial principlesDemonstrated ability to set, monitor, and act on performance KPIs at portfolio levelExperience supporting bid, proposal, and commercial governance activitiesStrong stakeholder management and client engagement skillsExperience leading and influencing multi-disciplinary teamsð Qualifications (Desirable)Degree in Engineering, Project Management, Business Management, or a related disciplineExperience within the nuclear sector or other highly regulated industriesProfessional accreditation (e.g. APM, PMP, Chartered Engineer)Additional InformationWhy Join the Switchers Community?ð¹A dynamic career management policy to enable our employees to progress through our five business lines: operations, project, technical, sales and support functionsð¹Provide opportunities to work on exciting, global projectsð¹Access to an employee assistance programme with free mindfulness, health, wellbeing resources and a confidential support line available 24/7 via phone or textð¹Discount vouchers for days out and restaurants, eye test and glasses vouchers, cycle to work scheme, free flu jabsð¹Enhanced sick payWhilst we encourage applications from all nationalities, Assystem within the UK are subject to security and export control restrictions due to the nature of work to be undertaken. These restrictions mean that factors including your nationality, any previous nationalities you have held, and/or your place of birth may limit those roles that you can perform for the organisation. NOTICE TO CANDIDATES ON RECRUITMENT FRAUD - We are committed to safeguarding candidates from fraudulent activity associated with our recruitment process. Please note that we will never offer specialist CV writing services, request payment or ask for sensitive personal information during the recruitment process.We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote, as well as foster all forms of diversity within our company. We believe that bringing together people with different backgrounds and perspectives is essential for creating innovative and impactful solutions. Skills, talent, and our people’s ability to dare are the only things that matter !. Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future.NOTICE TO CANDIDATES ON RECRUITMENT FRAUD - We are committed to safeguarding candidates from fraudulent activity associated with our recruitment process. Please note that we will never offer specialist CV writing services, request payment or ask for sensitive personal information during the recruitment process.We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote, as well as foster all forms of diversity within our company. We believe that bringing together people with different backgrounds and perspectives is essential for creating innovative and impactful solutions. Skills, talent, and our people’s ability to dare are the only things that matter !. Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future.SummaryType: Full-timeFunction: ManagementExperience level: Mid-Senior LevelIndustry: Management Consulting