Programme Delivery Executive (Regen) - Submarines

About the Role

The Programme Delivery Executive (Regen) – Submarines role is based on‑site in Derby and sits within the Infrastructure Delivery Business Unit. The incumbent will lead the Regen infrastructure programme, overseeing delivery leads across component projects and implementing optimal ways of working with internal teams, the programme sponsor and supply‑chain partners. Reporting to the Director of Infrastructure, the Executive is accountable for programme performance, governance of Heads of Delivery and executive interfacing with tier‑one fissile supply‑chain partners. They act as deputy for the Director when required, hold commercial accountability for design and delivery partners, and contribute to the Senior Leadership Team’s strategic direction. Key duties include driving supplier performance, championing collaboration with the business sponsor and long‑term partners, and leading an integrated RR and supply‑chain team to embed best‑in‑class project and programme management practices. The role also ensures robust programme health monitoring—covering budget, schedule, quality, health & safety and additional KPIs—and upholds compliance with governance, standards and a zero‑harm policy. • Lead the Regen infrastructure programme and component project delivery leads. • Govern and mentor Heads of Delivery to achieve schedule and scope objectives. • Interface with tier‑one fissile supply‑chain partners and act as deputy to the Director of Infrastructure. • Set KPIs and hold commercial accountability for fissile design and delivery partners. • Drive supplier performance, quality and value‑for‑money improvements. • Ensure effective collaboration with the business sponsor, supporting functions and long‑term partners. • Lead an integrated RR and supply‑chain team to embed best‑in‑class project management. • Maintain programme health dashboards covering budget, schedule, quality, H&S and develop additional KPIs. • Translate requirements into work packages and oversee their execution. • Build a high‑performing, agile delivery team and foster a performance‑driven culture. • Ensure compliance with governance, standards, HSE policies and a zero‑harm objective. • Provide subject‑matter expertise influencing senior leadership on Regen infrastructure matters. • Deliver large‑scale nuclear infrastructure projects using NEC4 contracts. • Lead transformation programmes in high‑hazard sectors such as aerospace, petro‑chemical or nuclear.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸programme lead
• ▸kpi management
• ▸supplier performance
• ▸dashboard monitoring
• ▸work packages
• ▸compliance

What You Bring

Candidates should demonstrate the ability to influence at all levels, build strong relationships, and travel within the UK and internationally as needed. They must embody Rolls‑Royce’s values of agility, collaboration, boldness and simplicity, and possess excellent communication, problem‑solving and team‑player attributes. The ideal applicant has deep experience delivering large‑scale, complex nuclear infrastructure projects, commercial expertise with NEC4 contracts, and a proven record of leading transformation programmes in high‑hazard sectors. A relevant degree or equivalent experience, along with qualifications such as MSP Practitioner, MAPM or PMP, is required; senior‑level experience in aerospace, petro‑chemical or similar industries is preferred. • Demonstrate strong influencing and senior‑level supplier relationship management skills. • Exhibit operational excellence in programme/project management under varied conditions. • Hold a relevant degree or equivalent professional experience. • Possess qualifications such as MSP Practitioner, MAPM, PMP or similar. • Show willingness to travel within the UK and globally with a problem‑solving mindset.

Requirements

• ▸supplier management
• ▸project management
• ▸msp
• ▸pmp
• ▸nec4
• ▸travel

Benefits

Rolls‑Royce offers a culture of caring and belonging, continuous learning opportunities, a competitive salary, bonus, employee assistance and discounts. Employees are encouraged to embrace feedback, act with integrity and develop their careers within a supportive environment. Salary and professional level will be aligned with the successful candidate’s experience. Rolls‑Royce is committed to an inclusive, non‑discriminatory workplace and welcomes applicants who will help shape its high‑performing, resilient future.

Work Environment

Onsite