Rolls-Royce SMR - PMO Setup & Operation.

Sector: Energy
Services: PMO
Location: UK - UK & Europe

Project Introduction.

dedicated to advancing nuclear power technology

Rolls-Royce SMR emerged as a distinct entity from Rolls-Royce plc, dedicated to advancing nuclear power technology. Its focus lies in delivering scalable, cost-effective, and sustainable energy solutions for diverse applications such as electricity generation and industrial processes.

Operating as a separate business, the establishment of Rolls-Royce SMR mandated the creation of an entirely new Programme Management Office (PMO) and Project Controls function.

The Problem.

Rolls-Royce SMR faced challenges in establishing a PMO due to the absence of processes, limited systems integration, and a lack of project controls expertise.

Movar were engaged to create a PMO organisation with the capability to govern, control and inform the business of project performance to enable data-driven strategic decisions to achieve business goals.

Our Solution.

Movar conducted a Programme Maturity Assessment to evaluate the level of maturity of Rolls-Royce SMR processes, capabilities, and management practices; and to identify areas for improvement to achieve better program outcomes. Part of this assessment was to establish where Rolls-Royce plc and existing industry practices could be adopted, as a foundation for maturity. Movar also conducted an Integrated Project Controls Assessment to evaluate, in detail, how robust and effective the Cost, Schedule, Risk, Change & Reporting management disciplines were for Rolls-Royce SMR.

Based on the results from the maturity assessments, Movar worked with Rolls- Royce SMR to implement the structural and technical solutions required. Movar also assisted with staff training and recruitment of key permanent personnel to PMO organisational maturity.

The Results.

Rolls-Royce SMR were able to baseline and benchmark their level of maturity in order to track progress towards their agreed goals through a measured scoring method. Reduced project costs by improving the efficiency and productivity of the PMO, reducing rework and improving the accuracy of project estimates. The planned head-count could be reduced by up to 20% in the PMO.

Improving the PMO's processes and capabilities led to improved project management practices and better alignment of projects with business goals. This resulted in improved delivery performance, better stakeholder communication and collaboration, and greater alignment with organisational strategy.

The overall reputation and credibility of the PMO improved, in particular with Innovate UK who were the key external stakeholders.

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