Senior Project Manager - National Timing Centre (NTC)

National Physical Laboratory • teddington, england • Posted June 30, 2026

About the Role

Our world‑leading Time & Frequency department is seeking a Senior Project Manager with proven expertise in delivering technical projects within scientific, engineering or IT environments.

This is an exceptional opportunity to join the global authority in precision timing at a defining moment for UK digital infrastructure.

Backed by a government investment of £180 million in the National Timing Centre (NTC) programme, we are developing a world‑first resilient time distribution capability that will provide industry with a robust alternative to satellite systems such as GPS—including vulnerabilities to solar storms, jamming and spoofing. This will underpin essential services, including

  • Telecommunications
  • Online banking
  • Emergency response
  • Transport networks
  • Wider digital and data‑driven operations

Together, these services form the backbone of modern society—and your leadership will help ensu...