HMNB Clyde Submarine Berthing Works
Delivering the nuclear-safety case on time and restoring confidence
Project Overview
At HM Naval Base Clyde in Scotland, the Royal Navy required a new berthing facility to accommodate the advanced Astute-class submarines, among the largest and most powerful attack submarines ever operated by the fleet. This nuclear infrastructure case study shows how Reeves Project Management supported the specialist structural and nuclear design consultant in delivering the nuclear safety case for this highly complex, safety-critical programme, providing decisive leadership, strengthened controls and stakeholder confidence throughout.
The Challenge
The project had been underway for several years when scope variations and delays threatened stakeholder confidence in the delivery of the nuclear safety case. The integrated project team needed decisive leadership to restore programme credibility and ensure compliance with stringent nuclear safety standards, while also addressing contractual and financial pressures.
Our Approach
We took a proactive leadership role, coordinating closely with the integrated project team on site and directing the consultant’s home-based design team. Our responsibilities included:
Steering the completion of the nuclear safety case design to meet programme requirement.
Reconciling variations in scope that had arisen since the commission began three years earlier.
Strengthening management controls and submitting the Design Brief to regulatory authorities.
Negotiating on behalf of the consultant to secure recognition for the additional work undertaken.
The Outcome
Through focused programme management and stakeholder engagement, we successfully delivered the critical nuclear safety case design on schedule. In addition, we restored client and stakeholder confidence in the consultant’s performance and negotiated £2.1 million in additional design fees, ensuring fair compensation for the expanded scope of work.
Next Steps
If you need experienced leadership to stabilise a complex, safety-critical or highly regulated programme, Reeves Project Management can help. Explore our Interim Leadership service or Book a Consultation to discuss your requirements.