James Sillars MEng CEng

Project Manager for Fusion for Energy at ITER

Aix-en-Provence, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France

About

Project Manager for Fusion for Energy at ITER (experimental fusion reactor) in the south of France responsible for delivering the Qualification, procurement, manufacturing and supply of the nuclear and non nuclear building services (electrical, HVAC, piping and mechanical equipment) within the Tokamak Complex. As both a Chartered Civil Engineer (CEng) and experienced Project Manager, I am an excellent communicator who has the confidence and passion to drive projects forward to successful conclusions not just for the client but also for stakeholders and the end users.

Experience

  • Project Manager at Fusion for Energy
    Jan 2026 - Present · 6 mos

    Project Manager for the Building Services (MEH) delivery at ITER

  • Project Manager at AtkinsRéalis
    Jun 2013 - Jan 2026 · 12 yrs 8 mos

    Responsible for delivering resilience improvements to the EDF Energy nuclear generation fleet. Working experience of all UK AGR reactors and Sizewell B. Delivery Leader for the Engage consortium at ITER (France).

  • Project Manager at Environment Agency
    Jan 2012 - Jun 2013 · 1 yr 6 mos

    Project Manager (PM2) with the national capitial programme management service within the Environment Agency. Project Managing design and construction schemes from identification through to operation.

  • Flood and Coastal Engineer at Mott MacDonald
    Oct 2010 - Jan 2012 · 1 yr 4 mos

    Design engineer, construction supervision

  • Civil Engineer at Environment Agency
    May 2007 - Oct 2010 · 3 yrs 6 mos

    Civil Engineer responsible for improvement projects within London and the south east of the UK