Nuclear Project Manager

Responsibilities

• Responsible for planning, execution and closeout of assigned projects within the established budget and schedule; acquiring resources and coordinating the efforts of team members, including contractors and consultants, to deliver projects according to plan; providing leadership, direction and resources to the project supervisor and staff.
• Lead the planning and implementation of a project while facilitating the definition of project scope, goals and deliverables using the ProjectSolutions project management compliance matrix.
• Manage project staff, ensure preparation and approval of all applicable project documentation, and ensure project scope is accomplished within schedule and budget.
• Liaise with project stakeholders on a routine basis.
• Identify and manage scope changes, ensuring changes to the Statement of Work are documented and communicated to the customer and management.
• Update baseline budget and schedule.
• Track project cost and provide direction to the accounting department for the preparation of project invoices.
• Act as the primary interface between EnergySolutions and the client by implementing project status meetings and providing monthly schedule, project and financial input to management.
• Ensure that all activities are performed safely and in accordance with applicable Department of Transportation, Nuclear Regulatory Commission and Occupational Safety & Health Administration standards, state requirements and all client procedures, permits and licenses.
• Provide leadership and direction to project personnel.
• Manage personnel of varying disciplines and degrees of experience with an emphasis on teamwork.
• Ensure staff performs all activities safely and is committed to a safe, accident‑free working environment.
• Ensure personnel obtain and maintain appropriate training, qualifications and proficiencies using the Talent Database.
• Work under general direction.
• Handle all aspects of complex projects and serve as a single point of contact for those projects.
• Be prepared to fill the role of Project Director as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements and Skills

• Strong negotiation skills
• Advanced computer and software skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Physical and Mental Requirements and Working Conditions

• Ability to lift, push, pull and carry up to 50 pounds; handle and reach above or below shoulder height.
• Ability to use hands to accomplish tasks as assigned.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, climb, bend/stoop, crouch and kneel.
• Effective communication skills; pass audiogram in hearing conservation program as required by location.
• Visual acuity to see close and distance; basic color/shade discrimination.
• Capability to work inside an office, outside, and in extreme temperatures.
• Ability to wear respiratory protection.
• Ability to work with moving objects/hazardous machines and slippery/uneven walking surfaces.
• Ability to work alone, work with others, and interact with the public.
• Ability to operate equipment, drive a vehicle and travel overnight.
• Ability to perform under deadline pressure.

Minimum Education, Experience and Certification Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree required or equivalent experience.
• Certifications: ePMQ required; Professional Engineer (PE) or Fundamentals of Engineer (FE) preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 10 years project management experience, completed projects and good performance reviews; must have nuclear experience.
• Preferred Experience: None.