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Project Manager II- Commercial Nuclear

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Job Description - Project Manager II

100% Onsite in Richland WA

For those not local, we can offer daily per diem and pay for flight there and back

Multi-year contract with ability to convert to perm


COMMERCIAL NUCLEAR POWER PLANT EXPERIENCE AND ACTIVE PMP REQUIRED


General Information:

  • Project Scope:Manages projects and programs typically less than $10M, with responsibilities for complex multidiscipline projects requiring strong leadership.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead project teams of more than 10 members, prioritizing tasks and maintaining oversight of all aspects within the project scope.
  • Independently plan, schedule, and control project activities.
  • Manage budgets, interacting closely with finance and project controls teams.
  • Provide coaching and mentorship to other project managers and act for supervisors/managers as needed.
  • Monitor project management processes and recommend improvements for effectiveness and efficiency.
  • Direct project team activities, stay updated on industry trends, and manage multidiscipline projects with proficiency.

Principal Accountabilities:

  • Oversee project activities for refueling outages, forced outages, and on-line work to ensure safety, quality, schedule adherence, and budget control.
  • Handle all aspects of project implementation, including budget management, work package preparation, procurement, ALARA planning, safety, clearance order preparation, and risk management.
  • Develop and maintain project schedules, manage critical paths and float, and ensure proper tracking of progress.
  • Manage contracts, interface with vendors, and handle stakeholder communications, including presentations to senior management.
  • Support Columbia Generating Stations Self-Assessment and Corrective Action Program.
  • Provide outage support, including at the Operations Command Center (OCC).

Qualifications:

Required Education and Experience:

  • Bachelors degreein engineering, construction management, project management, business, or related field +14 years experiencein a technical field.
  • ORAssociates degree +16 years experience.
  • ORHigh School Diploma/GED +18 years experience.
  • Project Management Certification (PMP)is mandatory.
  • An advanced degree may substitute for two years of experience.
  1. Desired Education and Experience:
  • Advanced degree in a related field or business.
  • Extensive experience as a direct supervisor or project manager in a commercial nuclear industry environment (e.g., maintenance, operations, engineering, or construction).
  • RO/SRO License or CGS Management Certificate.
  • Construction Management Certification.
  • Experience in nuclear plant operator production coordination or plant production work management.

Certifications:

  • Must Have:PMP Certification (Active certification required).
  • Nice to Have:Construction Management Certification (desired but not required).

Abilities and Skills:

Required:

  • Expertise in error reduction, human performance improvement, and cost-effective work execution.
  • Experience managing complex projects, including refueling and forced outages.
  • Proficiency in advanced project management techniques for commercial nuclear power plants.

Desired:

  • Supervisory experience.
  • Industry committee participation or internal audit/assessment leadership.
  • Proficiency in project management and budgeting software.
  • Strong understanding of regulatory requirements for maintenance, operations, construction, and engineering.
  • Skilled in Passport software and MS Office programs.
  • Diverse Assignment Experience:Experience in new job skills acquisition or cross-organizational rotations, including external experiences such as startup, QA/QC, or military roles.

Additional Details:

  • Badge Type:
  • Green Badge Level 2:Requires ePHQ, full background screening, and FFD testing. Provides access to specific plant areas based on UAR requests.
  • U.S. Citizenship:Yes
  • Per Diem Allowed:Yes
  • Remote Work:No
  • On-Call Requirements:No
  • Schedule:4 days x 10 hours (4/10s).

Benefits

Healthcare, Dental, Vision, Short/Long Term , Life Insurance


Project Manager II- Commercial Nuclear

Richland, WA
Full time

Published on 08/30/2025

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