Senior Project Manager - Nuclear Projects

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Overview

CTG is seeking to fill a Senior Project Manager - Nuclear Projects opening for our client in Richland, WA.

Location: Richland, WA
Duration: 12 months

Duties:

• Manage projects with a total cost typically greater than $10M, including planning, scheduling, and control of activities.
• Lead project teams with more than ten people, handling multidiscipline projects and programs involving high complexity, risk, and financial investment.
• Develop and manage project budgets, track cost versus budget, and ensure projects are implemented safely, on schedule, and within budget.
• Monitor project progress and adjust schedules as necessary, including managing critical paths and float.
• Prepare work packages, handle parts procurement, and oversee risk management and industrial safety protocols.
• Interface with clients, engineers, vendors, and management to ensure project goals are met.
• Mentor and coach less experienced project managers, providing leadership and support as needed.
• Prepare and deliver written and oral communications to senior management.
• Develop and manage project schedules that account for complexity and risk while ensuring accurate tracking of progress.
• Support outage activities and work prioritization as needed.
• Assist with the effective implementation of the Self-Assessment and Corrective Action Program for the Columbia Generating Station.

Skills:

• Expert in project management techniques, especially for complex multidiscipline projects.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Office, Passport, etc.).
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects concurrently.
• Expertise in industrial and nuclear safety, including ALARA planning and clearance order preparation.
• Ability to interact with diverse stakeholders, including vendors, clients, engineers, and senior management.
• Strong written and oral communication skills for diverse audiences.

Experience:

• A minimum of 20 years of experience in a technical field, with at least 10 years in project management within the nuclear industry.
• Significant experience in managing large-scale, high-risk projects and leading cross-functional teams.
• Experience with budgeting, scheduling, risk management, and project controls in a nuclear environment.
• Previous mentoring or leadership roles, with demonstrated expertise in guiding less experienced project managers.
• Familiarity with outage activities, work management, and nuclear operations is required.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, Business, or a related field from an accredited institution.
• A Project Management Certification is required.
• A RO/SRO License or CGS Management Certification is required.
• Advanced degree or specialized certifications are highly desirable.

Required Abilities and Skills:

• Ability to manage complex projects and make decisions under pressure.
• Expertise in cost-effective work execution methodologies.
• Strong problem-solving and conflict resolution skills in a nuclear setting.
• Ability to effectively communicate project status to senior management.

Desired Abilities and Skills:

• Experience in management roles, especially in the commercial nuclear industry.
• Familiarity with industry codes and regulatory requirements as they relate to operations, maintenance, and engineering.
• Previous involvement with industry committees or external audits/assessments.
• Experience in evaluating and improving organizational, technical, and maintenance programs.

Excellent verbal and written English communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group are required.

CTG does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or -based recruitment services for this role.

To Apply: To be considered, please apply directly to this requisition using the link provided. For additional information, please contact Krista Eckard at Krista.Eckard@ctg.com. Kindly forward this to any other interested parties. Thank you!

The expected base salary for this position ranges from $60/hr to $83/hr. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, market factors, and where applicable, licensure or certifications obtained. In addition to salary, a competitive benefit package is also offered.