Project Manager 2 – Nuclear

Sargent & Lundy

. Lead medium to large, multi-discipline nuclear projects from early planning and design through implementation, commissioning, turnover, and closeout.

Posted 10/28/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $145,310 - $222,001 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in leading nuclear projects, managing client relationships, and overseeing project scope, budget, and schedules. Proficient in project management methodologies and tools, with a strong focus on safety, quality, and compliance within the nuclear industry.

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Nuclear Project ManagementClient Relationship ManagementProject Management Professional Certification (PMP)EPC and GC Contract ModelsFacility Upgrades to Nuclear Power Plants

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Hard Skills

Project Scope ManagementIntegrated Master Schedule DevelopmentCost Control and BudgetingRisk Assessment and Contingency PlanningDesign and Construction PlanningProject Controls ToolsQuality and Safety GuidelinesNuclear Industry Standard Design Process (SDP)Change Order ManagementProgress Tracking and Reporting

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementTeam LeadershipProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office Applications

Certifications & Qualifications

Project Management Professional Certification (PMP)

Industry Keywords

Nuclear IndustryConstruction ManagementDesign ManagementCommissioning ManagementSubcontractor Management

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead medium to large, multi-discipline nuclear projects from early planning and design through implementation, commissioning, turnover, and closeout.
Coordinate lead managers, discipline leads, and project teams across business units on technical scope, priorities, and deliverables.
Manage client relationships and expectations; provide progress, risk, and cost updates; lead performance and status review meetings.
Own project scope, integrated master schedule, budget/forecasts, performance metrics, project baselines, and critical path.
Oversee cost and schedule, change orders, scope changes, and their impact on project plans.
Develop design, project management, and/or commissioning management work plans.
Perform home-office or remote design and construction planning before field mobilization.
Lead and manage design staff and supervise field staff.
Monitor design, construction, and commissioning progress, cost, quality, scope, and safety.
Conduct risk assessments and develop contingency plans for construction and commissioning risks.
Report task progress and cost to the Project Director and/or Client.
Plan project processes through schedules, phasing, and lookaheads; track progress and maintain schedules.
Keep project documentation current for internal and external project members.
Collaborate with design, construction, engineering, subcontractor, and other internal teams to determine project needs.
Review and oversee subcontractor and supplier contractual agreements; handle disputes or claims.
Ensure projects remain within estimated costs, on budget, and profitable.
Resolve on-site issues and emergencies.
Oversee project closeout, final inspections, punch-list resolution, and documentation handover.
Conduct post-project reviews and capture lessons learned.
Ensure job sites are safe, clean, and orderly according to S&L standards.

Requirements

What you’ll need

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.
Bachelor’s degree in a related field from an accredited college or university, or other relevant field / Operations Experience industry experience.
10+ years of progressively responsible experience in the nuclear industry with at least 5 years managing multiple projects or leading a team.
8 to 10+ years in progressive leadership roles, supervising design and/or construction teams, managing clients, subcontractors, and vendors.
Experience with nuclear projects.
Project Management Professional Certification (PMP) is a plus.
Experience with EPC and GC contract models.
Demonstrated ability to communicate intentionally and clearly across multiple stakeholders, vendors, teammates, and business partners.
Experience determining staff positions and size; interviewing and selecting personnel.
Experience establishing and effectively using project controls tools to manage a large construction project.
Understanding of a process approach to accomplishing Project Management and start-up testing work.
Proficiency developing Facility Upgrades, including Major and Minor Modifications, to Nuclear Power Plants.
Understanding and experience with the Nuclear industry Standard Design Process (SDP).
Demonstrated client relationship-building experience.
Knowledge of quality, safety, and health guidelines for sizeable industrial construction job sites.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Organizational and time-management skills.
Must be able to travel.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental, Vision health plans
Life & Accident Insurance
Disability Coverage
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Back-Up Daycare
FSA & HSA
401(k)
Pre-Tax Commuter Account
Merit Scholarship Program
Employee Discount Program
Corporate Charitable Giving Program
Tuition Assistance
First Professional Licensure Bonus
Employee Referral Bonus
Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
Paid Vacation
Paid Holidays
Paid Parental Leave
Paid Bereavement Leave
Flexible Work Arrangements
Yearly discretionary bonus eligibility