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We are seeking a Senior Project Manager – Commercial Nuclear – Remote. This remote position is based out of our Oak Ridge, TN office.

• AtkinsRéalis US Nuclear is the subsidiary of AtkinsRéalis focused on serving government and commercial clients within the Nuclear sector in the United States. 

• We are focused on being recognized as a premier nuclear solutions company in the United States, delivering engineering, operations, and project management services.

• The US Commercial Nuclear business unit serves both legacy and new build nuclear clients who are designing, building, upgrading, operating and maintaining nuclear power generation and fuel cycle assets. 

• We are a growing business, building on the foundation of our US government fuel cycle business, our international position as an Original Equipment Manufactor (OEM) and nuclear reactor technology provider, and our world-wide nuclear new build and legacy nuclear fleet maintenance experience.

• We are seeking an Area Project Manager to join our team. The candidate is required to manage the design and development of the nuclear island/nuclear steam supply system (NSSS) on Small Modular Reactor projects for Nuclear plants.

• Leads a cross functional, matrixed engineering and licensing team for major small modular reactor systems and subsystems.

• Receives general administrative direction. Executes independent decisions and resolves important questions concerning the design and development of the small modular reactor.

• Interfaces with senior technical managers, program manager, and all levels of management throughout the firm.

• Coordinates with management to identify staffing needs, deficiencies and opportunities for recruitment of required staff.

• Assists in the identification, screening, recruitment and orientation of qualified candidates to fill key vacancies.

• Leads initiatives with considerable risk and complexity; develops the related strategy for execution.

• Solves unique and complex problems with broad impact on the business; requires conceptual and innovative thinking to develop unprecedented solutions.

• Impacts the direction and resource allocation for initiatives, projects or services; works within general functional policies.

• Communicates complex ideas, anticipates potential objections and persuades others, often at senior levels, to adopt a different point of view.

• Implements risk management strategies for area of responsibility.

• Tracks key performance indicators such as earned value metrics.

• Ensures activities adhere to strict nuclear quality assurance and safety standards.

• Conducts regular reviews of project status, risks and performance with program manager and client.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor\'s or Master\'s degree in Engineering discipline.

• Minimum of fifteen years post-baccalaureate experience.

• Minimum of five years of experience managing individuals or teams.

• Strong communication skills in a challenging, multi-tiered environment.

• Strong organizational skills.

• Ability to foster and achieve goal alignment among participants with differing interests.

• Knowledge of key design standards and licensing requirements for commercial nuclear facilities required. 

• Professional registration or licensure in nuclear-related field of practice desired.

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification desirable.

• Senior design professional or manager on Commercial nuclear reactor projects preferred.

• Nuclear Steam Supply System (NSSS) Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) experience preferred.

• Must be a U.S. citizen in order to be considered.

At AtkinsRéalis, our values—Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence—are more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact.

Depending on your employment status, AtkinsRéalis benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits, employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, leaves of absences options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits. You can review our comprehensive benefits page here.

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Expected compensation range is between $149,000 - $249,000 annually depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.

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