Remote Nuclear Outage Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Description

This is a Full-Time remote role with periodic in-office interface approximately 1-2 times a month. Periodic and planned travel domestic and international to participate in client meetings (~ 5-10% of time).

The Senior Project Manager/Senior Consultant will bring strong experience in leadership and serve as the primary liaison between clients, subcontractors, vendors, and internal teams to ensure alignment on project objectives and requirements. This individual will provide technical expertise and guide the team to efficiently complete work tasks on schedule and within budget for our clients. We are seeking a proven leader with large-scale nuclear power plant design, operation and maintenance and maritime experience who can deliver essential core services while exemplifying our core values.

• Provide Technical Oversite associated with Nuclear and Maritime Projects.
• Lead large, multi-discipline nuclear projects from early planning and design through implementation, commissioning, turnover, and closeout.
• Coordinate with lead managers, discipline leads, and project teams across business units to ensure alignment on technical scope, priorities, and deliverables.
• Manage client relationships and expectations; provide timely progress, risk, and cost updates; lead regular performance and status review meetings.
• Own project scope, schedule (integrated master schedule with phasing and lookaheads), budget/forecasts, and key performance metrics; maintain project baselines and critical path.
• Manage scope changes and change orders, assessing impacts on cost and schedule and integrating approved changes into project plans, schedules, and budgets.
• Develop project-specific project management and commissioning/testing plans with clear acceptance criteria, verification/validation requirements, and turnover deliverables.
• Perform front-end project planning and readiness activities (work sequencing, interfaces, resource planning, outage and operational integration) prior to execution.
• Lead, mentor and coach project management and commissioning teams; provide clear direction, prioritization, and constructive feedback to support effective execution.
• Monitor project execution and commissioning performance, including progress, cost, quality, scope, and risk; ensure project documentation is accurate, complete, and compliant.
• Conduct risk assessments throughout the project life cycle; implement mitigation and contingency plans; lead readiness and go/no-go reviews for key milestones.
• Oversee subcontractor and supplier performance and contract conformance, supporting claims and dispute resolution in coordination with the commercial team.
• Report progress, forecasts, and variances to leadership and the client; drive issue resolution, milestone completion, turnover documentation, and project closeout.
• Conduct post-project reviews to capture lessons learned and systematically improve future nuclear project execution.Promote a strong safety and quality culture across all project activities, ensuring adherence to applicable nuclear, regulatory, and organizational standards.

Qualifications

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Essential skills and experience:

• 20+ years of progressively responsible experience in the nuclear industry, marine operations or other relevant industry.
• 15+ years managing multiple projects and/or leading teams.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or other relevant field / operations experience.
• Project Management Professional Certification (PMP) is a plus.
• Nuclear Plant Operator License (e.g., SRO / LO) - System Engineering is a plus.
• Experience and execution of Maintenance programs within the nuclear, marine or other relevant industries.
• Experience delivering under EPC and general contractor (GC) contract models.
• Proven supervision of project teams and management of clients, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly with stakeholders, vendors, teammates, and business partners; strong client relationship-building.
• Hands-on use of project controls (cost, schedule, change, risk) on large projects.
• Understanding of process-based project management and start-up testing.
• Knowledge of quality, safety, and health requirements.
• Proficient in developing Facility Upgrade (e.g., Major and Minor Modifications) to Nuclear Power Plants.
• Understand, experienced and familiar with Nuclear industry Standard Design Process (SDP).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Core skills: project governance, scheduling, cost management, risk/issue tracking, vendor management, process improvement, team leadership, stakeholder communication, and organizational alignment.
• Comfortable supporting station outage activities such as Outage Support, as required. 
• Comfortable with approximately 10-20% domestic travel, if required / planned.

Award-Winning Benefits

At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.

Health & WellnessFinancial BenefitsWork-Life Balance

• Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
• 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

Compensation Range$165,610 - $253,015Transparency StatementSargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well-being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.About This Business Unit

Join Sargent & Lundy's Nuclear Power Group and be part of a team driving the future of clean, carbon-free energy. Since 1954, we've been a trusted leader in nuclear engineering, design, and licensing, with expertise spanning small modular reactors (SMRs), advanced reactor technology (ART), and first-of-a-kind commercial reactor restart projects. Our work supports life extensions and digital modernization of existing nuclear plants, coal-to-nuclear conversion initiatives with the Department of State, and international nuclear new-build projects. With a commitment to safety, innovation, and sustainability, we provide cutting-edge solutions that power communities worldwide while reducing emissions. Shape the future of global energy with us!

Awards & RecognitionEqual Opportunity

Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.

Employment Type: FULL_TIME