Nuclear Project Manager

Boston Government Services, LLC (BGS); United States; On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid vacation

401K

Long and short-term disability

Job summary

A national technology and security firm is seeking a Nuclear Project Manager in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. The role requires leading the planning and execution of projects, along with managing client relationships and ensuring project efficiency. Candidates should have a BA/BS Degree and 10 years of experience in direct project management. BGS offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, paid vacation, and a 401K plan.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of direct project management experience.
• Eligibility for security clearance.
• Successful drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Lead project planning, execution, and closeout.
• Provide oversight and improvement of project management processes.
• Coordinate meetings with teams for alignment.
• Interface with clients, vendors, and suppliers.
• Anticipate challenges and develop solutions.
• Finalize documentation during project closeout.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

BA/BS Degree

MS Degree

Job description

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Boston Government Services, LLC. (BGS) is seeking a Nuclear Project Manager to join our team! BGS is an engineering, technology, and security firm helping to advance missions of national importance for government programs, national laboratories, national security facilities, nuclear operations, and complex projects. We support clients at every stage, from strategic planning and program management to the execution of engineering and technical activities. We work to attract and retain the best talent because the best talent delivers the best results for our clients. Our capabilities are based on our experience in complex, secure, and highly regulated environments. We leverage our experience and capabilities to provide mission‑driven solutions tuned to our client’s mission needs and strategic direction.

We are passionate about our culture! At BGS, we hire people who will bring their whole self to work each day because we value operating with openness and inclusivity, welcoming and respecting all. BGS cares for each employee’s well‑being by offering a comprehensive benefit package and providing a culture of exciting work, excellence, and fun.

If you align with BGS’ company values and culture, we would love for you to explore opportunities to join our growing team by checking out the job description below!

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and closeout of assigned projects in accordance with scope, schedule, and budget requirements.
• Provide oversight, evaluation, and improvement of project management efficiency, ensuring adherence to established management principles as established by the Senior Leadership Team.
• Coordinate daily/weekly meetings with teams to align the means and methods, schedule contracting needs, and delivery timelines.
• Participate in customer site visits, proposal development, and contract reviews to ensure a complete understanding of scope, risk, and obligations.
• Oversee and approve monthly project cost updates, quarterly cash flow projections, and negotiate/approve change orders.
• Act as primary interface with clients, engineers, vendors, and suppliers, ensuring effective communication and alignment throughout all project phases.
• Anticipate potential challenges to schedule or cost and work with the team to develop proactive solutions.
• Support project closeout by finalizing documentation, securing retainages, supporting supervisors, and resolving outstanding claims.
• Work under general direction but assume full accountability as the single point of contact for assigned projects.

Requirements

• BA/BS Degree plus 10 years of direct experience required, or MS with 0‑5 years’ experience.
• Successful drug screening.
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a security or clearance badge.

Preferred Qualifications

• BA/BS Degree in a technical discipline, plus 18 years or more of direct experience, or an MS with 15 years’ experience.
• Experience with NRC 10CFR70, 50, and/or 52 Regulations.
• PMP training or designation is preferred.
• A working knowledge and understanding of NRC licensing, engineering plans, specifications, and industrial principles.
• Mechanically inclined and an understanding of capital projects including Power, Nuclear Fuel Cycle, Nuclear Power, Department of Energy, Manufacturing, etc.

Location / Work Arrangement

• Onsite in Oak Ridge, Tennessee.
• Schedule is full‑time, Monday – Friday 40‑hour week.

Benefits

BGS offers a competitive total compensation package to eligible employees. Benefits include Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Paid Vacation, 401K, Long and Short‑Term Disability.

EEO

BGS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.