Project Manager

WA River Protection Solutions; Richland (WA); On-site; USD 132,000 - 214,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Relocation funding provided

Job summary

WA River Protection Solutions is seeking a mid-to-senior Project Manager for Hanford Tank Waste Operations & Closure. The role emphasizes hands-on delivery, safety, regulatory compliance, and cross-functional team leadership from planning through turnover.

You will coordinate multi-million-dollar electrical and instrumentation projects, ensure baselines and schedules, and drive submittals, changes, and compliance with permits across complex industrial settings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 8+ years of progressive experience in electrical/I&C PM or controls.
• Grade levels require 10 or more years for advanced scope with equivalent education.
• Experience delivering multi‑million-dollar electrical/instrumentation projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and execution of large electrical/instrumentation construction projects from pre-construction to turnover.
• Develop integrated project plans and baselines; manage schedules, cost, and scope.
• Chair constructability reviews and coordinate SOWs, RFP evaluations, and subcontract oversight.
• Provide technical leadership for electrical/ I&C field execution and controls integration.
• Oversee safety, quality, progress, and change management; track submittals and RFIs.
• Interface with Engineering, Operations, Quality, Environmental, IH/RadCon and vendors.
• Drive documentation control and turnover packages; mentor supervisors and teams.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Regulatory compliance

Scheduling (Primavera P6)

Electrical/I&C knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in PM/CM/Engineering or related

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Tools

Primavera P6

EVMS

Job description

Job Responsibilities/Duties

Hanford Tank Waste Operations & Closure (H2C) delivers exceptional performance in safely removing, treating, and disposing of tank waste. H2C leads the nation's largest and most complex radioactive waste cleanup, including closure of the legacy waste tanks at Hanford containing 56 million gallons of radioactive and chemical waste.

Joining H2C means becoming part of a team dedicated to creating "The Solution Today for a Better Tomorrow." At H2C, our culture is deeply rooted in our Vision, Mission, Values, and Behaviors, which guide our efforts on the Hanford Site and within our communities. Our vision to tackle the Department of Energy's largest environmental challenge reflects our commitment to leaving a positive legacy for future generations. We strive to deliver exceptional performance in safely removing, treating, and disposing of tank waste. Our values emphasize living safely, acting with integrity, and working collaboratively as a team. We encourage innovation, personal accountability, and continuous improvement, fostering an environment where everyone is empowered to contribute to our mission and celebrate our achievements. By embracing these principles, you will be part of a forward-thinking organization dedicated to making a meaningful impact today and for the future.

Tank Farm Projects is seeking a mid-career Project Manager with a proven record of delivering multi-million-dollar electrical and instrumentation projects in complex industrial environments. This role prioritizes hands‑on project delivery and project management excellence—emphasizing safety, regulatory compliance, and cross‑functional team coordination from planning through turnover.

Project Manager Duties

• Lead the planning and execution of large electrical/instrumentation construction projects—owning scope, schedule, cost, and quality from pre‑construction through acceptance testing and turnover.
• Develop integrated project plans (work packages, submittal registers, risk reviews) and maintain baselines using standard scheduling and project controls practices (e.g., Primavera P6, CAL/CCR change control, RFI management, EVMS principles).
• Chair or actively participate in constructability reviews; coordinate Statement of Work (SOW), RFP technical evaluations, and subcontract oversight with Procurement and Construction teams.
• Provide technical leadership for electrical or I&C field execution: single‑line and power distribution, arc‑flash/ETAP studies, grounding, instrumentation and controls, PLC/VFD integration, and drawing redlines/as‑built capture.
• Maintain daily oversight of safety, quality, progress, and change management; track submittals, RFIs, and design change notices.
• Interface with Engineering Design Authority, Operations/Shift Office, Quality, Fire Protection, Environmental, IH/RadCon, and external vendors to resolve design/field issues quickly and keep execution aligned to requirements and permits.
• Drive configuration control and project documentation: Master Submittal List, document control, acceptance test records, exception lists/punch, and Construction Completion/turnover packages.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Grade 20:
"Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in Project Management, Construction Management, Engineering or related discipline and 8 years of progressive experience spanning electrical/I&C project management or project controls—demonstrating successful delivery of multi-million-dollar electrical or instrumentation projects. An equivalent combination of education and experience will also be considered."

Grade 21:
"Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in Project Management, Construction Management, Engineering or related discipline and 10 years of progressive experience spanning electrical/I&C project management or project controls—demonstrating successful delivery of multi-million-dollar electrical or instrumentation projects. An equivalent combination of education and experience will also be considered."

Note the essential duties for this grade level are like that of the previous grade level, however the scope of responsibility is larger, and the expected level of performance is increased.

Grade 22:
"Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in Project Management, Construction Management, Engineering or related discipline and 12 years of progressive experience spanning electrical/I&C project management or project controls—demonstrating successful delivery of multi-million-dollar electrical or instrumentation projects. An equivalent combination of education and experience will also be considered."

Note the essential duties for this grade level are like that of the previous grade level, however the scope of responsibility is larger, and the expected level of performance is increased.

• Proficiency with project scheduling and controls (e.g., Primavera P6), work package development, electrical submittals, and contract change management.
• Hands‑on familiarity with power distribution design, instrumentation and controls, and field execution practices.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills—able to mentor supervisors and coordinate cross‑functional teams in high‑hazard, schedule‑driven settings.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience PLCs/VFDs, and industrial control systems commissioning.
• DOE site experience with work control, excavation permitting (DOE-0344), and confined space implementation (DOE-0360).
• Experience leading multi‑building infrastructure projects (water/sewer, substations, lighting), including brownfield retrofits and tie‑ins.
• Working knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70E, OSHA electrical safety; strong LOTO experience as COA (Controlling Organization Admin) or equivalent.

Compensation & Benefits

In accordance with the company's philosophy on compensation for exempt and salaried non‑exempt employees, H2C takes into consideration a variety of factors when determining initial grade and salary to include assigned job scope and responsibility, a candidate's qualifications as compared to internal comparators performing in a similar role, and the external labor market. A salary offer will be made at the appropriate grade level and within the targeted hiring range posted according to these factors. Note a candidate's prior salary history will not be taken into consideration.

Hiring Range Minimum: $131,888

Hiring Range Maximum: $214,288

H2C offers a comprehensive benefits package to include medical/dental/vision, short‑and long‑term disability, life insurance, 401(k) with employer match, and paid time off. For a full list of benefits please visit https://hmis.hanford.gov/hr/page.cfm/HEWTBenefits

• A business casual dress work environment: jeans are permissible (restrictions may apply).
• Opportunity for work/life balance: a standard 4 x 10 work schedule, allowing more personal time to enjoy life outside of the office (other schedules and/or shift work may be required).

Note: employment at H2C involves working in the office or in the field depending on the role.

Relocation Funding Provided Yes

U.S. Citizenship Required Yes

Clearance Required No

Job Classification Management

Shift Work Required No

As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, H2C abides by federal statutory requirements of 41 CFR § 60-300.5 VEVRAA Protected Veterans, 41 CFR § 60-741.5 Workers with Disabilities, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and state and local requirements.

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