Project Manager 3

NuScale Power, LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 89,000 - 139,000; Full time

Job summary

NuScale Power, LLC in Houston, TX is seeking a Project Manager to lead internal and external projects around NuScale’s Small Modular Reactor technology. You will oversee cross‑functional teams to meet cost, schedule, and quality targets, including licensing, supply chain readiness, and plant operations.

The role requires 5+ years of project management experience, a STEM degree, and familiarity with PMI/EV practices; DOE 10 CFR Part 810 eligibility is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management or related field.
• Minimum 5 years’ full-time project management experience.
• Knowledge of PMI PMBOK principles and processes (required).
• Experience with Earned Value Management (ANSI EIA-748-C) (required).
• PMP certification or equivalent (preferred).
• Eligible to work under DOE 10 CFR Part 810 (Industry requirement).

Responsibilities

• Manage overall planning and execution of project activities for assigned projects.
• Document/maintain baseline, EV planning, and project execution strategy in a PM Plan.
• Identify/resolution of project problems; escalate when necessary.
• Provide weekly/monthly status reports with EV metrics, schedule and cost risk mitigations.
• Coordinate with management to assign work package managers and resources.
• Develop/maintain project-specific plans and procedures for efficient execution.
• Evaluate/oversee subcontracted service providers supporting project objectives.
• Ensure high quality and timely completion of tasks.

Skills

Project management

Earned Value Management

PMI PMBOK principles

PMP certification (preferred)

Education

B.S. in Engineering/Construction/PM

MS degree preferred

Job description

NOTE: THIS POSITION WILL BE BASED FULL-TIME FROM OUR HOUSTON, TX OFFICE LOCATED AT 990 TOWN & COUNTRY BLVD.

POSITION SUMMARY: Reporting to the Director, this role will manage internal and/or external projects related to NuScale's Small Modular Reactor Technology. Project Manager leads a diverse team with various departments to advance the NuScale Small Modular Reactor design, fabrication and deployment. This position reports to the Director of Project Management and/or Director of SMR Product Development and directly supports one or more projects possibly including NuScale design finalization, supply chain readiness, licensing and plant operations, I&C and IV&V. Work collaboratively with other departments to ensure delivery of project to meet customer requirements and deliver customer value while achieving cost, schedule, quality and other specified targets and objectives. Expected complexity of projects includes: projects that require detailed planning and identification of interfaces, working across different NuScale departments, slight risk, and moderate commercial value.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage the overall planning and execution of project activities for assigned projects.
• Document and maintain the approved baseline, earned value planning and management, and project execution strategy in a Project Management Plan.
• Proactively identify and achieve resolution of project problems and anticipated challenges, including escalation of issues within the NuScale organization when necessary.
• Provides weekly and monthly status reports focused on project performance (earned value metrics, variance analysis, etc.), schedule and cost risk mitigations, and issue resolution to project stakeholders.
• Coordinate with performing organization management personnel to assign work package managers and qualified resources for project execution.
• Develop, maintain and control project-specific plans and procedures needed for the efficient execution of the project.
• Evaluation, selection, and oversight of subcontracted service providers that will be performing in support of project objectives.
• Maintain the group’s standard of high quality and timely completion of tasks.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

CORE COMPETENCIES: To perform the job successfully, the individual should demonstrate competencies in performing the essential functions of this position by performing satisfactorily in each of these competencies.

• Problem solving: Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner, gathers and reviews information appropriately. Uses own judgment and acts independently; seeks input from other team members as appropriate for complex or sensitive situations.
• Oral/written communication: Listens carefully and speaks clearly and professionally in all situations. Edits work for accuracy and clarity, is able to create, read and interpret complex written information. Ability to develop strong interpersonal networks within the organization.
• Planning/organizing: Prioritizes and plans work activities, organizes personal and project timelines and deadlines, tracks project timelines and deadlines, and uses time efficiently.
• Adaptability: Adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands and is able to deal with frequent interruptions, changes, delays, or unexpected events.
• Dependability: Consistently on time and at work, responds to management expectations and solicits feedback to improve performance.
• Team Building: Capable of developing strong interpersonal networks and trust within the organization.
• Safety Culture: Adheres to the NuScale Safety culture and is expected to model safe behavior and influence peers to meet high standards.
• Quality Assurance: Demonstrates understanding and implementation of quality assurance regulations, standards and guidelines of 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, 10 CFR 21, and NQA-1.

MINIMUM SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS AND ABILITIES:

• Education: A minimum of a Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management or a related discipline is required. An advanced degree is Preferred,
• Experience: Must have a minimum of 5 years’ full-time experience in project management or related field. Other required or preferred experience includes:
  • Demonstrated application of Project Management Institute (PMI) Project Management Body of Knowledge principles and processes. (required)
  • Demonstrated application of integrated cost and schedule control, or ANSI EIA-748-C Earned Value Management System practices. (required)
  • Project Management experience in the nuclear industry, energy industry, power plant architect/engineering (A/E), power plant engineering procurement construction (EPC), or US Department of Energy nuclear projects. (preferred)
  • Project Management Institute (PMI) Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent certification program completion. (preferred)
• Industry Requirements: Eligible to work under Department of Energy 10 CFR Part 810.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to understand and communicate clearly using a phone, personal interaction, and computers.
• Ability to learn new job functions and comprehend and understand new concepts quickly, and apply them accurately in a rapidly evolving environment.
• The employee frequently is required; to sit and stand; walk; bend, use hands to operate office equipment; and reach with hands and arms.
• Ability to travel locally and nationally using common forms of transportation.

Disclaimer: Employee(s) must perform the essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation efficiently and accurately without causing significant safety threat to self or others. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employee(s) assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required of all employees in this classification.

NuScale Power, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, national origin, disability or handicap, or veteran status.

Pay and Benefits:

The target pay range for this position is $99,175 - $119,694 annually. The full pay range is $88,915 - $139,073 annually.

At NuScale, compensation decisions are determined using factors such as relevant job-related skills, full-time working experience, education and training, equity within the department.

For information on employee benefits, please visit our Careers Overview page: Employee Benefits | NuScale Power