Project Manager II – Nuclear 4P/519

4P Consulting Inc.; Waynesboro (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm seeks a Project Manager II – Nuclear responsible for directing complex nuclear projects. The ideal candidate will have 10–15+ years of experience, providing strategic project governance and leadership within regulatory contexts. Skills in risk management and stakeholder engagement are essential. The role requires a Bachelor's degree and preferred certifications such as PMP. This position will be crucial for maintaining project alignment with organizational objectives in a safety-focused environment.

Qualifications

• 10–15+ years of project management experience, including leadership of complex, large-scale projects.
• Extensive experience managing projects in nuclear or highly regulated utility environments.
• Advanced knowledge of project management principles, methodologies, and tools.

Responsibilities

• Direct and manage complex nuclear projects ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Develop and implement risk management strategies to mitigate potential issues.
• Lead, mentor, and coach project teams to foster a high-performance, collaborative environment.

Skills

Leadership capabilities

Project management methodologies

Risk management

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field

Job description

Project Manager II – Nuclear

Experience Level: 10–15+ Years
Industry: Nuclear / Utilities / Energy

Contract- 1Year

Client- Southern Nuclear

Location- Waynesboro, GA.

Job Summary

The Project Manager II – Nuclear is a senior leadership role responsible for directing, managing, and delivering complex nuclear projects that support organizational and strategic objectives. This position provides strategic direction, project governance, and mentorship to project teams while ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within scope, within budget, and in full compliance with nuclear regulatory requirements.

The ideal candidate brings extensive experience in nuclear project execution, strong leadership capabilities, and a proven ability to manage large, multidisciplinary teams in regulated environments.

Key Responsibilities

Project Leadership & Strategy

• Provide strategic leadership and direction for complex nuclear projects
• Lead project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation
• Ensure alignment of project objectives with organizational and business strategies

Scope, Risk & Performance Management

• Define and manage project scope, objectives, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders
• Develop and implement comprehensive risk management strategies to proactively address technical, regulatory, and execution risks
• Monitor and control project performance, ensuring adherence to schedule, cost, and quality requirements

Execution & Governance

• Apply advanced project management methodologies and innovative approaches to improve project delivery
• Maintain accurate and complete project documentation, controls, and reporting
• Provide regular status reports and executive-level briefings to senior leadership

Stakeholder & Regulatory Engagement

• Manage communication and expectations of internal and external stakeholders, including engineering, operations, construction, regulatory, and executive leadership
• Ensure compliance with nuclear safety culture, NRC regulations, and company standards

Team Leadership & Mentorship

• Lead, mentor, and coach project managers and project teams, sharing industry best practices
• Foster a high-performance, safety-focused, and collaborative project environment

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field
• 10–15+ years of project management experience, including leadership of complex, large-scale projects
• Extensive experience managing projects in nuclear or highly regulated utility environments
• Advanced knowledge of project management principles, methodologies, and tools
• Strong experience managing projects with strategic organizational impact
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and strategic planning skills
• Ability to adapt to dynamic environments and lead multidisciplinary teams

Certifications

• PMP (Project Management Professional) – Required
• Advanced certifications or specialized nuclear / program management credentials – Highly Preferred

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing capital projects, outages, or major modifications in nuclear facilities
• Experience interfacing with executive leadership and regulatory organizations
• Strong background in governance, risk management, and continuous improvement initiatives