Project Manager II - Thermal-Hydraulic Testing

Holtec International; Camden (NJ); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry-leading health insurance

Hybrid work opportunities

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Education assistance

Relocation assistance

Employee support programs

Job summary

Holtec International in Camden, NJ, seeks a Project Manager II - Thermal-Hydraulic Testing to lead a major containment testing program for the SMR initiative. You will interface with sponsors, engineering, licensing, and the testing partner to drive scope, schedule, and quality.

Responsibilities include managing budgets, milestones, vendor performance, and risk mitigation while delivering high-quality test data for licensing decisions. Hybrid eligibility and relocation support are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of project management experience in engineering/construction/testing.
• PM certification (PMP) and nuclear industry experience are preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the containment testing project from planning and facility development through test execution, data delivery, and project closeout.
• Serve as the primary project interface among test sponsors, engineering and licensing stakeholders, Holtec management, and test vendor.
• Establish and monitor project budgets, forecasts, commitments, expenditures, and resource requirements.
• Translate sponsor and stakeholder needs into clearly defined project scope, deliverables, milestones, priorities, and acceptance criteria.
• Manage vendor performance and contractual commitments, including scope, schedule, budget, deliverables, changes, and corrective actions.
• Identify and manage project risks, issues, dependencies, and changes, including development of mitigation and recovery plans.
• Coordinate technical reviews, procurement activities, facility development, test readiness, test execution, and final data delivery.
• Provide timely project status reporting on schedule performance, budget performance, risks, decisions, and required management actions.
• Ensure project documentation and deliverables meet applicable contractual, quality assurance, configuration control, and nuclear project requirements.
• Facilitate project decision-making by documenting actions, responsibilities, due dates, assumptions, and stakeholder agreements.

Skills

Project management

Vendor management

Cross-functional coordination

Communication skills

Budget tracking

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, project management, business, or related field

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Project Manager II - Thermal-Hydraulic Testing

The Project Manager II - Thermal-Hydraulic Testing will manage a major containment testing project supporting Holtec's small modular reactor program. This role serves as the primary project interface among internal test sponsors, engineering and licensing stakeholders, and the testing partner. The Project Manager is responsible for maintaining alignment among project scope, schedule, budget, contractual commitments, and technical deliverables. Successful execution will produce high-quality thermal-hydraulic test data used to support nuclear licensing activities and critical design decisions.

Location

Camden, NJ (Hybrid eligible) – Relocation Assistance Available!

Shift

Monday-Friday, standard business hours; flexibility may be required during major milestones and test execution

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead the containment testing project from planning and facility development through test execution, data delivery, and project closeout
• Serve as the primary project interface among test sponsors, engineering and licensing stakeholders, Holtec management, and test vendor
• Establish and monitor project budgets, forecasts, commitments, expenditures, and resource requirements
• Translate sponsor and stakeholder needs into clearly defined project scope, deliverables, milestones, priorities, and acceptance criteria
• Manage vendor performance and contractual commitments, including scope, schedule, budget, deliverables, changes, and corrective actions
• Identify and manage project risks, issues, dependencies, and changes, including development of mitigation and recovery plans
• Coordinate technical reviews, procurement activities, facility development, test readiness, test execution, and final data delivery
• Provide timely project status reporting on schedule performance, budget performance, risks, decisions, and required management actions
• Ensure project documentation and deliverables meet applicable contractual, quality assurance, configuration control, and nuclear project requirements
• Facilitate project decision-making by documenting actions, responsibilities, due dates, assumptions, and stakeholder agreements

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, project management, business, or a related field
• Minimum of five years of project management experience involving complex engineering, construction, testing, or technology-development projects
• Proficiency developing schedules using software including Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, Microsoft Excel
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
• Project management experience in the nuclear industry
• Demonstrated experience managing vendors, contracts, project budgets, schedules, and technical deliverables
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to coordinate technical teams, vendors, management, and cross-functional stakeholders
• Eligible to work under 10 CFR Part 810
• Ability to travel up to 10% as required

Preferred Experience

• Experience managing large-scale testing programs, research partnerships, first-of-a-kind engineering projects, or nuclear licensing deliverables is preferred.
• Familiarity with thermal-hydraulic testing, nuclear quality assurance requirements, test readiness processes, or university and national laboratory partnerships is also beneficial.
• Master of Business Administration (MBA), engineering management degree, or related advanced degree preferred.
• Familiarity with industry codes and standards such as ASME Section III and VIII, ISO 9001, NQA-1, 10CFR50 Appendix B, and 10CFR21

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Compensation

We believe great work deserves great rewards. Our benefits go beyond the basics, reflecting our commitment to supporting your whole self…your health, your future, and your career growth. This includes:

• Annual compensation based on skills and experience ranging from $110,000 to $135,000

Benefits

• Industry‑leading medical, dental, and vision coverage with a generous employer premium contribution and Day1 eligibility!
• FLEX Program – Hybrid work opportunities available for eligible roles, where business needs and role requirements allow
• 401(k) retirement plan with up to a 5% company match and immediate vesting to support long‑term financial security
• Paid time off and 11 paid holidays to support rest, balance, and recharge
• Wellness program offering rewards for participation in company‑supported health initiatives
• Commuter benefits supporting mass transit and commuter parking options
• Company‑paid life and AD&D insurance for added peace of mind
• Education assistance to support continued education and professional growth
• Employee support and voluntary benefits, including an Employee Assistance Program and optional coverage such as disability, legal, identity theft, and insurance programs
• Benefits eligibility and offerings may vary based on role, location, and employment status

If you’re driven to solve meaningful challenges and make a lasting impact, we invite you to build your career at Holtec— a generation ahead by design.