Project Manager - Nuclear Engineering

CT19; Illinois; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nuclear engineering company is looking for an experienced Project Manager to lead complex nuclear systems projects. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in Nuclear Engineering and over 5 years of relevant experience in engineering project management. Exceptional leadership, communication skills, and proficiency in project management tools are required. This is a full-time position based in Illinois.

Qualifications

• 5+ years managing engineering projects within the nuclear sector, from design to commissioning.
• PMP certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and delivery of complex nuclear systems and facility projects.
• Manage scope, schedules, budgets, and risks while directing multidisciplinary teams.
• Act as a key interface between stakeholders to ensure milestones are achieved.

Skills

Project management tools (MS Project, Primavera)

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Nuclear Engineering or closely related discipline

Job description

Overview

Are you an experienced project leader with a proven track record in nuclear engineering? This is your chance to join a pioneering company advancing the commercialization of next-generation nuclear reactors through bold innovation and precision project execution.

We’re seeking a Project Manager with direct nuclear engineering project management experience to lead the planning, coordination, and successful delivery of complex nuclear systems and facility projects. You’ll manage scope, schedules, budgets, and risks while directing multidisciplinary teams across engineering, operations, procurement, and quality. Acting as a key interface between stakeholders, partners, and leadership, you’ll ensure every milestone is achieved safely, efficiently, and on time.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s degree in Nuclear Engineering (or a closely related discipline) and brings 5+ years managing engineering projects within the nuclear sector, from design and licensing to construction and commissioning. A strong command of project management tools such as MS Project or Primavera, coupled with exceptional leadership and communication skills, is essential. PMP certification is preferred.

If you’re ready to lead high-impact projects that will define the future of clean energy, we’d like to hear from you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Nuclear Engineering (or closely related discipline)
• 5+ years managing engineering projects within the nuclear sector (design, licensing, construction, commissioning)
• Strong command of project management tools such as MS Project or Primavera
• Exceptional leadership and communication skills
• PMP certification is preferred

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Project Management

Industries

• Electric Power Generation