Senior Nuclear Feasibility & Project Lead (SMR)

Sargent & Lundy; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Flexible work arrangements

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Sargent & Lundy in Reston, VA is seeking a driven project manager to oversee multi‑discipline engineering, licensing, environmental and PM activities for nuclear power upgrades, including SMR work. You will coordinate with internal/external teams to drive lifecycle execution, governance, risk and client satisfaction.

Essential skills include BA/ABET engineering, 5+ years in technical fields, and strong project leadership with superb communication.

Qualifications

• BS from an ABET-accredited engineering program.
• 5+ years in a technical field (engineering, construction, planning).
• Experience with project management and coordination.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Strong written, verbal and intercultural communication skills.
• Experience with presenting technical reports virtually and in-person.
• Experience with feasibility studies and cost-benefit analyses.
• Proficiency in Microsoft software and tools.
• Commitment to professional development.

Responsibilities

• Manage project execution, coordinating resources from each discipline.
• Lead all aspects of project execution including safety, schedule, budget, reporting and client experience.
• Develop and maintain client relationships and stakeholders.
• Support KPI reporting for schedule, budget and dashboards.
• Identify and control project risks and changes.
• Communicate with stakeholders to resolve constraints.
• Direct the project team to achieve client and company goals.
• Mentor project team members with timely feedback.
• Analyze issues and provide solutions to improve results.
• Develop and implement engineering and PM solutions within contract scope, time, and budget.
• Prepare/review reports and studies presenting technical information clearly.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously and conduct site visits as required.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Team collaboration

Time management

Intercultural communication

Report writing

Risk management

Client relationship

Feasibility analysis

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Tools

PowerBi

Power Automate

PowerApps

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Office

Job description

Sargent & Lundy in Reston, VA is seeking a driven project manager to oversee multi‑discipline engineering, licensing, environmental and PM activities for nuclear power upgrades, including SMR work. You will coordinate with internal/external teams to drive lifecycle execution, governance, risk and client satisfaction.

Essential skills include BA/ABET engineering, 5+ years in technical fields, and strong project leadership with superb communication.