Senior Program Manager - VC Summer I&C

Westinghouse Electric Company LLC; Cranberry Township, Northern (Butler County, KY); Hybrid; USD 144,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid vacations and holidays

Flexible work arrangements

Educational reimbursement

Job summary

Westinghouse Electric Company LLC in Cranberry Township, PA seeks a Senior Program Manager to lead I&C scope for AP1000 new build opportunities within the Operating Plants Business Unit. You will oversee project teams up to 15, focusing on VC Summer restart, and ensure contractual requirements and scope adherence.

You will report to the I&C Project Director and enjoy a hybrid schedule with 2–3 days on-site weekly, plus 10–20% travel.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of project management or controls experience in nuclear/technical/construction.
• PMI or equivalent certification is preferred.
• Bachelor's degree required; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• PMI-certified PM or PM qualification completed or in progress.

Responsibilities

• Support business development by participating in contract development.
• Develop scopes, schedules and cost baselines for projects.
• Provide governance and oversee project engineers and support personnel.
• Lead changes through an integrated change management process.
• Coordinate team members, customer, and vendors for effective communication.
• Oversight of project execution from initiation to closure.

Skills

Project leadership

PMI framework

Contract management

Data visualization

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA or advanced degree

PMI certification

Job description

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Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse's mission to provide clean energy solutions? At Westinghouse, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and we seek to identify, attract and recruit the most qualified talent while recognizing and encouraging the value of diversity in the global workplace.

About the role:

As a Senior Program Manager, you will be responsible for the planning, launch, and execution of I&C scope for AP1000® new build opportunities within Westinghouse's Operating Plants Business Unit. The Program Manager will oversee various aspects of the new plant opportunities with a focus on the VC Summer restart project. This will include implementing sound project management tools and practices, ensuring contractual requirements are met and remain within committed scope, and supporting commercial discussions. You can expect to lead project teams of up to 15 people, including project managers and project controls personnel.

You will report to the I&C Project Director of VC Summer and be located at our Cranberry Township, PA facility. The position offers a hybrid work arrangement, blending remote flexibility with regular (typically 2-3 days / week) on-site collaboration at our office. Travel in this role is estimated at 10–20%.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project initiation: Support the business development team by participating in the project execution contract development process.
• Project planning: Complete all aspects of the planning process, including supporting project plans and developing scope, schedule, and cost baselines.
• Project governance: Provide guidance and oversight to supporting PMs, project engineers and matrixed project support personnel throughout the life of the program.
• Project execution: Interpret, transmit, and lead project and contract requirements, including subsequent changes, through an integrated change management process.
• Project monitoring: Follow department protocols for acquiring team members to complete the work, based on program strategy.
• Project communication: Lead and facilitate communication and collaboration among team members, customer, and external vendors.

Qualifications:

• 12+ years of project management or controls experience; in a technical role in the nuclear, technical, or construction industry. Experience on electrical or I&C projects is an advantage but not required.
• Bachelor's degree required. MBA or advanced degree is preferred. Applicable disciplines include Project Management, Engineering, Business, Construction Management, or a related technical discipline. Focus on electrical and/or I&C is a plus.
• Demonstrated understanding of transforming data into information for visual reports, database concepts for managing data within systems, and company functions that support projects, including Finance, Legal, Quality, and Supply Chain.
• Westinghouse Project Manager or Program Manager qualification completed, with interest in pursuing Program Manager qualification if not already completed. External candidates will complete Program Manager qualification within the designated period.
• PMI® Certified Project or Program Management Professional certification, or equivalent project management certification, completed or in progress. Project controls-related certification in scheduling, estimating, earned value, or risk is preferred.

We are committed to transparency and equity in all of our people practices. The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $144,000 to $180,00 per year.

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Why Westinghouse?

Our benefits package is tailored to meet the diverse needs of our employees, while also promoting wellness and career growth. The following are representative of what we offer:

• Comprehensive Medical benefits which could include medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions options
• Wellness Programs designed to support employees in maintaining their health and well-being including Employee Assistance Program providing support for our employees and their household members
• 401(k) with Company Match Contributions to support employees' retirement
• Paid Vacations and Company Holidays
• Opportunities for Flexible Work Arrangements to promote work-life balance
• Educational Reimbursement and Comprehensive Career Programs to help employees grow in their careers
• Global Recognition and Service Programs to celebrate employee accomplishments and service
• Employee Referral Program

Westinghouse Electric Company is the global nuclear energy industry's first choice for safe, clean, and efficient energy solutions. We enable our delivery of this vision by living our value system:

• Safety and Quality
• Integrity and Trust
• Customer Focus and Innovation
• Speed and Passion to Win
• Teamwork and Accountability

While our Global Headquarters are located in Cranberry Township, PA, we have over 11,000 employees working at locations in 19 different countries. You can learn more by visiting http://www.westinghousenuclear.com .

Westinghouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities

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