Senior Project Controls Lead - Nuclear AI

thenuclearcompany; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 118,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

Medical, dental, vision plans

Generous vacation policy

Holidays

Job summary

The Nuclear Company in Columbia, SC seeks a seasoned Manager, Project Controls to lead planning, scheduling, cost management, and risk control for major projects. You will guide a skilled team, ensure methodologies are followed, and drive excellence in project delivery through robust controls and continuous improvement.

Ideal candidates bring 8+ years in project controls, a PMP or equivalent, and proven ability to manage large EPC-scale nuclear projects with strong leadership, communication, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Project Management, or a related field.
• PMP certification or equivalent preferred.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in project controls or project management, preferably in nuclear energy or large EPC environments.
• Proven track record of successful project delivery and robust cost management.
• Strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills; ability to influence across teams.
• Proficiency in industry-standard PM software.
• Thorough knowledge of industry-specific project controls standards and best practices.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet demanding deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain a robust project controls framework for assigned projects.
• Lead and mentor a team of project controls professionals.
• Ensure consistent application of project management methodologies across projects.
• Oversee detailed planning, scheduling, resource allocation, and critical path analysis.
• Establish and monitor budgets, track expenditures, and manage variances.
• Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies to protect project outcomes.
• Apply Earned Value Management to measure performance and progress.
• Prepare regular status reports with KPIs and variance analyses.
• Manage changes to scope, schedule, or budget with proper approvals.
• Drive continuous improvement in project controls processes and tools.

Skills

Project controls

Leadership

Budgeting

EVM

PMP

Nuclear industry

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/PM

Tools

MS Project

Scheduling software

Job description

The Nuclear Company in Columbia, SC seeks a seasoned Manager, Project Controls to lead planning, scheduling, cost management, and risk control for major projects. You will guide a skilled team, ensure methodologies are followed, and drive excellence in project delivery through robust controls and continuous improvement.

Ideal candidates bring 8+ years in project controls, a PMP or equivalent, and proven ability to manage large EPC-scale nuclear projects with strong leadership, communication, and