Site Programs Manager

Framatome North America; Richland (WA); On-site; USD 146,000 - 199,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness plans

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

Framatome North America seeks an experienced Program Manager to lead major LWR fuel fabrication projects from concept to delivery. You will coordinate across engineering, operations, quality, licensing, safety analysis, and commercial teams to ensure integrated execution.

The role requires 12+ years in nuclear project management, strong leadership, and excellent communication with vendors and customers to meet scope, schedule, and cost targets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical or business discipline; equivalent work experience may be considered.
• Minimum of 12 years of related experience.
• Advanced knowledge in a particular field of specialization.
• Ability to complete complex projects.
• Excellent communication skills with staff, managers, vendors and customers.
• Problem solving and prioritization abilities.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and address issues directly.

Responsibilities

• Launch and manage program that establish strong relationships with clients.
• Gather and share strategic information so that multi-functional teams manage major programs effectively.
• Provide meaningful performance related feedback/input to appropriate line management.
• Produce a business plan or investment study so that the group can meet its corporate financial targets.
• Oversee a portfolio of new product and large LWR fuel fabrication projects from concept through delivery, ensuring scope, schedule, cost, and quality targets are met.
• Coordinate across engineering, operations, quality, licensing, safety analysis, and commercial teams to ensure integrated project execution.
• Lead recurring project reviews, status meetings, and readiness assessments.
• Review and approve project baselines, design changes, procurement plans, and manufacturing readiness milestones.
• Manage project risks, mitigation plans, contingency strategies, and executive level escalation when required.
• Support customer engagement, including technical discussions, schedule negotiations, and reporting deliverables.
• Work closely with manufacturing and engineering leadership to align resource needs, staffing forecasts, and capability development.
• Promote continuous improvement in project management processes, tools, and organizational discipline.

Skills

Nuclear PM

LWR fuel

Regulatory frameworks

Engineering coordination

Vendor coordination

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in technical or business discipline

Job description

Why This Role Is Critical

As the need for nuclear energy grows, the future couldn’t be brighter. Join our vital mission to create lasting solutions for our planet’s greatest challenges. In this role, you are ready to shape the future of clean energy and make a long-lasting global impact. With us, anticipate engaging and challenging projects that deliver innovative solutions and value-added technologies helping power more than 38 million North American homes.

What You’ll Do Day-To-Day

• Launch and manage program that establish strong relationships with clients.
• Gather and share strategic information so that multi-functional teams manage major programs effectively.
• Provide meaningful performance related feedback/input to appropriate line management.
• Produce a business plan or investment study so that the group can meet its corporate financial targets.

Preferred Skills

• Strong background in nuclear industry project management, ideally with experience in construction of LWR fuel fabrication, fuel development, or advanced nuclear products.
• Working knowledge of NRC regulatory frameworks, nuclear QA programs, and commercial nuclear customer expectations.
• Demonstrated success managing complex, multi disciplinary engineering, manufacturing, and qualification projects.
• Familiarity with product development lifecycles, technology readiness levels (TRL), and commercialization of engineered products in regulated environments.
• Experience developing and managing detailed project schedules, cost estimates, risk registers, and resource plans using modern PM tools.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, manufacturing workflows, and quality documentation to support project planning and execution.
• Strong vendor and supply chain coordination skills, particularly for specialized nuclear materials and high-specification manufacturing processes.
• Leadership experience building high-performing project teams and developing early career project managers.

Additional Day to Day Responsibilities

• Oversee a portfolio of new product and large LWR fuel fabrication projects from concept through delivery, ensuring scope, schedule, cost, and quality targets are met.
• Coordinate across engineering, operations, quality, licensing, safety analysis, and commercial teams to ensure integrated project execution.
• Lead recurring project reviews, status meetings, and readiness assessments.
• Review and approve project baselines, design changes, procurement plans, and manufacturing readiness milestones.
• Manage project risks, mitigation plans, contingency strategies, and executive level escalation when required.
• Support customer engagement, including technical discussions, schedule negotiations, and reporting deliverables.
• Work closely with manufacturing and engineering leadership to align resource needs, staffing forecasts, and capability development.
• Promote continuous improvement in project management processes, tools, and organizational discipline.

Other Requirements

• Demonstrated commitment to nuclear safety culture, human performance principles, and conservative decision-making.
• Professional certifications (PMP, PgMP, or equivalent) strongly preferred.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical or business discipline. Equivalent work experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
• Minimum of 12 years of related experience.
• Advanced knowledge in a particular field of specialization.
• Ability to complete complex projects.
• Excellent communication skills to work effectively with all levels of staff and management, vendors and customers.
• Good problem identification and problem resolution skills.
• Ability to change priorities quickly and confront issues directly.

Total Rewards Package

• Salary: $146,000 - $199,000and may also include annual incentives and performance bonuses. The base salary range is a guideline. Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies and work location.
• Health & Wellness: Multiple medical plan options, dental & vision coverage, life insurance, long- and short-term disability, and optional supplemental plans (critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity, dependent life).
• Retirement: 401(k) with employer match.
• Paid Time Off: Up to 3 weeks of vacation, 8 sick days, and 13 paid holidays annually.
• Extra Perks: Lifestyle spending account, employer paid mental health support, education reimbursement, professional development opportunities, adoption assistance, parental leave, and employee assistance programs.

About Framatome

Framatome has been shaping the future of nuclear energy in the U.S. for more than 60 years. Framatome Inc. is headquartered in Lynchburg, Virginia, with more than 2,400+ employees across North America supporting nearly every nuclear plant in the nation.

From our facilities in Virginia, Washington, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts and beyond, we deliver outage services, advanced nuclear fuel technologies, and next-gen reactor innovations that keep the lights on.

At Framatome, you will join a global team committed to creating reliable, carbon-free energy. Here, you can:

• Solve complex nuclear challenges that directly impact the climate.
• Build your career through technical fellowships, leadership roles, and global opportunities.
• Do your best work in a culture that values safety, innovation, and well-being.

Framatome is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.

Offers are contingent on background check and drug screen (where applicable). Positions may involve access to information subject to U.S. export control regulations; applicants must meet eligibility requirements (see DOE810AppendixA).