Siting Project Manager - Nuclear Dev - Columbus, OH / Dallas, TX

American Electric Power Co.; Kentucky; Hybrid; USD 99,000 - 139,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site work

Job summary

AMERICAN ELECTRIC POWER seeks a Nuclear Development Siting Project Manager to lead site selection and feasibility efforts for advanced nuclear projects. You will coordinate multidisciplinary evaluations, manage stakeholder engagement, and oversee permitting strategies to secure optimal locations from concept through early approvals.

Responsibilities include developing siting criteria, overseeing GIS analyses, coordinating geotechnical/hydrological/seismic studies, and ensuring compliance with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field; master’s preferred.
• 5+ years in energy project development, with emphasis on siting and permitting.
• Familiarity with nuclear regulatory frameworks and advanced reactor technologies.
• Proficiency in GIS tools and data analysis.
• Strong project management, scheduling, budgeting, and risk management.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and apply siting criteria for nuclear projects.
• Oversee GIS-based analysis and environmental screening.
• Coordinate technical studies including geotechnical, hydrological, and seismic evaluations.
• Manage regulatory compliance and permit applications.
• Lead cross-functional project teams and manage schedules and budgets.
• Prepare stakeholder presentations and reports.
• Collaborate on interconnection studies and grid proximity assessments.

Skills

GIS analysis

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Regulatory knowledge

Environmental screening

Interconnection studies

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Master’s preferred

Tools

GIS software

Job description

**Job Summary**The Nuclear Development Siting Project Manager leads site selection and feasibility efforts for advanced nuclear projects. This role is responsible for coordinating multidisciplinary evaluations—including environmental, regulatory, technical, and community considerations—to identify and secure optimal locations for nuclear generation facilities. The position manages stakeholder engagement, permitting strategies, and interconnection studies, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local requirements. Key responsibilities include developing siting criteria, overseeing GIS and engineering analyses, managing timelines and budgets, and collaborating with internal teams and external partners to advance project development from concept through early-stage approvals.**Job Description****What You'll Do:****Site Identification & Evaluation*** Develop and apply siting criteria for nuclear generation projects.* Oversee GIS-based analysis, environmental screening, and infrastructure assessments.* Coordinate technical studies including geotechnical, hydrological, and seismic evaluations.**Regulatory & Permitting*** Manage compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.* Support preparation of permit applications and environmental documentation.**Project Coordination*** Lead cross-functional teams including engineering, environmental, and legal experts.* Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and risk assessments.* Ensure timely completion of feasibility studies and deliverables.**Stakeholder Engagement*** Prepare presentations and reports for internal leadership and external stakeholders.**Interconnection & Infrastructure*** Collaborate with transmission planning and engineering on interconnection studies.* Assess proximity to grid infrastructure, water supply, and transportation access.**What We are Looking For:*** Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Environmental Science, Project Management, or related field (master’s preferred).* 5+ years of experience in energy project development, with emphasis on siting and permitting.* Familiarity with nuclear regulatory frameworks and advanced reactor technologies.* Proficiency in GIS tools and data analysis.* Strong project management skills, including scheduling, budgeting, and risk management.* Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.**Preferred Skills*** Experience with PJM or other regional transmission organization processes.* Knowledge of NRC licensing requirements and NEPA environmental review.* Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced development environment.**What You'll Have:****AEP, we’re more than just an energy company — we’re a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you!**AMERICAN ELECTRIC POWER (on-site)$99k - $138k/ Year#AEPCareers#LI-ONSITE**Compensation Data****Compensation Grade:**SP20-008**Compensation Range:**$98,993.00 - $128,688.00The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.