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The position will involve coordinating with multiple internal and external departments to manage the life cycle of project execution. As an Associate Project Manager you will be responsible to:\nWork on diverse projects for various clients.\nSupport and overview all design and project aspects of multidisciplinary nuclear power team.\nDirect the team leads in the coordination of detailed design phases for all aspects of engineering, design, and construction support.\nLead efforts to ensure projects are completed satisfactorily, with high quality, on time performance and to strict financial requirements. \nCoordinate systems design activities to ensure installation and operations will comply with specifications, codes, and client requirements. \nPrepare reports and studies that present technical information in a clear and concise manner and meet client requirements and Sargent & Lundy formats.\nPerform and provide independent reviews of work performed by others, including scopes of work, proposals, procurement specifications, and contract documents.\nPrepare, review, and provide guidance for design calculations, develop specifications, and collaborate with designers for drawing development.\nOversee staff development, work delegation, and engagement. Mentor and coach team members.\nManage external relationships with engineering consultants and contractors, and joint venture relationships.\nExecute projects by coordinating resources across disciplines, guiding engineers and designers through all phases of engineering design, and ensuring accountability within the project team.\nMonitor and manage project performance, including safety, schedule, budget, reporting, and client relations throughout the project lifecycle.\nIdentify and control project / construction risk.\nManage scope changes.\nAnalyze issues and provide solutions to improve results.\nCoordinate with stakeholders to ensure timely design completion. \nAdhere and support Corporate policies, procedures and comply with required standards. \nOccasionally travel to client and vendor offices for design reviews and to plant site locations for construction coordination and field verification of designs.\nSupport the reporting of key performance indicators for schedule, budget and other dashboard items.\nRecognize, identify, track and control change.\nThis position is based on a hybrid work schedule and will require in-office work 3 days per week.\nQualifications\nWe do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.\nEssential skills and experience:\nBS in Engineering from an ABET-accredited engineering program.\nProven experience managing multi-disciplinary teams.\n7 or more years of experience in the design and analysis of nuclear facilities.\n5 or more years of experience in project management/project coordination.\nExperience in managing medium-to-large engineering projects.\nExtensive knowledge and applied experience in all aspects of project engineering design.\nExperience with serving as firm/client liaison in a support or lead engineering role.\nExperience in reviewing design drawings created by others.\nStrong leadership skills and ability to develop and motivate staff.\nExcellent written and verbal communication skills.\nExperience in providing guidance, mentoring, and training to staff engineers.\nValued but not required skills and experience:\nPE or SE license.\nPMP certificate.\nMBA\nConstruction and start-up experience.\nCommissioning experience.\nExperience in managing the development of a new engineering team(s).\nExperience in forecasting staffing needs, conducting staff performance evaluations, and assisting staff in curation of goals.\nProject schedule and budget development and management.\nTechnology & Innovation\nSargent & Lundy values the appropriate use of technology to improve how work gets done and deliver high-quality outcomes for our clients. Depending on the role, employees may use data, automation, artificial intelligence, and other digital tools to support research, analysis, engineering and design activities, workflow improvement, or other aspects of their work. We value candidates who demonstrate an interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies where relevant to their role. Employees remain accountable for their work and are expected to apply appropriate professional judgment and review when using technology-assisted tools. Experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued where relevant but is not required unless specifically identified elsewhere in the job description.\nAbout Sargent & Lundy\nAt Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.\nHealth & WellnessFinancial BenefitsWork-Life BalanceHealth Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision\nLife & Accident Insurance\nDisability Coverage\nEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)\nBack-Up Daycare\nFSA & HSA\n401(k)\nPre-Tax Commuter Account\nMerit Scholarship Program\nEmployee Discount Program\nCorporate Charitable Giving Program\nTuition Assistance\nFirst Professional Licensure Bonus\nEmployee Referral Bonus\nPaid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)\nPaid Vacation\nPaid Holidays\nPaid Parental Leave\nPaid Bereavement Leave\nFlexible Work Arrangements\nCompensation Range\n$100,019 - $152,807Transparency Statement\nSargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well-being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.About This Business Unit\nJoin Sargent & Lundy's Nuclear Power Group and be part of a team driving the future of clean, carbon-free energy. Since 1954, we’ve been a trusted leader in nuclear engineering, design, and licensing, with expertise spanning small modular reactors (SMRs), advanced reactor technology (ART), and first-of-a-kind commercial reactor restart projects. Our work supports life extensions and digital modernization of existing nuclear plants, coal-to-nuclear conversion initiatives with the Department of State, and international nuclear new-build projects. With a commitment to safety, innovation, and sustainability, we provide cutting-edge solutions that power communities worldwide while reducing emissions. Shape the future of global energy with us!\nEqual Opportunity\nSargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. 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