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The position will involve coordinating with multiple internal and external departments to manage the life cycle of project execution.\nResponsible for project execution, coordination of resources from each discipline as required.\nTake ownership for all aspects of project performance including safety, schedule, budget, reporting and client experience through entire project lifecycle.\nManage and direct the project team to ensure accountability. Mentor and coach team members.\nDevelop and maintain a positive working relationship with client task engineers and stakeholders.\nLead efforts to ensure projects are completed safely, satisfactorily, on time, and within budget.\nSupport the reporting of key performance indicators for schedule, budget and other dashboard items.\nIdentify and control construction risk.\nRecognize, identify, track and control change.\nPrepare and review modification packages, mechanical drawings, and engineering analyses or evaluations for operating nuclear plants and systems as required.\nPrepare technical specifications and procurement documents, and conduct vendor bid evaluations for plant equipment as required. \nCommunicate and consult with appropriate stakeholders and supervisors.\nPrepare reports and studies that present technical information in a clear and concise manner and meet client requirements and Sargent & Lundy formats.\nAnalyze issues and provide solutions to improve results.\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 or MS in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, Systems Engineering, or General Engineering from an ABET accredited program\nProven experience managing multi-disciplinary teams\n10 or more years of experience in a technical field (engineering, construction, planning, etc.)\n5 or more years of experience in the power industry \n5 or more years of experience with serving as a firm/client liaison in a support or lead role\nAbility to multitask and manage multiple competing priorities\nProven experience completing technical deliverables for modification packages for operating power plants\nKnowledge of codes, standards, and regulations that apply to mechanical engineering design of nuclear power plants\nEngineering design experience\nStrong written and verbal communication skills\nAbility to work in a collaborative team setting\nSchedule and budget development and management\nValued but not required skills and experience:\nConstruction Management, MBA, or other management/business degree\nPMP Certification\nExperience writing proposals\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$118,023 - $180,313Transparency 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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