Mechanical Engineer Project Manager / Program Manager - Sargent & Lundy

This position will offer you the opportunity to manage project(s) consisting of engineers, designers, controls and scheduling professionals involved in the design, modification, and analysis of new and existing nuclear power plant modifications. The position will involve coordinating with multiple internal and external departments to manage the life cycle of project execution. 

• Responsible for project execution, coordination of resources from each discipline as required.
• Take ownership for all aspects of project performance including safety, schedule, budget, reporting and client experience through entire project lifecycle.
• Manage and direct the project team to ensure accountability.  Mentor and coach team members.
• Develop and maintain a positive working relationship with client task engineers and stakeholders.
• Lead efforts to ensure projects are completed safely, satisfactorily, on time, and within budget.
• Support the reporting of key performance indicators for schedule, budget and other dashboard items.
• Identify and control construction risk.
• Recognize, identify, track and control change.
• Communicate and consult with appropriate stakeholders and supervisors.
• Prepare reports and studies that present technical information in a clear and concise manner and meet client requirements and Sargent & Lundy formats.
• Analyze issues and provide solutions to improve results.

This position is based on a hybrid work schedule and will require in-office work 3 days per week.

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Essential skills and experience:

• BS from an ABET-accredited engineering program is preferred 
• Proven experience managing multi-disciplinary teams
• 15 or more years of experience in a technical field (engineering, construction, planning, etc.)
• 5 or more years of experience with serving as a firm/client liaison in a support or lead role
• Ability to multitask and manage multiple competing priorities is critical to success
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work in a collaborative team setting
• Schedule development and management
• Budget management

Valued but not required skills and experience:

• Construction management or a management/business degree
• Engineering design experience a plus
• PMP Certification is a plus.
• MBA is a plus
• Experience writing proposals is a plus 

Sargent & Lundy is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by law.

At 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.