Project Manager - II Nuclear

Project Manager II – Nuclear

Job Site

Location:

Monticello Nuclear Plant – Monticello, MN
Duration: 12-Month Contract (High Likelihood of Extension)

Work Schedule:

Primarily Onsite
Per Diem:
Offered at the standard GSA rate for the area (for qualified non-local candidates)

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We are seeking an experienced Project Manager II to support capital improvement projects at the Monticello Nuclear Plant in Monticello, Minnesota. This role is responsible for full lifecycle (cradle-to-grave) management of nuclear capital projects including plant modifications, equipment replacements, and facility upgrades.

This opportunity offers the chance to work in a highly structured, safety-driven nuclear environment supporting long‑term plant reliability and modernization initiatives.

• Manage capital projects from initiation through closeout.
• Develop project scopes, schedules, cost estimates, and funding requests.
• Oversee budgets, cost controls, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Coordinate engineering, maintenance, construction, and vendor activities.
• Manage contractor performance and ensure milestone achievement.
• Lead project meetings and provide executive‑level updates.
• Support procurement activities, vendor selection, and contract management.
• Ensure compliance with nuclear regulatory, safety, and quality standards.

Projects are typically valued at $1M+ and may involve system modifications, equipment replacements, and facility upgrades.

• 5–7+ years of cradle‑to‑grave project management experience.
• Experience managing capital projects valued at $1M or greater.
• Strong understanding of PMI/PMBOK predictive (Waterfall) project management methodologies.
• Ability to work onsite at Monticello Nuclear Plant.
• Must be eligible to obtain unescorted nuclear plant access (background check and fitness‑for‑duty screening required).

• ABET‑accredited degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, or Nuclear Engineering.
• Commercial nuclear power experience strongly preferred.
• Ex‑Navy Nuclear or prior utility/power plant experience preferred if no commercial nuclear background.
• Construction project experience.
• Finance or cost controls background.
• Experience with:
  • SAP
  • Primavera P6
  • MS Project
  • Unifier
  • UKG Workday
  • Organizations such as WECTEC or GE considered a plus.