12 days ago
Project Manager
Southern Nuclear
On Site
Full Time
$135,000
Baxley, GA
Job Overview
Job TitleProject Manager
Job TypeFull Time
CategoryCommerce
Experience5 Years
DegreeMaster
Offered Salary$135,000
LocationBaxley, GA
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Job Description
Project Manager
Southern Nuclear Operating Company (SNC) operates one of the nation’s most respected nuclear generating fleets. The Project Management Office (PMO) provides governance, oversight, and strategic guidance to ensure consistent project execution across the fleet. We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to join the PMO team to support project assessments, lifecycle management, and audit functions for projects of varying complexity.
The successful candidate will be responsible for facilitating project governance, conducting independent assessments, and providing oversight to ensure compliance with industry best practices, regulatory requirements, and SNC standards. This role will interface with project teams across multiple nuclear sites, providing leadership and support to drive superior performance, safety, and reliability in project execution.
Job Requirements
Education Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Project Management, or a related discipline from an accredited college or university is required.
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent is strongly preferred.
- Advanced degree or specialized training in project management or nuclear industry operations is a plus.
Experience Preferences
- Minimum of five (5) years of project management experience, preferably within a highly regulated industry such as nuclear energy, power generation, or utilities.
- Experience managing or overseeing complex, multi-disciplinary projects across all phases of the project lifecycle.
- Demonstrated experience applying project governance frameworks, risk management, and quality assurance principles.
- Prior experience conducting project assessments, audits, or performance reviews is highly desirable.
- Working knowledge of nuclear industry standards, regulatory requirements, and best practices (e.g., INPO, NRC, PMI) preferred.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Strong understanding of project management methodologies, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, and performance tracking.
- Ability to assess project health and compliance with governance standards and provide actionable recommendations for improvement.
- Expertise in risk identification, mitigation strategies, and change management processes.
- Ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence project outcomes through collaboration and effective communication.
- Proficiency in project management tools and software (e.g., Primavera, MS Project, Power BI).
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to synthesize complex information and present clear findings.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to prepare and present reports to senior management.
- Ability to work effectively with diverse teams across multiple plant sites and corporate offices.
- Self-starter with the ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment.
- Maintain unescorted access to all SNC facilities.
Behavioral Attributes
- Demonstrate Our Values – Safety First, Unquestionable Trust, Superior Performance, and Total Commitment.
- Honest, respectful, and fair; acts with integrity in all interactions.
- Dedicated to superior performance and continuous improvement.
- Prioritizes safety, teamwork, and diversity while fostering collaboration across the organization.
- Committed to the success of employees, customers, and shareholders.
- Self-directed with strong initiative and results-oriented mindset.
- Customer-focused and driven to deliver excellence in project outcomes.
Key skills/competency
- Project Management
- Project Governance
- Risk Management
- Quality Assurance
- Regulatory Compliance
- Nuclear Industry Standards
- Primavera
- Microsoft Project
- Power BI
- Strategic Guidance
How to Get Hired at Southern Nuclear
- Research Southern Nuclear's culture: Study their mission, values (Safety First, Unquestionable Trust, Superior Performance, Total Commitment), recent achievements like Vogtle Units 3&4, and employee testimonials on LinkedIn and Glassdoor.
- Tailor your resume: Highlight extensive project management experience, preferably in regulated industries, emphasizing governance, risk management, and quality assurance specific to Southern Nuclear's needs.
- Showcase industry knowledge: Demonstrate a strong understanding of nuclear industry standards, regulatory requirements (INPO, NRC, PMI), and experience with relevant project management tools like Primavera, MS Project, or Power BI.
- Prepare for behavioral questions: Frame your experiences around Southern Nuclear's core values, providing examples of leadership, problem-solving, safety focus, integrity, and collaboration in complex project environments.
- Emphasize continuous improvement: Be ready to discuss your commitment to learning and adapting, aligning with Southern Nuclear's dedication to superior performance and innovation in nuclear technologies.
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