Hybrid PPS and QIAS Project Manager

at Westinghouse Electric Company

• Job title: PPS and QIAS Project Manager
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: $103,200 - $129,000 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Tech skills: PMP
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Warrendale, United States

About the role

• Advanced Project Manager managing sub system projects within the Dukovany Project Safety System at Westinghouse, overseeing project management processes and coordinating communications.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for project management processes for several high complexity project sub systems, leading a medium-sized teams (average 30 team members).
• Support proposal process for upcoming opportunities, as assigned.
• Oversee the development of the component designs governed by Design Specifications from KEPCO E&C A/E.
• Manage cost estimates and offers for operating plants support and modifications.
• Support and/or drive customer concurrent engineering efforts and establish design baselines for implementation.
• Responsible for all aspects of the Westinghouse scope planning process including authoring project management plans and developing scope, schedule, and cost baselines as well as risk and stakeholder registers per Westinghouse Project Management Requirements (WPMR).
• Based on project management plan, follow department protocols for acquiring team member resources needed to complete the work.
• Interpret and transmit project/contract requirements and subsequent changes to functional groups following an integrated change management process.
• Coordinate project communications ensuring team, customer and stakeholders are kept informed of status.
• Develop and oversee project records in standard databases, systems and procedures to ensure efficient handling and transmission of project correspondence and documentation internally and externally.
• Manage and interpret project scope, schedule, cost, risk, procurement, quality, resources, communications and stakeholders.
• Follow the GIC Toolgate process to ensure proper sequencing and risk management of the assigned scope and escalate problems/issues when identified.
• Document learning and best practices using the CAP program.
• Properly close projects by archiving work in financial, scheduling, document management and resource management systems/tools.
• Perform final project quality assessment and report out.
• Identify and communicate opportunities for improvement, lessons and risk avoidance for future work.
• Use interpersonal skills to cultivate positive relationships with team, customer and other stakeholders (e.g. internal management) in a matrix environment to facilitate successful project completion as well as identify opportunities for additional business growth.
• Use and support Westinghouse project management systems and controls.
• Support financial planning through accurately tracking and forecasting spending.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree. Applicable disciplines are Project Management, Engineering, Business, Construction Management or related technical discipline.
• Advanced degree in Project Management, Engineering, Construction or Business preferred
• 5+ years of experience as project manager leading and directing low to moderate complexity projects to successful completion (3 years of project management and 2 years of experience in a technical leadership role may be considered)
• 6+ years of experience as project manager in a technical industry such as engineering, manufacturing, nuclear or construction preferred.
• PMI PMP preferred
• Individuals with familiarity with the commercial nuclear industry, global work experience and business acumen are preferred.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical benefits which could include medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions options
• Wellness Programs designed to support employees in maintaining their health and well-being including Employee Assistance Program providing support for our employees and their household members
• 401(k) with Company Match Contributions to support employees' retirement
• Paid Vacations and Company Holidays
• Opportunities for Flexible Work Arrangements to promote work-life balance
• Educational Reimbursement and Comprehensive Career Programs to help employees grow in their careers
• Global Recognition and Service Programs to celebrate employee accomplishments and service
• Employee Referral Program