Advanced Project Manager, Safety

Westinghouse Electric Company, LLC • Warrendale, OR

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse’s mission to provide clean energy solutions? At Westinghouse, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and we seek to identify, attract and recruit the most qualified talent while recognizing and encouraging the value of diversity in the global workplace.

As an Advanced Project Manager on our Common Q/AC160 Safety System team, you will primarily be managing sub system hardware scope within the Dukovany Project Safety Systems and Main Control Room.   

You will report to the Sr. Program Manager of Dukovany Safety Systems as part of the PM team and work closely with GIC engineering and GICP manufacturing and test facilities. This is a mobile role that can be performed primarily from our Cranberry Township, PA and/or Warrendale, PA facilities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree. Applicable disciplines are Project Management, Engineering, Business, Construction Management or related technical discipline.
• 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)

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree in Project Management, Engineering , Construction or Business preferred
• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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).
• Responsible for project management processes for several high complexity project sub systems, leading medium-sized teams (average 30 team members). Support proposal process for upcoming opportunities, as assigned.
• Oversee the development and implementation of the hardware designs governed by Design Specifications from KEPCO E&C A/E and the Westinghouse functional design groups. Create cost estimates and offers for operating plants support and modifications. Support and/or drive customer concurrent engineering efforts and establish design baselines for implementation.
• Oversee material procurements interfacing with Westinghouse Supply Chain Individuals.
• 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.
• Track completion of deliverable documents ensuring on-time deliveries and to escalate when necessary.
• Follow the GIC Tollgate 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 Corrective Action Program (CAP) system.
• 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.

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level