What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Project Manager – PMO (Nuclear/Engineering) position at Framatome North America?
Why This Role Is Critical
We are seeking an experienced and strategic Senior Project Manager to join our Project Management Office (PMO). This pivotal role goes beyond day-to-day execution to drive standardization, governance, and best practices across a portfolio of commercial engineering projects within the nuclear power industry. The ideal candidate will provide project leadership for complex projects while also mentoring junior project managers, refining PMO processes, and ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
What You’ll Do Day-To-Day
- PMO Leadership & Governance: Establish, maintain, and enforce PMO framework, methodologies, and templates to ensure consistency and efficiency across all projects.
- Strategic Project Oversight: Lead complex, high-impact commercial projects from initiation to close-out, managing scope, budget, and quality objectives.
- Portfolio & Resource Management: Define and forecast resource skills, allocate materials/personnel, and optimize resource loading across the project portfolio.
- Stakeholder & Vendor Liaison: Act as the primary interface between project teams, senior management, and clients, ensuring transparency through regular reporting.
- Process Improvement & Mentoring: Drive continuous process improvement (lessons learned) and provide coaching/mentoring to less experienced project managers.
- Financial & Contractual Management: Oversee project financials, including the timely issuance/payment of invoices and management of change orders.
- Compliance: Ensure projects meet all nuclear industry standards, regulatory requirements, and technical quality standards.
What You'll Bring
- Bachelor's Degree in related field with a minimum of 10 years related experience, included is a minimum of 6 years of project-related experience, is required or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree.
- Prior experience in the nuclear power industry or related technical field (testing/servicing electrical/mechanical equipment) is required.
- Experience working within or developing a Project Management Office (PMO) framework.
- Advanced proficiency in MS Project and other project management tools for scheduling and tracking.
- Excellent team building, problem identification, and root cause analysis skills.
- PMP certification is a strong plus.
Total Rewards Package
Total Rewards Package
- Salary: $133,000-$181,000 and may also include annual incentives and performance bonuses. The base salary range is a guideline. Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies and work location.
- Health & Wellness: Multiple medical plan options, dental & vision coverage, life insurance, long- and short-term disability, and optional supplemental plans (critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity, dependent life).
- Retirement: 401(k) with employer match.
- Paid Time Off: Up to 3 weeks of vacation, 8 sick days, and 13 paid holidays annually.
- Extra Perks: Lifestyle spending account, employer paid mental health support, education reimbursement, professional development opportunities, adoption assistance, parental leave, and employee assistance programs.
About Framatome
Framatome has been shaping the future of nuclear energy in the U.S. for more than 60 years. Framatome Inc. is headquartered in Lynchburg, Virginia, with more than 2,400 employees across North America supporting nearly every nuclear plant in the nation.
From our facilities in Virginia, Washington, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts and beyond, we deliver outage services, advanced nuclear fuel technologies, and next-gen reactor innovations that keep the lights on.
At Framatome, you will join a global team committed to creating reliable, carbon-free energy. Here, you can:
- Solve complex nuclear challenges that directly impact the climate.
- Build your career through technical fellowships, leadership roles, and global opportunities.
- Do your best work in a culture that values safety, innovation, and well-being.
Framatome is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Offers are contingent on background check and drug screen (where applicable). Positions may involve access to information subject to U.S. export control regulations; applicants must meet eligibility requirements (see DOE 810 Appendix A).
Salary : $133,000 - $181,000