Senior Project Manager – PMO (Nuclear/Engineering)

Lynchburg, VA

Full Time

Posted September 2, 2026

$133k - $181k

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Classification: Modern power-system classification not yet published for this listing.Legacy source industry field: Nuclear Energy
Pay provenance: Employer-provided pay

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Senior Project Manager to join our Project Management Office (PMO).

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.

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.

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.