Project Manager II – Nuclear Capital ProjectsMATRIX

MATRIX is seeking an experienced Nuclear Project Manager II to lead capital modification projects supporting commercial nuclear power operations. This role is responsible for full lifecycle (cradle-to-grave) management of nuclear plant capital projects, including plant modifications, major equipment replacements, system upgrades, and facility enhancements.

The ideal candidate brings demonstrated experience managing $1M+ projects within a nuclear power generation environment and possesses a strong understanding of NRC-regulated plant operations, outage execution, and nuclear quality standards.

This position reports under the Director of Nuclear Projects and supports a multidisciplinary team of 32 professionals dedicated to nuclear capital execution.

Hours: Standard business hours; during outages, expect approximately 60 hours/week (12-hour days, 6–7 days per week)

Duration: One year  

Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota

Hourly pay range: $59-$66

• Responsible for the coordination and completion of projects as assigned and within the parameters of cost, quality, schedule and objectives. 

• Oversee all aspects of projects. 

• Set deadlines, assign responsibilities, and monitor and summarize progress of project. 

• Prepare reports for upper management regarding the status of projects. 

• Provide leadership for project team members and the Project Management process; lead and direct the work of others, with primary duties to customarily and regularly direct the work of two or more other employees, including but not limited to more junior staff in employee’s discipline; make substantive recommendations to MATRIX as to the hiring, firing or discipline of employees. 

• Perform primarily office and non-manual work. 

• Perform work related to the management or general business operations of MATRIX or its customers/clients, while exercising discretion and independent judgment with respect to matters of significance to MATRIX and its customers/clients. 

• Interface with managers or head of a unit/department requiring the integration of multiple functional organizations. 

• Follow and adhere to Project Management Process and Requirements. 

• Maintain “Stop Work” authority as to the project. 

• Use independent discretion to declare Stop Work if any unsafe situation arises that puts personnel, the project or equipment in jeopardy. 

• Educate MATRIX and Client on project goals, operations, and safety. 

• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations and guidelines; promote health and safety awareness consciousness, and implements all MATRIX health and safety procedures. 

• Use “lessons learned” to improve quality of MATRIX’s future projects; make recommendations to MATRIX as to the implementations of future policies and procedures. 

REQUIRED:  

• 5–7 years of project management experience required, with strong preference for candidates with commercial nuclear industry experience. Former U.S. Navy nuclear personnel (submarine or Navy nuclear program) will be considered in lieu of commercial nuclear experience

• Ability to obtain unescorted nuclear access, which includes Federal background investigation, Fitness-for-Duty testing (drug & alcohol), Compliance with NRC Access Authorization requirements

• U.S. Citizenship

PREFERRED:

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction or Engineering degree (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, or Nuclear) from an ABET-accredited program

• PMP certification strongly preferred

• SRO license or plant operations experience

• Finance background or demonstrated financial acumen is beneficial.

• Civil, construction, or infrastructure project experience

• Experience supporting nuclear plant operations, maintenance, capital projects, or large-scale industrial environments.

• Familiarity with PMI/PMBOK (Waterfall/Predictive) methodologies

• Technical and systems experience to include SAP, Oracle Unifier, UKG/Workday, Microsoft Project, and Primavera P6

MATRIX delivers Project Management, Project Controls and Project Oversight services, transforming visions and challenges into actionable plans with dedicated leadership to drive them through completion. With over $1 billion in managed projects and a team of 160+ professionals, MATRIX provides industry-leading expertise from strategy to execution. The company offers comprehensive support across all project phases, ensuring successful outcomes through experienced project management staff committed to excellence and results-driven performance.