Senior Project Engineering Manager

Senior Project Engineering Manager — Nuclear Infrastructure Company Overview

Our client is a heavyweight in the North American construction and infrastructure landscape, renowned for delivering critical large-scale projects. They are a “safety-first” organization that combines the stability of a major industry player with a forward-thinking approach to sustainable power and community development. ⚛️🏗️

Based in Charlotte, this role requires a seasoned leader to bridge the gap between technical engineering and high-level project management. You will serve as a strategic lead for nuclear plant design initiatives, supervising engineering staff and ensuring that all deliverables meet strict quality, budget, and schedule requirements.

• Uncompromising Safety: Join an organization where safety isn't just a policy—it’s the absolute prerequisite for every action taken.
• Professional Advancement: Gain access to a top-tier internal leadership academy and continuous training programs designed to fast-track your career.
• Values-Driven Culture: Work within a supportive environment that champions diversity, integrity, and the wellbeing of its employees and their families.

• Strategic Team Oversight: Direct and mentor engineering teams, ensuring full compliance with internal standards, project protocols, and regulatory requirements.
• Project Execution: Own the lifecycle of engineering tasks, balancing rigorous schedules and budgets while maintaining quality control.
• Technical Authority: Identify technical roadblocks early, analyzing potential risks to implement effective solutions before they impact the project critical path.
• Client Interfacing: Act as a primary technical liaison, presenting status updates and progress reports to clients and senior leadership.
• Resource Coordination: Collaborate across functional groups to ensure the right capabilities are leveraged for project success.

• Senior Leadership Profile: Proven history of leading engineering teams within the nuclear power or heavy industrial sector; we are looking for Senior Engineering Manager caliber talent.
• Technical Expertise: Deep experience in nuclear plant design, engineering management, and regulatory compliance.
• Credentials: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering plus a Professional Engineering (PE) License is required (must be eligible for reciprocity if out-of-state).
• Project Acumen: Expert ability to manage projects of significant complexity with a solid grasp of performance metrics (SPI/PI).
• Field Readiness: Comfortable conducting site walk-downs and engaging directly with field operations.

• Seniority level: Director
• Employment type: Full-time
• Compensation: Starting at $220k+ (Commensurate with seniority).
• Benefits: Comprehensive health and wellness support, merit-based incentives, and a focus on work-life balance.