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Nuclear Siting Project Manager

Protingent

Bellevue, WA(remote)

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$117,922–$176,833 Per Year
SKILLS
Acquisition Regulations, Aerospace and Defense, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Budgeting, Clean Technologies, Code of Federal Regulations, Communication Skills, Construction, Cross-Functional, Customer Support/Service, Decision Support, Documentation, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Regulations, Environmental Sciences, Geology, Government, Hydrology, Information Technology & Information Systems, Leadership, Legal, Licensing, Medical Equipment, Organizational Skills, Project Development, Project Management Certification, Project Management Professional (PMP), Project/Program Coordination, Project/Program Management, Regulations, Risk, Safety/Work Safety, Schedule Development, Seismology, Technical Leadership, United States Citizen, United States Department of Energy (DOE), Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Bellevue, WA
POSTED
6 days ago
Position Title: Nuclear Siting Project Manager

Position Description: Protingent Staffing has an exciting FTE Nuclear Siting Project Manager opportunity.

Job Responsibilities:
  • Program Coordination:
    • Lead the integrated siting program for Reactor projects, ensuring coordination across relevant Company Departments and schedule, budget, and deliverable alignment across all functional areas (technical, environmental, regulatory, and stakeholder engagement).
  • Site Characterization:
    • Oversee scope and schedule development for project site characterization (e.g. geology, hydrology, and seismology).
  • Cross-Functional Integration:
    • Coordinate input from internal subject matter experts and external consultants (e.g., environmental, geotechnical, regulatory, and land acquisition specialists).
  • Regulatory Alignment:
    • Support Company’s Regulatory Affairs and Licensing Department, as appropriate, for preparation of documentation for NRC early site permits or other federal and state siting approvals; ensure siting activities comply with applicable nuclear and environmental regulations.
  • Stakeholder Coordination:
    • Collaborate closely with government entities, utilities, local and community stakeholders to facilitate transparent communication and long-term partnerships.
  • Risk & Decision Support:
    • Develop and maintain risk registers, decision matrices, and tracking tools to support executive-level site selection decisions.
  • Reporting & Documentation:
    • Prepare regular program reports, briefings, and presentations for leadership, partners, and regulatory bodies.

Job Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Project Management, or a related field
  • Minimum 8+ years of relevant experience in nuclear projects (new construction or plant operations), energy infrastructure, or large-scale industrial siting and permitting projects.
  • Proven project management experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams.
  • Familiarity with NRC siting criteria (10 CFR Part 100), NEPA, and state-level environmental permitting.
  • Excellent organizational, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • In-depth understanding of nuclear safety regulations and/or environmental standards (e.g., NRC, NEPA).

Preferred Job Qualifications:
  • Master’s degree in a technical or management discipline.
  • PMP or similar project management certification.
  • Experience with advanced reactor technologies or DOE/NRC programs.
  • Prior experience working with utilities or public-private energy partnerships.
  • Travel Required: 0-10%.

Job Details:
  • Job Type: Direct Hire
  • Salary Range: $117,922 - $176,833.
  • Location: Remote or Bellevue, WA
  • Export control regulations require candidates to be a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Legal Permanent Resident, or of a protected person status
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About Protingent: Protingent is an Award-Winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation — from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We’re passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.

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