Manager, IT Projects

Job Description X-energy LLC conducts a thorough recruiting process and will never issue offers without an interview to discuss qualifications and responsibilities. All applications will be submitted via our career page. We will never ask for payment information. If anyone claiming to represent X-energy directs you otherwise, please contact us. Role Overview The IT Project Manager will provide project management for Digital Engineering IT projects supporting X-energy's engineering, manufacturing, and deployment goals. The role requires deep familiarity with Siemens Teamcenter PLM and other engineering systems to bridge technical requirements with business outcomes. This position is responsible for assigned projects and manages process, scope, definition, planning, monitoring, and controlling, using agile methodology. Responsibilities Collaborate with business leaders and engineering teams to identify, define, prioritize, develop, and deliver IT projects supporting engineering systems including Teamcenter, NX CAD integration, and Product Lifecycle Management. Detail and document project information, including objectives, scope, justification, scheduling, budgeting, communication strategy, risk identification and mitigation, and project activities, including planning, execution, and monitoring. Oversee execution of assigned projects, ensuring resources carry out tasks efficiently while upholding company standards. Plan project management activities, including setting deadlines, prioritizing tasks, and allocating and overseeing resources for various deliverables. Lead projects involving Teamcenter configuration, integration, migration, and enhancement initiatives. Represent assigned projects in planning and status review meetings, document ongoing activities and status, and communicate project status and issue information to the PMO team and stakeholders. Organize and facilitate project planning, status reviews, retrospectives, and other meetings to ensure alignment, risk mitigation, resource optimization, and stakeholder engagement. Interface with procurement teams and vendors, including Siemens and integration partners, on behalf of the assigned projects as required. Continuously evaluate projects to ensure objectives, budgets, and deadlines are met. Manage internal and external project communications, improving transparency, and sharing information. Implement practices and procedures that support continuous improvement. Identify and resolve problems that interfere with team progress. Coordinate with DevOps and infrastructure teams to support engineering system deployments and integrations. Support security and compliance requirements for engineering data management systems. Support software licensing management needs, as necessary. Ensure project visibility and internal coordination of team efforts via Jira and other Atlassian tools. Maintain professional demeanor and behavior at all times in all forms of communication. Perform other duties as assigned by manager. Execute core tasks and responsibilities with minimal supervision in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in any field from an accredited university or college, or 3 years of professional experience with a PMP certification in lieu of a bachelor’s degree. Typically 7 to 10 years of experience in IT project management, with recent experience in project scoping, planning, scheduling, risk management, and cost/benefit estimation. A minimum of 5 years of experience as an IT project manager, with at least two years managing multiple overlapping projects. Expert knowledge of Agile principles, ceremonies, and tools such as Scrum, Scumban, Kanban, Lean. Experience supporting development of project and quality management processes. Experience identifying, collecting, and reporting metrics for measuring progress and quality. Demonstrated experience in IT design and architecture workshops and reviews. Experience in full Software Delivery Lifecycle from inception to delivery. Experience with Microsoft Project and Atlassian suite of tools. Knowledge of CAD systems (NX, CATIA, SolidWorks) and their integration with PLM. Hands‑on experience using Siemens Teamcenter PLM system and working knowledge of its architecture, modules, integrations, and data management workflows. Preferred Qualifications PMP, PMI‑ACP, or similar project management certification. Experience with Common Data Environment (CDE) initiatives or ISO 19650 standards. Familiarity with nuclear industry regulatory requirements and quality standards. Experience managing vendor relationships with Siemens or other major PLM providers. Location & Work Site 530 Gaither Road, Rockville, MD Hybrid & Remote Eligible Travel: Up to 10% as needed for project assignment Hours: Standard office hours are 8:00am‑5:00pm ET, Monday‑Friday Compensation Salary range: $150,000 ‑ $180,000 (as required by Maryland and applicable state law). Compensation may vary by location and individual qualifications. Benefits 401(k) plan with employer match Medical, dental, and vision insurance Life and disability insurance Paid Time Off Tuition reimbursement and professional development policy Equal Employment Opportunity X-energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. 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