Project Manager - Nuclear

Job Description

My client is a rapidly growing advanced energy and engineering technology company developing next-generation nuclear systems. They are seeking a driven and highly organized Project Manager - Nuclear to help lead the execution of our next-generation microreactor development and deployment initiatives!

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Role Overview:

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This role sits at the intersection of engineering, operations, regulatory affairs, and business strategy, supporting the commercialization of advanced nuclear technologies designed to deliver safe, reliable, carbon-free energy to critical industries worldwide.

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What You'll Do

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• Drive end-to-end execution of reactor development and deployment projects, from engineering and design through licensing, testing, manufacturing, and deployment.
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• Build and maintain integrated project plans, schedules, milestones, and risk registers.
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• Coordinate across engineering, regulatory, operations, supply chain, legal, and business development teams to ensure alignment and successful project delivery.
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• Support reactor licensing, product development, testing, and commercialization efforts.
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• Facilitate decision-making, resolve project roadblocks, and proactively manage project risks.
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• Develop executive-level reports and presentations for leadership, investors, strategic partners, and other stakeholders.
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• Collaborate with external vendors, government agencies, and industry partners.
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• Help establish scalable project management processes, tools, and best practices as our client continues to grow.
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What We're Looking For

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• Experience in nuclear energy is required.
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• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, Business, Project Management, or a related field.
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• 5+ years of experience managing complex, cross-functional technical programs or projects.
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• Strong ability to bridge communication between technical and non-technical stakeholders.
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• Experience working in highly regulated, capital-intensive, or technology-driven industries.
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• Demonstrated success managing multiple priorities in dynamic, fast-changing environments.
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• Excellent communication, organization, and stakeholder management skills.
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• Familiarity with regulatory approvals, permitting, government engagement, or licensing processes.
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Based in NYC - 4 days in office, one day remote