Contractor - Senior Project Coordinator (Nuclear Projects)

NOTE: This is a 40 hour/week contract (Staff Augmentation) position expected to last through the end of 2026. Work will be based out of our Houston, TX office, and priority consideration will be given to candidates in the Houston area who have the ability to come into the office on a weekly basis (does not need to be every day). Alternatively, remote work is acceptable with a commitment of traveling to the Houston office 1 week/month. NuScale's Houston office is currently located in the Galleria Tower 1.

POSITION SUMMARY: This position reports to the Director of SMR Product Development and directly supports one or more Project Managers in day-to-day coordination of project management activities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Facilitates the preparation and implementation of work plans for discrete scopes of work.

- Coordinates and expedites cross-functional scopes as assigned.

- Develops and maintains various project logs (decisions, issues, risks)

- Coordinates and tracks interfaces with other projects.

- Monitors work in progress and prepares periodic (nominally weekly) reports on the status of each assignment.

- Develops and maintains relevant and timely information on project websites.

- Performs other duties as assigned.

CORE COMPETENCIES: To perform the job successfully, the individual should demonstrate competencies in performing the essential functions of this position by performing satisfactorily in each of these competencies.

- Problem solving: Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner, gathers and reviews information appropriately. Uses own judgment and acts independently; seeks input from other team members as appropriate for complex or sensitive situations.

- Oral/written communication: Listens carefully and speaks clearly and professionally in all situations. Edits work for accuracy and clarity, Is able to create, read and interpret complex written information. Ability to develop strong interpersonal networks within the organization.

- Planning/organizing: Prioritizes and plans work activities, organizes personal and project timelines and deadlines, tracks project timelines and deadlines, and uses time efficiently.

- Adaptability: Adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands and is able to deal with frequent interruptions, changes, delays, or unexpected events.

- Dependability: Consistently on time and at work, responds to management expectations and solicits feedback to improve performance.

- Team Building: Capable of developing strong interpersonal networks and trust within the organization.

- Safety Culture: Adheres to the corporate safety culture and is expected to model safe behavior and influence peers to meet high standards.

- Quality Assurance: Commits to the understanding and implementation of quality assurance regulations, standards and guidelines of 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, 10 CFR 21, and NQA-1.

MINIMUM SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS AND ABILITIES:

- Education: A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in in a technical or business-related discipline.

- Experience: Minimum of 10 + years of full-time experience working with large projects as part of a project management organization, in the energy industry, is required. Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM®) or equivalent professional certification is preferred. Understanding of engineering, manufacturing, construction and/or IT projects and terminology based on past project work preferred. Strong technical writing and presentation skills. Good communication, computer, presentation and interpersonal skills are required.

- Industry Requirements: Eligible to work under Department of Energy 10 CFR Part 810.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

- Ability to understand and communicate clearly using a phone, personal interaction, and computers.

- Ability to learn new job functions and comprehend and understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately in a rapidly evolving environment.

- The employee frequently is required; to sit and stand; walk; bend, use hands to operate office equipment; and reach with hands and arms.

- Ability to travel nationally and locally using common forms of transportation.

Disclaimer: Employee(s) must perform the essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation efficiently and accurately without causing significant safety threat to self or others. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employee(s) assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required of all employees in this classification.