
Electrical Engineering Project Manager / Program Manager 1 - Nuclear
Palm Beach Gardens, FL · HybridFull-time$118–180K/yrSeen 1w agoSeen in employer's feed today
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Job overview
The Electrical Engineering Project Manager / Program Manager will manage projects involving multidisciplinary teams working on the design, modification, and analysis of nuclear power plant modifications. The role coordinates project execution across internal and external departments and oversees performance throughout the project lifecycle. It follows a hybrid schedule with in-office work three days per week and is part of Sargent & Lundy’s Nuclear Power Group.
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Responsibilities
This position will offer you the opportunity to manage project(s) consisting of engineers, designers, controls and scheduling professionals involved in the design, modification, and analysis of new and existing nuclear power plant modifications. The position will involve coordinating with multiple internal and external departments to manage the life cycle of project execution.
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Responsible for project execution, coordination of resources from each discipline as required.
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Take ownership for all aspects of project performance including safety, schedule, budget, reporting and client experience through entire project lifecycle.
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Manage and direct the project team to ensure accountability. Mentor and coach team members.
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Develop and maintain a positive working relationship with client task engineers and stakeholders.
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Lead efforts to ensure projects are completed safely, satisfactorily, on time, and within budget.
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Support the reporting of key performance indicators for schedule, budget and other dashboard items.
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Identify and control construction risk.
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Recognize, identify, track and control change.
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Communicate and consult with appropriate stakeholders and supervisors.
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Prepare reports and studies that present technical information in a clear and concise manner and meet client requirements and Sargent & Lundy formats.
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Analyze issues and provide solutions to improve results.
This position is based on a hybrid work schedule and will require in-office work 3 days per week.
Qualifications
We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.
Essential skills and experience:
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BS from an ABET-accredited engineering program
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Proven experience managing multi-disciplinary teams
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10 or more years of experience in a technical field (engineering, construction, planning, etc.)
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Experience with serving as a firm/client liaison in a support or lead role
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Ability to multitask and manage multiple competing priorities is critical to success
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Strong written and verbal communication skills
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Ability to work in a collaborative team setting
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Schedule development and management
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Budget management
Valued but not required skills and experience:
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Construction management or a management/business degree
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Engineering design experience a plus
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PMP Certification is a plus.
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MBA is a plus
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Experience writing proposals is a plus
Technology & Innovation
Sargent & Lundy values the appropriate use of technology to improve how work gets done and deliver high-quality outcomes for our clients. Depending on the role, employees may use data, automation, artificial intelligence, and other digital tools to support research, analysis, engineering and design activities, workflow improvement, or other aspects of their work. We value candidates who demonstrate an interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies where relevant to their role. Employees remain accountable for their work and are expected to apply appropriate professional judgment and review when using technology-assisted tools. Experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued where relevant but is not required unless specifically identified elsewhere in the job description.
About Sargent & Lundy
At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.
Health & Wellness Financial Benefits Work-Life Balance
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Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
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Life & Accident Insurance
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Disability Coverage
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Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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Back-Up Daycare
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FSA & HSA
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401(k)
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Pre-Tax Commuter Account
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Merit Scholarship Program
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Employee Discount Program
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Corporate Charitable Giving Program
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Tuition Assistance
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First Professional Licensure Bonus
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Employee Referral Bonus
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Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
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Paid Vacation
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Paid Holidays
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Paid Parental Leave
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Paid Bereavement Leave
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Flexible Work Arrangements
Compensation Range
$118,023 - $180,313
Transparency Statement
Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well-being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.
About This Business Unit
Join Sargent & Lundy's Nuclear Power Group and be part of a team driving the future of clean, carbon-free energy. Since 1954, we’ve been a trusted leader in nuclear engineering, design, and licensing, with expertise spanning small modular reactors (SMRs), advanced reactor technology (ART), and first-of-a-kind commercial reactor restart projects. Our work supports life extensions and digital modernization of existing nuclear plants, coal-to-nuclear conversion initiatives with the Department of State, and international nuclear new-build projects. With a commitment to safety, innovation, and sustainability, we provide cutting-edge solutions that power communities worldwide while reducing emissions. Shape the future of global energy with us!
Equal Opportunity
Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.
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CityPalm Beach Gardens
StateFL
CountryUnited States
Area of InterestElectrical Engineering
TypeFull Time - Regular
Job ID2026-28415
Business GroupNuclear Power Group
DepartmentElectrical Engineering
How this job compares
Set against the 11,454 open Program Manager jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 7, 2026.
- Pay
- This posting$118–180K/yr
- Florida median$120–219K/yr208 salary ranges
- US median$121–202K/yr9,040 salary ranges
This range's midpoint, $149K, is 12% below the Florida median midpoint ($170K) — in the middle half of Program Manager salary ranges in Florida.
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 314 open Program Manager jobs in Florida and 11,454 across the US. 4% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Experience
- This posting asks for at least 10 years of experience — more than three in four Program Manager postings that state a minimum ask for (median 7 years, across 9,767 postings).
- Education
- This posting asks for a bachelor's degree; 4,603 of the 11,454 open Program Manager jobs (40%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 7, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.
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