Project Manager

Project Manager II – Nuclear Facility Upgrades

Location: Monticello, MN and/or Prairie Island, MN

Contract | Fully Onsite | Per Diem Offered

Pay: $40–$65/hour

U.S. Citizenship Required

We’re seeking an experienced Project Manager II to support long‑term capital upgrade programs at two of a major utility’s nuclear generating stations—Monticello and Prairie Island. This role offers hands‑on leadership of multimillion‑dollar nuclear projects, strong visibility with plant and utility leadership, and the opportunity to contribute directly to plant reliability, safety, and license life‑extension strategies.

This is a fully onsite, long‑term contract with per diem available, ideal for a seasoned project manager who thrives in a structured, safety‑focused nuclear environment.

• Lead capital projects from scoping and planning through execution and closeout, managing scope, schedule, and budget
• Own project delivery for $1M+ capital investments, ensuring alignment with plant priorities and regulatory requirements
• Partner closely with Engineering, Maintenance, Operations, and Supply Chain teams
• Develop cost estimates, manage vendor contracts, and lead weekly project status meetings
• Track project costs, risks, and schedules using SAP, Primavera (P6), and MS Project
• Support capital authorization packages and internal approval processes
• Perform plant walkdowns and field observations, ensuring work is executed safely and as designed
• Provide timely communication and reporting to plant leadership and stakeholders

• 5–7 years of end‑to‑end project management experience
• Proven experience managing capital projects valued at $1M or greater
• Strong working knowledge of SAP, Primavera P6, and MS Project
• Prior experience in nuclear or highly regulated industrial environments strongly preferred
• Mechanical or Electrical Engineering background preferred
• Ability to work fully onsite and support outage schedules as needed

• PMP certification
• Degree from an ABET‑accredited program
• Finance, cost control, or budgeting experience
• SRO certification or license

• Join a collaborative team of approximately 32 professionals
• Combination of desk‑based project work and onsite field/plant observation
• Standard weekday hours for most of the year
• 60+ hours per week during outage periods, with corresponding compensation
• Safety‑driven, procedure‑based nuclear operating environment

• Long‑term contract supporting critical nuclear infrastructure upgrades
• High project ownership and direct visibility with utility and plant leadership
• Opportunity to contribute to plant longevity, reliability, and regulatory compliance
• Per diem offered for qualified candidates supporting onsite work
• Stable, well‑funded capital program at a major U.S. utility

This is a W2 contract position with access to health benefits and vacation & holiday pay.

This is a Contract position based out of Monticello, MN.

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $65.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Monticello,MN.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 23, 2026.

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