Orano · 1 day ago
Area Project Manager
Oak Ridge, TN
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expOrano is a leading international player in the nuclear industry, dedicated to producing efficient low-carbon energy and contributing to health progress. They are seeking multiple experienced Area Project Managers to oversee specific scopes of work within the EPC contract for the IKE Project in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, ensuring project execution aligns with safety, schedule, and budget requirements.
EnergyNuclearOil and Gas
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Oversee a defined scope area within the EPC contract, coordinating with matrixed resources across engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning
Apply Orano project and contract management principles to meet scope goals on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with safety, licensing, permitting, and quality requirements
Coordinate with key stakeholders including the EPC Project Manager, Orano leadership, IKE staff, regulators, and the EPC Contractor
Support consistent design and construction management processes across multiple sites in a Progressive Design‑Build environment
Develop solutions to technical and contractual challenges to maintain EPC progress
Escalate issues and recommend solutions when impacts extend beyond assigned scope
Track schedule, cost, scope, and performance metrics; monitor safety, quality, and risk indicators; and provide clear reporting
Collaborate across internal divisions and provide leadership to maintain scope‑area budget performance
Lead integrated risk analysis, develop mitigation strategies, and manage risks within Orano’s corporate framework
Assess scope needs, identify required resources, and coordinate with resource managers to meet performance targets
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in a related field (Engineering or CM preferred)
PMP or CCM certification
10–15 years of EPC or large‑scale construction experience, ideally on multi‑million‑dollar projects
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proven leadership and ability to influence in a matrixed environment
Experience with EPC contracting, procurement, claims management, and negotiation
Budget management and cost‑control experience
Knowledge of construction management practices and Progressive Design‑Build
Ability to identify and mitigate risks across major construction programs
U.S. citizen able to pass federal background checks
Valid driver's license
Ability to obtain a Q clearance
Preferred
Program or operations experience with a focus on process improvement
Experience leading large teams and resolving complex assignments
High integrity, strong work ethic, and confident leadership presence
Ability to organize and drive outcomes in a matrixed structure
Experience with PMIS tools (e.g., BlueBeam)
Experience with design/constructability reviews, SOWs, technical specs, and cost estimating
Ability to review CPM schedules for multi‑discipline projects
Ability to build and maintain long‑term client relationships
Active Q‑Clearance preferred
Benefits
Competitive compensation
Health, Dental, and Vision insurance – with generous employer contributions
401(k) with employer matching and contribution amounts
Life insurance and Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance provided by the company
Generous Paid Time Off and holiday schedules
Numerous Training and Development opportunities
And more…
Company
Orano
Orano is a nuclear fuel cycle company.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.94BKey Investors
US Department of EnergyEuropean Investment Bank
2026-01-05Grant· $900M
2025-03-10Debt Financing· $432.72M
2018-02-27Post Ipo Equity· $611.31M
Leadership Team
Arnaud Lesegretain
CEO
Jean Chereau
SVP - Protection of Persons & Corporate Assets
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