Senior Project Manager - Engineering

As a Senior Project Manager at Veolia Nuclear Solutions Federal Services, your responsibilities will include managing multiple engineering projects simultaneously, developing capture proposals, recruiting and managing engineering staff, and leading multidisciplinary design teams. You will also be tasked with reviewing customer design criteria, managing budgets and schedules, and mentoring junior engineers and project managers.

To be considered for the Senior Project Manager role at Veolia Nuclear Solutions Federal Services, candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and over 20 years of experience in engineering and project management, including 10 years within nuclear facilities or designs. Familiarity with Department of Energy standards and experience with relevant project management principles such as EVMS, scheduling, and budgeting are also vital.

Yes, previous experience with nuclear facility projects and designs is essential for the Senior Project Manager position at Veolia Nuclear Solutions Federal Services. Candidates should ideally have experience working with sites such as Hanford or Los Alamos National Laboratory and hold a thorough understanding of Project Management Principles specific to the nuclear industry.

Key skills for a Senior Project Manager at Veolia Nuclear Solutions include excellent written and oral communication abilities, strong organizational skills, proficiency with project management software (including Microsoft Projects and Primavera), and the ability to establish and maintain strong relationships with clients. Additionally, time management skills and the capacity to work both independently and in team settings are vital for success.

Veolia Nuclear Solutions Federal Services offers avenues for professional growth for Senior Project Managers through mentoring programs, opportunities to lead multidisciplinary teams, and involvement in project strategy and execution. Engaging with industry experts and maintaining a flexible work environment fosters continuous learning and development.

When answering this question, provide specific examples of the projects you've managed, including the size, scope, and challenges faced. Highlight your project management techniques, including how you scheduled tasks, allocated resources, and ensured deadlines were met.

Demonstrate your strategy for recruiting top talent, discussing how you evaluate candidates' skills and fit for the team. Also, mention your approach to fostering a collaborative team environment and how you encourage your team members' professional growth.

Outline specific methodologies you employ, such as Earned Value Management (EVM) or Agile practices, for budget control and schedule tracking. Share examples of how you’ve adjusted project plans in response to changing circumstances while remaining within budget and on schedule.

Explain your process for setting clear expectations and how you communicate project objectives to your team. Discuss how you hold regular check-ins and utilise project management software to keep everyone informed and engaged.

Share a specific challenge you faced in a project, detailing your problem-solving approach and the outcomes. Illustrate your resilience and strategic thinking throughout the process to show your ability to navigate difficulties.

Discuss the project management methodologies you're comfortable with, such as Agile, Lean, or Waterfall, and explain how you've applied them in past projects. Illustrate your understanding of when to use each methodology effectively.

Highlight your approach to maintaining open lines of communication with clients. Describe how you keep them informed of project progress, any changes, and how you manage expectations, ensuring client satisfaction.

Discuss the importance of mentorship in developing junior team members and how you've implemented mentorship within your teams. Emphasize your belief that mentorship fosters a more competent, engaged, and motivated workforce.

Provide a scenario where a change impacted your project significantly, detailing how you assessed the situation, adjusted plans, and communicated these changes to stakeholders. Show your flexibility and proactive approach in managing changes.

Explain your process for identifying potential risks at the outset of a project and how you create mitigation strategies. Mention specific tools or techniques you use to monitor risks throughout the project lifecycle.