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Shippingport Power Station

Senior Project Manager

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A Project Manager manages work on projects with a defined scope, start and completion point. Leads project teams, manages project budgets and schedules; manages contractors and communications with stakeholders. May manage projects in construction, information technology or in other industries.

$107,079 / year median in Pennsylvania

-3% projected decline

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Job Description

Shippingport Power Station is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead complex, multi‑million‑dollar capital, engineering, and operational projects to redevelop industrial assets. This visible leadership role owns the full project lifecycle delivery—from scope definition through commissioning—while ensuring safety, quality, cost control, and stakeholder alignment. Join a growing industrial services organization delivering complex capital, infrastructure, and operational improvement projects across energy and industrial sectors. Key Responsibilities Project Leadership — Direct cross‑functional teams (engineering, operations, procurement, safety, contractors) to deliver projects on time and within budget. Industrial Planning — Develop detailed project plans, schedules, risk registers, and resource forecasts for industrial environments. Budget Oversight — Manage budgets typically ranging from $5M-$50M+, including cost tracking, forecasting, and variance analysis. Vendor Management — Oversee contractors, OEMs, and service providers; negotiate contracts and ensure compliance with industrial standards. Safety & Compliance — Enforce OSHA, EPA, and industry‑specific regulations; drive a culture of zero‑incident performance. Technical Coordination — Collaborate with engineering teams on equipment installation, process upgrades, automation, and commissioning. Stakeholder Communication — Provide executive‑level reporting, status updates, and risk mitigation plans. Continuous Improvement — Identify opportunities to optimize processes, reduce downtime, and enhance operational efficiency. Required Qualifications Industrial Experience — 10+ years managing projects in manufacturing, energy, chemicals, heavy equipment, or similar industrial settings. Project Management Certification — PMP, CAPM, or equivalent. Technical Background — Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Industrial Technology, Operations Management, or related field. Risk Management — Demonstrated ability to identify, quantify, and mitigate project risks. Software Proficiency — Expertise with MS Project, Primavera P6, or similar scheduling tools. Leadership Skills — Proven ability to lead diverse teams in high‑stakes industrial environments. Preferred Qualifications Lean Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or higher). Experience with automation , PLC/SCADA systems , or industrial controls . Background in capital project execution , shutdown/turnaround planning , or facility expansion . Familiarity with
ISO , ASME , NFPA
, or other industrial standards. Core Competencies Strategic Thinking — Ability to align project outcomes with business goals. Problem Solving — Skilled at resolving technical and operational challenges. Communication — Clear, concise, and confident with executives and frontline teams. Decision‑Making — Comfortable making high‑impact decisions with incomplete information. Physical & Work Environment Requirements Ability to work in industrial plant environments , including occasional exposure to noise, heat, or confined spaces. This position is based at the Shippingport, PA project site and requires full-time onsite presence. Candidates must be willing to report to the project site daily. Willingness to travel as needed (10-20%)
Pay:
$95,000.00 - $185,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) Health insurance Paid time off
Work Location:
In person