Execution Project Manager

X-energy•Rockville, MD

20h•$162,500 - $185,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Execution Project Manager is responsible for the end-to-end execution of assigned equipment packages, ensuring delivery in alignment with project schedule, budget, and technical requirements. This role applies strong technical, commercial, and leadership capabilities to drive a package from design through final delivery while maintaining strict adherence to Safety, Health, Environmental, Quality, and Security (SHEQS) standards and all project execution requirements. The role works closely with Procurement, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Quality teams to ensure that all obligations and deliverables are completed as required across design, fabrication, regulatory compliance, installation, and commissioning. The role requires proactive identification of risks, opportunities, and execution gaps, developing mitigation and capture plans in coordination with Engineering Managers, Supply Chain Managers, Quality Managers, and the Project Director. This position also provides reporting on package status, risks, cost exposure, and schedule outlook for the Project Management Team and, when required, Corporate Management.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Project Management, or a related technical field
Typically demonstrated by 10 plus yrs of relevent experience
Experience managing technical, equipment‑related, or manufacturing/fabrication projects
Strong understanding of equipment design, fabrication, quality assurance, and regulatory requirements
Experience working with Procurement, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Quality teams
Demonstrated ability to manage schedules, budgets, risks, and complex technical interfaces
Proficiency with project management tools, reporting systems, and documentation practices
Strong communication skills with ability to provide executive‑level reporting
Ability to lead cross‑functional teams and manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment

Responsibilities

Coordinate all stakeholders to ensure assigned equipment packages are designed, fabricated, and delivered on schedule and within budget while meeting all quality, regulatory, code, commercial, and execution requirements.
Manage package complexity, criticality, and value as assigned, adjusting execution strategies as project conditions evolve.
Ensure Configuration Management requirements are applied and that all changes follow established change management processes.
Apply design-for-manufacturing principles for First-of-a-Kind (FOAK) components.
Align with manufacturing, transportation, installation, and commissioning teams to confirm all end-user requirements are established prior to award.
Ensure all quality requirements are documented and executed at each project stage leading up to handover.
Track bid basis cost and schedule performance, identifying deviations and implementing mitigation plans.
Provide accurate, periodic status updates and forward-looking assessments to the Project Management Team and Project Director.
Maintain complete and accurate records of package costs, commitments, changes, and forecasts.
Collaborate with Project Controls to validate cost trends, schedule impacts, and forecast accuracy.
Work with project schedulers to analyze required on-site dates and support installation planning.
Identify and communicate risks and opportunities throughout package execution.
Enforce the Management of Change process, including administration of Project Change Notices and contractual variations.
Maintain contingency plans and contribute to project lessons learned.
Interface with internal and external stakeholders including Suppliers, Engineering, Procurement, Supply Chain, QHSES, Construction, Installation, Commissioning, EPC Contractors, and Client representatives.
Lead and participate in key project meetings such as kickoff sessions, progress reviews, and pre-inspection meetings.
Arrange and participate in supplier and client status meetings, ensuring timely issue resolution.
Manage formal correspondence with suppliers, clients, and other parties.
Review and validate key documents including Vendor Contracts, Technical and Commercial Bid Evaluations, Purchase Orders, and supplier documentation.
Oversee documentation flow and prioritize deliverables to support schedule and cost objectives.
Work closely with end users to ensure expectations, technical requirements, and operational needs are met.