Mechanical Engineering Consultant 2 - Nuclear

Sargent & Lundy, L.L.C.•Cedar Rapids, IA

64d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position will require onsite support in/around the Cedar Rapids Area supporting project needs with a hybrid work arrangement. You'll spend three days a week in the office, giving you the flexibility to work remotely for two days. This position will offer you the opportunity to manage project(s) consisting of engineers, designers, controls and scheduling professionals involved in the design, modification, and analysis of new and existing nuclear power plant modifications. The position will involve coordinating with multiple internal and external departments to manage the life cycle of project execution. Responsible for project execution, coordination of resources from each discipline as required Take ownership for all aspects of project performance including safety, schedule, budget, reporting and client experience through entire project lifecycle Manage and direct the project team to ensure accountability. Mentor and coach team members Develop and maintain a positive working relationship with client task engineers and stakeholders Lead efforts to ensure projects are completed safely, satisfactorily, on time, and within budget Support the reporting of key performance indicators for schedule, budget and other dashboard items Identify and control construction risk Recognize, identify, track and control change Communicate and consult with appropriate stakeholders and supervisors Prepare reports and studies that present technical information in a clear and concise manner and meet client requirements and Sargent & Lundy formats Analyze issues and provide solutions to improve results

Requirements

BS from an ABET-accredited engineering program is preferred
Proven experience managing multi-disciplinary teams
10+ years of experience in a technical field (engineering, construction, planning, etc.)
5+ years of experience with serving as a firm/client liaison in a support or lead role
Ability to multitask and manage multiple competing priorities is critical to success
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work in a collaborative team setting
Schedule development and management
Budget management

Nice To Haves

Construction management or a management/business degree
Engineering design experience a plus
PMP Certification is a plus.
MBA is a plus
Experience writing proposals is a plus

Responsibilities

Responsible for project execution, coordination of resources from each discipline as required
Take ownership for all aspects of project performance including safety, schedule, budget, reporting and client experience through entire project lifecycle
Manage and direct the project team to ensure accountability.
Mentor and coach team members
Develop and maintain a positive working relationship with client task engineers and stakeholders
Lead efforts to ensure projects are completed safely, satisfactorily, on time, and within budget
Support the reporting of key performance indicators for schedule, budget and other dashboard items
Identify and control construction risk
Recognize, identify, track and control change
Communicate and consult with appropriate stakeholders and supervisors
Prepare reports and studies that present technical information in a clear and concise manner and meet client requirements and Sargent & Lundy formats
Analyze issues and provide solutions to improve results