Principal Technical Project Manager

Commonwealth Fusion Systems•Devens, MA

15d•$175,000 - $240,000•Onsite

About The Position

Commonwealth Fusion Systems is on a mission to deliver the urgent transition to fusion energy. Combining decades of research, top talent, and new technologies, weâre designing and building commercially viable fusion power plants. And working with policymakers and suppliers to build the energy industry of the future. Weâre in the best position to make it happen. Since 2018, weâve raised nearly $3 billion in capital, making us the largest and leading private fusion company in the world. Now weâre looking for more thinkers, doers, builders, and makers to join us. People whoâll bring new perspectives, solve tough problems, and thrive as part of a team. If thatâs you and this role fits, we want to hear from you. Join the power movement as a Principal Technical Project Manager This TPM will drive one or more projects in our advanced research and development division. This specialized role requires the application of proven project management best practices in the performance of projects that develop, test and deliver of complex, first of a kind, systems.

Requirements

Bachelorâs or Master's degree in Science, Engineering, or a related field
20+ years of experience, with a minimum of 10 years, of managing teams in the development, delivery and/or sustainment of first of their kind products
Strong communication skills as applied to leading teams - setting requirements and expectations, establishing strategy
Proven project management experience including requirements definition, scope management, planning, scheduling, risk management, budget management, stakeholder management and communications management
Experience acting as the primary technical liaison with the executive team, internal engineering teams, and external suppliers
Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills and the ability to mobilize multi-disciplinary teams to address complex issues
Proven ability to drive a team to deliver on their commitments while functioning as a collaborative team member and a servant leader
Proficient in driving decision-making and execution with available resources
Capable of leading strategic ideation and transitioning seamlessly to drive flawless operational execution
Possesses excellent communication skills, adapting to various levels of technical proficiency to ensure comprehensive understanding among all stakeholders
Experienced in resource management, tracking and planning in a matrixed organization
Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs
Perform extended activities such as stooping, climbing, typing, standing, sitting, etc.
Willingness to travel or work required nights/weekends/on-call regularly
Work in a facility that contains industrial hazards including heat, cold, noise, fumes, strong magnets, lead (Pb), high voltage, high current, pressure systems, and cryogenics

Nice To Haves

Experience managing projects with Jira
Experience with risk management
Experience with strategy development
Proven experience managing projects to budget and working with multi-functional teams
Expertise in managing teams leveraging Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence)
Familiarity with navigating phase-gated engineering lifecycles
Familiarity with cryogenics, high vacuum and/or power distribution

Responsibilities

Lead a cross-functional team (matrix) composed of engineers, designers, analysts, procurement specialists, and other stakeholders in the rapid development, evaluation and delivery of project results
Deeply understand company objectives to influence and direct project team decisions to deliver solutions commensurate with those company objectives
Act as the primary technical liaison with the executive team, internal engineering teams, and external project management
Develop comprehensive project plans, outlining and managing project scope, goals, deliverables, resources, and timeline to meet strategic targets
Support resolution of schedule conflicts
Foster a collaborative and high-performance team culture to drive project execution and achieve collective goals
Monitor project timelines rigorously, identifying potential delays, devising, and implementing mitigation strategies to maintain project schedule