What are the responsibilities and job description for the HDI-Palisades- Nuclear Project Control Center Lead position at Waymaker Resource Group, LLC?
About Waymaker Resource Group
Since 2014, Waymaker Resource Group, a small-disadvantaged and minority owned business, and its global network of suppliers, vendors, and service providers have been supporting global energy, manufacturing, and federal projects in the areas of project management, equipment reliability, construction projects, program compliance improvement, and staff augmentation.
Waymaker Resource Group is a client's ‘single gateway’ for large scale maintenance, construction and operational improvement projects. With a focus on long-term operational reliability and technology-led project delivery, Waymaker Resource Group has successfully provided both materials and equipment as well as critical staffing to multiple US federal, commercial and international clientele.
Waymaker Resource Group is unlike any other project management or consulting firm you've worked with. Our focus on establishing a vast network of resources to aid our clients has allowed us to maintain the integrity and vision of every project we partner on.
About the role
- The Nuclear Project Control Center Lead is responsible for monitoring, coordinating, and managing operations within the control center for nuclear projects at Palisades Nuclear Power Plant, which was previously decommissioned and is set to restart. This includes overseeing the scheduling, budgeting, and performance tracking of nuclear-related activities, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards, and providing critical support to project teams to achieve operational excellence.
This is an on-site, full-time, contracted position in Covert, MI at Palisades Nuclear Plant in support of their restart effort.
What you'll do
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Project Monitoring and Control
- Coordinate the implementation and execution of nuclear project schedules.
- Monitor project progress, identify deviations, and propose corrective actions.
- Maintain up-to-date project status reports and dashboards.
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Risk and Safety Management
- Ensure all activities comply with nuclear safety standards and regulatory requirements.
- Identify potential project risks and develop mitigation strategies.
- Collaborate with safety teams to enforce safety protocols during all project phases.
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Budget and Cost Management
- Track project expenditures and ensure they remain within the approved budget.
- Prepare financial performance reports and assist in budget forecasting.
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Communication and Coordination
- Act as the central point of contact for project teams, contractors, and stakeholders.
- Facilitate effective communication between departments to resolve issues quickly.
- Coordinate crisis management procedures during emergency situations.
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Documentation and Reporting
- Maintain accurate and organized records of project activities, decisions, and communications.
- Generate regular progress reports for internal and external stakeholders.
Technology and Tools Management
- Operate and CMMS control center software systems and tools.
- Troubleshoot technical issues related to project management systems
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Nuclear Engineering, Project Management, or related field.
- 10 years of experience in project control center/outage control center, nuclear project management/leadership, preferably in the nuclear industry.
- Familiarity with nuclear regulatory requirements and safety protocols.
- Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project).
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and organizational abilities.
- Ability to work under pressure and respond to emergencies efficiently.
- Must be able to be able to gain unescorted badge access to nuclear power plant facility, which adheres to strict Computer Based Testing, Fitness-For-Duty, Background Check, Drug/Alcohol Testing
Preferred Qualifications
- Certification in Project Management (e.g., PMP, CAPM).
- Experience in a control center or high-pressure operational environment.
- Understanding of nuclear power plant operations and systems.
Work Environment
- This role requires working in a high-security environment, adhering to strict safety protocols.
- May involve shift work, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Must be able to respond to emergencies as needed.