Senior EPC Project Manager / EPC Project Manager-Kiewit Nuclear Solutions

Position Overview

The Senior EPC Project Manager / EPC Project Manager is responsible for the successful execution of assigned EPC projects, ranging from large, complex projects to multiple concurrent assignments. This role ensures delivery of project objectives related to scope, schedule, cost, safety, and quality, while maintaining strong client relationships and driving overall project performance.

This position provides leadership to integrated EPC teams and supports the development of project personnel.

District Overview

Kiewit Nuclear Solutions is a full-service engineering, project management, and construction provider operating across North America. Our experience and expertise span all aspects of the nuclear-related market from carbon free, small modular reactors to Dept of Energy science, environmental and nuclear security mission capabilities. With these broad capabilities, we operate in the power utility, renewable energy, industrial, and infrastructure markets. As part of Kiewit, we are integrated with 135 years of construction and engineering excellence that provides wholistic solutions, differentiating our team from the rest of the industry.

Our rapidly growing nuclear solutions business has opened new locations across North America to strengthen our market presence while executing work within the communities we live within and support. We are committed to build upon our history as one of the safest companies to work for by equipping our craft and staff with the best technology, processes, equipment, tools and safety programs available.

We are an innovative team that prides itself on excellence through continuous improvement and an unwavering commitment to deliver for our clients. Our staff collaborates with Kiewit’s vast internal network of resources that span heavy civil and infrastructure, vertical and commercial buildings, industrial, as well our oil and gas and power generation markets, to drive safe and cost-effective solutions that achieve client expectations and further Kiewit’s core values of People, Integrity, Excellence, and Stewardship.

On our team, you’ll have the opportunity to see, design and construct more than you ever imagined. Working hard will not only bring you satisfaction from a job well done, but it will help propel your career forward faster than you might expect. Kiewit’s culture encourages training, developing your skills, and tailoring your experience and knowledge to allow you to take on projects that impact millions across North America. With top-notch health benefits, a wealth-building 401k plan, and unbeatable growth opportunities, joining Kiewit can bring a lifetime of personal success and satisfaction.

Location

This position can be located in Aiken, SC, Oak RIdge, TN, Lenexa, KS, or Idaho Falls, ID.Other locations may be considered. 

One of the many things that makes Kiewit’s culture unique is that we go where the work is, which exposes your career to abundant opportunities. We relocate our teams based on the work that is available, combined with the development plans, skill sets and career goals of each team member. This means your Kiewit adventure is custom designed to meet our shared needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership and accountability for EPC project execution.
• Develop, approve, and implement comprehensive project execution plans, including scope, schedule, and budget.
• Lead integrated teams across engineering, procurement, construction, and project controls.
• Serve as the primary project-level interface with clients and key stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with contractual requirements and manage commercial performance.
• Identify, assess, and manage risks, issues, and scope changes within delegated authority.
• Oversee joint venture partners, ensuring alignment and effective collaboration.
• Ensure adherence to safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
• Lead workforce planning and align resources to project needs.
• Mentor and develop project team members and emerging leaders.

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Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or related field.
• Minimum 7 years of relevant experience for Project Manager; 15+ years for Senior Project Manager.
• Proven experience managing complex EPC or design-build projects.
• Strong leadership, negotiation, and decision-making capabilities.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and analytical skills.
• Ability to relocate and work at project sites for extended periods of time as required.