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General Information

Name
Area Project Manager
Ref #
12822
Posting Date
Friday, March 6, 2026
Country
United States
Region
Tennessee
City
Oak Ridge (TN)
Business Unit (BU)
CE
Type of Employment
Permanent/Regular
Desired Starting Date
30-03-2026
Work Schedule
Full time
Remote Work
In office
Job
G - PROJECT MANAGEMENT

Description

Description

About Orano

Join our team to help meet current and future challenges to build the clean energy world of tomorrow. By joining the Orano Group, you will be a part of a leading international player in the nuclear industry. Our strengths? Across the entire fuel cycle, we have extensive expertise in cutting-edge technologies, safe, high value-added products and services, and a strong capacity for innovation.

Overview

Step into a career-defining opportunity with Orano USA, a global leader in nuclear innovation, as we launch Project IKE—a cutting-edge uranium enrichment facility in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. As Area Project Manager, you’ll be at the forefront of building one of the most advanced clean energy infrastructures in the country.

This isn't just another Area Project Manager role. You'll work alongside the Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) Project Manager. As the project moves through detailed design, procurement, and construction, your responsibilities will be to manage defined scopes of work within the EPC contract for a multi-billion-dollar facility that will power America's energy independence. You will oversee specific scopes such as process systems or facility buildings—from detailed design through procurement and construction. Reporting to the EPC Project Manager, you will track physical progress, manage contractual obligations, and coordinate with a matrixed organization to deliver its scope safely, on schedule, and within budget. This role is essential to maintaining accountability and performance across diverse technical areas.

Orano plans to hire at least two Area PMs initially, expanding to as many as five as the project progresses.

If you’re ready to lead with purpose, solve big engineering challenges, and leave a legacy in sustainable energy—Project IKE is calling.


Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee a defined scope area within the EPC contract, coordinating with matrixed resources across engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning.
  • Apply Orano project and contract management principles to meet scope goals on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with safety, licensing, permitting, and quality requirements.
  • Coordinate with key stakeholders including the EPC Project Manager, Orano leadership, IKE staff, regulators, and the EPC Contractor.
  • Support consistent design and construction management processes across multiple sites in a Progressive Design‑Build environment.
  • Develop solutions to technical and contractual challenges to maintain EPC progress.
  • Escalate issues and recommend solutions when impacts extend beyond assigned scope.
  • Track schedule, cost, scope, and performance metrics; monitor safety, quality, and risk indicators; and provide clear reporting.
  • Collaborate across internal divisions and provide leadership to maintain scope‑area budget performance.
  • Lead integrated risk analysis, develop mitigation strategies, and manage risks within Orano’s corporate framework.
  • Assess scope needs, identify required resources, and coordinate with resource managers to meet performance targets.
Requirements

All candidates must meet the following minimum requirements to be considered for this opportunity. Candidates who exceed minimum qualifications may be considered for a higher-level position.

  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field (Engineering or CM preferred)
  • PMP or CCM certification
  • 10–15 years of EPC or large‑scale construction experience, ideally on multi‑million‑dollar projects
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Proven leadership and ability to influence in a matrixed environment
  • Experience with EPC contracting, procurement, claims management, and negotiation
  • Budget management and cost‑control experience
  • Knowledge of construction management practices and Progressive Design‑Build
  • Ability to identify and mitigate risks across major construction programs

 

Desired Skills

  • Program or operations experience with a focus on process improvement
  • Experience leading large teams and resolving complex assignments
  • High integrity, strong work ethic, and confident leadership presence
  • Ability to organize and drive outcomes in a matrixed structure
  • Experience with PMIS tools (e.g., BlueBeam)
  • Experience with design/constructability reviews, SOWs, technical specs, and cost estimating
  • Ability to review CPM schedules for multi‑discipline projects
  • Ability to build and maintain long‑term client relationships
  • Security Clearance: Active Q‑Clearance preferred.


This position is currently notional. 

Orano Group

Working on current and future challenges to power and preserve our world, build the one of tomorrow, and improve life for our communities - that’s exciting for you. For us, too. By joining Orano, a leading international player in the nuclear sector, you’re in the right place.


Every day, employees at Orano work to produce efficient and reliable nuclear energy, fight climate change, find solutions that conserve natural resources, and advance progress in healthcare.


Our strengths are throughout the entire nuclear fuel cycle: mastery of cutting-edge technologies, safe and high value-added products and services, specialized expertise, and strong innovation capabilities. These are just some of the qualities that showcase the exceptional skills of our 18,000 employees and their continuous learning, which we support. Diverse in profiles and experience - proof of our openness to all talent - they share the same ambition: to unlock the full value of nuclear energy.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

This position requires a pre-employment background check and drug screening.

Orano is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Orano and all subsidiaries abide by applicable legal requirements. We ensure that all personnel actions such as recruitment, compensation, career development, benefits, and company-sponsored training are administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, protected veteran, or other protected status.

Location Details

Oak Ridge (TN), Tennessee, United States