Project Manager – Nuclear/Radiation Detection Systems - Richland, WA (Remote/Hybrid)

The Opportunity:

Tetra Tech is adding an experienced Project Manager to join our growing organization in Richland, Washington. This role is responsible for managing the domestic and international deployment of nuclear radiation detection systems.  This will include managing engineering design and construction teams while driving project delivery and business growth for government and commercial clients.

The Project Manager will provide leadership for nuclear nonproliferation and new nuclear power projects, overseeing engineering, construction, and field deployment activities while ensuring regulatory compliance, quality execution, and alignment with strategic growth initiatives. This role also supports expansion into new technical service areas including security and monitoring systems, renewable energy installations, environmental remediation, and construction management.

Why Tetra Tech:

At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world’s most complex challenges.  Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world.  For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability.  Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development.  Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.

Your Impact:

Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference.  Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

Essential Job Functions:

Project Delivery & Performance Management

• Manage projects to achieve scope, schedule, budget, and quality objectives
• Monitor project performance and ensure compliance with corporate standards, client requirements, internal procedures, legislation, and industry best practices
• Perform integrated change control for scope, schedule, and cost changes
• Capture project and program lessons learned and support continuous improvement initiatives

Engineering, Construction & Technical Oversight

• Lead and manage design, construction, installation, and system acceptance testing activities
• Conduct and oversee engineering site surveys, including international travel
• Support development of design requirements documents
• Review design development packages (preliminary, final, and changes)
• Provide documentation to support system transfer of custody to end users

Cost, Schedule & Estimating

• Develop and support cost estimates and schedules for proposal submissions
• Perform and review construction estimates and cost analyses
• Review and validate subcontractor cost estimates
• Develop, update, and manage project and construction schedules using Microsoft Project or Primavera, ensuring alignment with milestones and critical paths

Subcontracting & Commercial Support

• Prepare statements of work for domestic and international subcontractors and services
• Support and lead tax exemption processes

Risk, Stakeholder & Communications Management

• Identify in-country resources, risks, and mitigation strategies
• Develop and implement risk management plans throughout the project lifecycle
• Identify stakeholders and manage engagement and expectations
• Plan and manage project communications, including status reporting and stakeholder updates

Quality, Safety & Knowledge Management

• Ensure consistent application of quality, safety, and technical standards, including reporting health and safety incidents and concerns
• Implement and monitor Quality and Safety programs
• Participate in Lessons Learned and Technical Exchange Working Groups
• Conduct activities in line with internal procedures, legislation, and industry standards.
• Pursue continuous professional development and maintain a high degree of discipline knowledge and awareness.
• Additional duties as required.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field
• 10–15 years of project management experience with emphasis on engineering and construction
• PMP certification (current preferred; required within one year of hire)
• Experience working with international teams
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Project, and PowerPoint
• Experience developing technical and cost proposals
• Ability and willingness to travel 10–25%, domestically and internationally
• Must possess a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record without restrictions.

Preferred Experience:

• Commercial nuclear, nuclear nonproliferation, DOE, NNSA, or DoD engineering experience
• Experience managing security, monitoring, or complex infrastructure systems

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit, stand, and work at a computer for extended periods
• Ability to lift materials or equipment up to 25 pounds occasionally
• Ability to participate in field visits, site inspections, and client meetings

Work Environment / Environmental Factors:

• Primarily office-based with periodic field and project site exposure
• Domestic and international travel required
• Exposure to construction and industrial environments during site visits

Additional Information

This position offers the opportunity to play a key leadership role in the strategic growth of Tetra Tech’s engineering operations in the Pacific Northwest, supporting critical nuclear, energy, infrastructure, and environmental projects.

Life at Tetra Tech:

The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:

• Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.  https://www.tetratech.com/careers/life-at-tetra-tech/
• Merit-based financial rewards.
• Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
• Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
• Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth. 

A pre-employment drug screen in compliance with federal regulations is required, along with a physical if needed.

Compensation:

Pay commensurate with experience.

Pay Range: $150,000 – $180,000 annually

Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience and demonstrated work experience in the above role; skills, certifications, and competencies that align to the specified role; geographic location; and education, as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.

At Tetra Tech, health and safety play a vital role in our success. Tetra Tech’s employees work together to comply with all applicable health & safety practices and protocols, including public health orders and regulations that are mandated by local, state, provincial, federal, international authorities, and clients.