Airswift is seeking a Project Coordinator to join their team in Richland, Washington, for an initial 1-year contract, with the possibility of extension.
The Project Manager Coordinator will oversee small projects for refueling outages, forced outages, and on-line maintenance. The coordinator will be responsible for managing project teams of 1 to 5 people, ensuring that all project activities, from planning to execution, are carried out safely, on schedule, within budget, and with high quality.
Key Responsibilities:

• Project Coordination and Management:
  • Coordinate project teams of 1 to 5 people, including planning, scheduling, and controlling project activities.
  • Act as a subject matter specialist for specific projects with detailed knowledge of all aspects of the projects.
  • Maintain a knowledge base of new developments and technologies to ensure projects are executed with the latest industry practices.
  • Monitor projects and recommend changes to improve operating efficiency.
  • Develop budgetary estimates and track project costs against the budget.
• Project Implementation:
  • Manage small projects related to refueling outages, forced outages, and on-line maintenance, ensuring all work is completed safely, on time, within scope, and within budget.
  • Prepare work packages, oversee parts procurement, and ensure the implementation of ALARA planning, industrial and nuclear safety protocols, work prioritization, and resource loading.
  • Oversee project execution, resolving schedule delays and conflicts as they arise.
  • Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards throughout project execution.
• Budget and Financial Management:
  • Develop and manage project budgets, tracking cost versus budget to ensure projects stay on target financially.
  • Provide frequent updates on project progress to stakeholders, including the client, engineers, and management teams.
  • Monitor and adjust resources and schedules to ensure timely and cost-effective project delivery.
• Stakeholder Communication and Reporting:
  • Prepare and deliver written and oral communications to various groups, including senior management, to keep them informed of project progress, challenges, and outcomes.
  • Interface regularly with vendors and other key stakeholders to ensure the smooth operation and delivery of projects.
• Contract Management:
  • Develop and manage contracts, ensuring proper execution and compliance with project specifications and timelines.
  • Interface with vendors to ensure proper parts procurement and that the vendor's work aligns with project requirements.
• Long-Term Planning and Strategy Development:
  • Develop and maintain long-range plan strategies associated with assigned projects.
  • Support the implementation of the Columbia Generating Station Self-Assessment and Corrective Action Program to ensure continuous improvement and compliance with safety standards.
• Outage Support:
  • Provide support for outage activities, including Outage Coordination Center (OCC), ensuring that all necessary resources are in place and that activities are executed according to plan.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Proven experience in coordinating and managing small to medium-sized projects.
• Commercial nuclear experience is ideal.
• Strong knowledge of project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and tracking costs versus budget.
• Ability to manage contracts, interface with vendors, and resolve scheduling delays and conflicts.
• Excellent communication skills for presenting updates to clients, senior management, and project teams.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with a focus on resource loading and work execution.
• Knowledge of project management tools and software (e.g., Microsoft Project, Primavera) is a plus.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.