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Commonwealth Fusion Systems is seeking a Senior Technical Project Manager to join the Program Management Office and drive complex engineering projects for SPARC, a first-of-a-kind compact fusion machine. This is a leadership role focused on managing the engineering, design, procurement, and construction of highly engineered systems from inception to completion.
Key Responsibilities:
- Drive Non-HTS projects to closure and provide TPM support to critical-path Assembly activities (PASY and SASY)
- Develop comprehensive project plans covering scope, goals, deliverables, resources, and timelines
- Manage SPARC systems through final design, collaborating with cross-functional teams of engineers, scientists, designers, analysts, and stakeholders
- Establish project milestones and ensure deliverables meet strict budget and timeline parameters
- Track and report project progress, maintaining accurate schedules in Jira and other project management tools
- Lead cross-functional teams including engineers, designers, procurement specialists, manufacturing, and construction personnel
- Monitor timelines rigorously, identify delays, develop mitigation strategies, and maintain project schedules
- Manage cost and schedule while driving critical risk-based decisions throughout the project lifecycle
- Support resolution of schedule conflicts and actively drive recovery plans
- Facilitate collaboration between PMO, system leads, and project teams to improve methods, communication, and reporting
- Foster a collaborative, high-performance team culture
- Keep stakeholders informed through regular updates, reporting, and presentations
- Lead active risk management: identify risks, develop mitigation plans, and provide regular updates
- Support implementation of strategic process improvement initiatives
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in an engineering field (minimum)
- Minimum 7 years of experience in engineering and/or project management across multiple disciplines (mechanical, electrical, etc.)
- Proven track record managing complex engineering projects with strong project management and leadership skills
- Understanding of technical project lifecycles and experience driving products through phase-gate design reviews (CDR, PDR, FDR, or equivalent)
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities; capacity to engage, influence, and lead stakeholders at all levels
- Strong understanding of project management, planning, and scheduling methods and techniques
- Exceptional planning, organizational, and time management skills with strong attention to detail
- Experience developing and maintaining detailed project schedules
- Proficiency with project management tools (Jira, Confluence) and scheduling tools (MS Project, P6, or equivalent)
- Ability to quickly understand complex technical systems and work effectively with multidisciplinary teams
- Demonstrated ability to work in fast-paced, schedule-driven environments and manage multiple priorities
- High bias for action and ownership
- Willingness to travel when required or work required nights/weekends/on-call
- Ability to perform activities such as typing, stooping, climbing, standing, or sitting for extended periods
- Ability to work in a facility with industrial hazards including heat, cold, noise, fumes, strong magnets, lead, high voltage, high current, pressure systems, and cryogenics
Bonus Experience:
- New product introduction/delivery programs for high-tech components or assemblies
- Manufacturing or construction of highly engineered complex systems
- Startup or fast-paced, rapidly evolving environment experience
- Lean, continuous improvement, or other process improvement methodologies
