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About Commonwealth Fusion Systems: Commonwealth Fusion Systems is on a mission to deliver the urgent transition to fusion energy. Combining decades of research, top talent, and new technologies, we’re designing and building commercially viable fusion power plants. And we're working with policymakers, suppliers, and many others to build the energy industry of the future. We’re in the best position to make it happen. Since 2018, we’ve raised $4 billion of capital, making us the largest and leading fusion company in the world. Now we’re looking for more thinkers, doers, builders, and makers to join us. People who’ll bring new perspectives, solve tough problems, and thrive as part of a team. If that’s you and this role fits, we want to hear from you. Join the power movement as a Senior Technical Project Manager We are seeking an exceptional and results-driven Technical Project Manager (TPM) to join our Program Management Office (PMO). The TPM will play a pivotal role in driving complex engineering projects within SPARC, our first-of-a-kind compact fusion machine. The TPM will be responsible to ensure that a comprehensive plan is established around the engineering, design and construction of complex highly engineered process systems and that the team executes to meet the requirements of that plan. What you'll do: Drive projects within SPARC from inception to completion Develop comprehensive plans for the engineering, procurement and construction of highly engineered process systems Manage SPARC systems through final design, working with a cross-functional team of engineers, scientists, designers, and analysts Establish project milestones & ensure all deliverables are met while adhering to strict budget and timeline parameters Develop comprehensive project plans, outlining project scope, goals, deliverables, resources, and timeline to meet strategic targets Support resolution of schedule conflicts Track and report SPARC progress Facilitate collaboration between the PMO, system leads and other SPARC project team members to create more efficient project methods, efficient project communication, standards and reporting channels between groups Lead implementation of strategic process improvement plans and act as a catalyst to resolve diverse objectives and competing priorities within the SPARC team Lead a cross-functional team (matrix) composed of engineers, designers, analysts, procurement specialists, and other stakeholders to meet the requirements of the execution plan Foster a collaborative and high-performance team culture to drive project execution and achieve collective goals Manage cost & schedule along with driving critical risk-based decisions throughout the project life cycle Monitor project timelines rigorously, identifying potential delays, devising, and implementing mitigation strategies to maintain project schedule Keep stakeholders informed about project progress through regular updates and reporting Lead the active management of risks throughout the project lifecycle: Identify risks, develop & drive mitigation plans, and keeping stakeholders informed about progress of risks through regular updates & risk reporting What we’re looking for: Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in an engineering field Proven track record of managing complex engineering projects with excellent project management skills, exceptional leadership abilities, and a deep understanding of technical project lifecycles. Minimum 8 years of experience in engineering and project management working with a wide range of engineering disciplines, including mechanical, electrical and other areas Possess a thorough understanding of project management, planning, and scheduling methods and techniques Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, with the capacity to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels Exceptional planning, organizational, and time management skills Thorough understanding of engineering product life-cycle with experience in driving products through phase-gate design reviews such as CDR, PDR, FDR or equivalent Experience working with Jira, Confluence Experience with scheduling tools such as MS Project, P6 or equivalent Bonus points for: Previous work experience in new product introduction/delivery programs for high tech components or assemblies Experienced in the vendor management of highly engineered complex systems Must-have Requirements: Willingness to travel when required or work required nights/weekends/on-call Perform activities such as typing, stooping, climbing, standing, or sitting for extended periods of time Work in a facility that contains industrial hazards including heat, cold, noise, fumes, strong magnets, lead (Pb), high voltage, high current, pressure systems, and cryogenics #LI-Onsite At CFS, we excel in fast-paced environments, driven by our values of integrity, execution, impact, and self-critique. As we grow, we’re eager to bring on mission-driven folks who offer diverse perspectives and fresh ways to tackle challenges. We value diversity deeply and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer by choice. We consider all qualified applicants equally, regardless of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law. This role requires compliance with U.S. laws concerning the export of controlled or protected technologies or information (collectively, “Export Control Laws"). Any offer of employment will be contingent on the need for compliance with such Export Control Laws.

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Drive projects within SPARC from inception to completion
Develop comprehensive plans for the engineering, procurement and construction of highly engineered process systems
Manage SPARC systems through final design, working with a cross-functional team of engineers, scientists, designers, and analysts
Establish project milestones & ensure all deliverables are met while adhering to strict budget and timeline parameters
Develop comprehensive project plans, outlining project scope, goals, deliverables, resources, and timeline to meet strategic targets
Support resolution of schedule conflicts
Track and report SPARC progress
Facilitate collaboration between the PMO, system leads and other SPARC project team members to create more efficient project methods, efficient project communication, standards and reporting channels between groups
Lead implementation of strategic process improvement plans and act as a catalyst to resolve diverse objectives and competing priorities within the SPARC team
Lead a cross-functional team (matrix) composed of engineers, designers, analysts, procurement specialists, and other stakeholders to meet the requirements of the execution plan
Foster a collaborative and high-performance team culture to drive project execution and achieve collective goals
Manage cost & schedule along with driving critical risk-based decisions throughout the project life cycle
Monitor project timelines rigorously, identifying potential delays, devising, and implementing mitigation strategies to maintain project schedule
Keep stakeholders informed about project progress through regular updates and reporting
Lead the active management of risks throughout the project lifecycle: Identify risks, develop & drive mitigation plans, and keeping stakeholders informed about progress of risks through regular updates & risk reporting
Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in an engineering field
Proven track record of managing complex engineering projects with excellent project management skills, exceptional leadership abilities, and a deep understanding of technical project lifecycles.
Minimum 8 years of experience in engineering and project management working with a wide range of engineering disciplines, including mechanical, electrical and other areas
Possess a thorough understanding of project management, planning, and scheduling methods and techniques
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, with the capacity to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels
Exceptional planning, organizational, and time management skills
Thorough understanding of engineering product life-cycle with experience in driving products through phase-gate design reviews such as CDR, PDR, FDR or equivalent
Experience working with Jira, Confluence
Experience with scheduling tools such as MS Project, P6 or equivalent

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