PMO Specialist
AtkinsRéalis
Date: 10 hours ago
City: Kirkland, WA
Salary:
$130,000
-
$150,000
per year
Contract type: Full time
Why join us?
We are hiring! AtkinsRéalis is seeking a PMO Specialist to join our Bellevue, WA office.
Working for a Nuclear Technology client the Project Management Office (PMO) Specialist/Lead will support core areas such as planning, risk management, compliance, or performance analysis. This position will support the corporate PMO, supporting and improving oversight of multiple advanced nuclear projects, including the Natrium advanced reactor project. As part of a larger corporate PMO, this role is integral to ensure project success by providing specialized guidance and oversight, driving project performance, and fostering a culture of accountability. The PMO Specialist will work closely with cross-functional teams, senior leadership, and external stakeholders to ensure strategic alignment, mitigate risks, and support delivery on key project objectives.
About Us
AtkinsRéalis is one of the world’s most respected design, engineering, and project management consultancies. AtkinsRéalis has been providing infrastructure planning, engineering, construction, environmental consulting, urban planning, architecture, and program management services to public and private clients across the United States for more than 50 years. AtkinsRéalis has the depth and breadth of expertise to respond to the most technically challenging and time-critical infrastructure projects and the urgent transition to a low-carbon economy.
How will you contribute to the team?
AtkinsRéalis realizes that health, mental and financial wellbeing, are all equally needed to achieve balance in life. We are pleased to offer a robust rewards package that help our employees have peace of mind in and outside of work.
Benefits
Our benefit offerings address all of the areas that are part of living a healthy life. We recognize that what is important to people, continues to change. Some of our other benefits to ensure our employees feel supported, include continuing to offer health and dental coverage and a full list below. Our culture is one of providing support and training for our employees to thrive. We offer learning and development programs, training, career pathing opportunities, and a tuition reimbursement plan. At AtkinsRéalis, you will enjoy a robust rewards package which includes:
AtkinsRéalis is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. EOE/Minorities/Females/Veteran/Disability.
Please Review AtkinsRéalis Equal Opportunity Statement Here
https://careers.atkinsrealis.com/equal-opportunities-statement
AtkinsRéalis cares about your privacy and are committed to protecting your privacy. Please consult our Privacy Notice on our Careers site to know more about how we collect, use and transfer your Personal Data.
By submitting your personal information to AtkinsRéalis, you confirm that you have read and accept our Privacy Notice.
Expected compensation range is between $130,000 - $150,000 yearly depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.
Upon acceptance of an offer, all candidates must go through a drug screen test and background check. AtkinsRéalis is a federal contractor which mandates a satisfactory background screening report and drug test that supersedes state laws.
Note To Staffing And Direct Hire Agencies
In the event a recruiter or agency who is not on our preferred supplier list submits a resume/candidate to anyone in the company, AtkinsRéalis family of companies, we explicitly reserve the right to recruit and hire the candidate(s) at our discretion and without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. https://careers.atkinsrealis.com/recruitment-agencies
We are hiring! AtkinsRéalis is seeking a PMO Specialist to join our Bellevue, WA office.
Working for a Nuclear Technology client the Project Management Office (PMO) Specialist/Lead will support core areas such as planning, risk management, compliance, or performance analysis. This position will support the corporate PMO, supporting and improving oversight of multiple advanced nuclear projects, including the Natrium advanced reactor project. As part of a larger corporate PMO, this role is integral to ensure project success by providing specialized guidance and oversight, driving project performance, and fostering a culture of accountability. The PMO Specialist will work closely with cross-functional teams, senior leadership, and external stakeholders to ensure strategic alignment, mitigate risks, and support delivery on key project objectives.
About Us
AtkinsRéalis is one of the world’s most respected design, engineering, and project management consultancies. AtkinsRéalis has been providing infrastructure planning, engineering, construction, environmental consulting, urban planning, architecture, and program management services to public and private clients across the United States for more than 50 years. AtkinsRéalis has the depth and breadth of expertise to respond to the most technically challenging and time-critical infrastructure projects and the urgent transition to a low-carbon economy.
How will you contribute to the team?
- Support specialized project management tasks, such as planning, scheduling, assessment, or oversight, ensuring their effective integration into the overall project management process.
- Monitor and analyze key performance indicators such as Cost Performance Index (CPI) and Schedule Performance Index (SPI). Provide monthly progress metrics to identify trends and provide subject matter expertise in developing mitigation strategies.
- Collaborate with senior leadership, PMO team, and project managers in our project teams to shape and execute corporate-level project strategies, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and the broader PMO framework.
- Support the continuous improvement of project management methodologies, tools, and workflows by integrating specialized knowledge and best practices.
- Develop strong relationships across the organization and with stakeholders, ensuring effective communication, collaboration, and alignment on project goals.
- Provide expertise in planning, risk management, compliance, and performance analysis to address project challenges and improve outcomes.
- Lead change management efforts to ensure smooth implementation of initiatives, including training and support for adopting new processes and tools.
- Report regularly to the Senior Director PMO and senior leadership on project status, risks, and key performance metrics, offering expert recommendations for course corrections as necessary.
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, or related field from an accredited, four-year university or equivalent experience, advanced degree preferred.
- 5+ years of experience in dedicated PM or PMO roles.
- Capability and willingness to adhere to strict quality assurance standards.
- Demonstrated, applicable experience in a specialist area such as project planning, risk management, compliance or performance analysis.
- Experience with advanced nuclear projects (preferred).
- Ability to work within a larger PMO structure, collaborating across departments and drawing n broader organizational resources when needed.
- Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
- Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Primavera P6) and MS Office Suite (e.g., Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel, and Project).
- The successful candidate will possess a high degree of trust and integrity, communicate openly and display respect and a desire to foster teamwork.
AtkinsRéalis realizes that health, mental and financial wellbeing, are all equally needed to achieve balance in life. We are pleased to offer a robust rewards package that help our employees have peace of mind in and outside of work.
Benefits
Our benefit offerings address all of the areas that are part of living a healthy life. We recognize that what is important to people, continues to change. Some of our other benefits to ensure our employees feel supported, include continuing to offer health and dental coverage and a full list below. Our culture is one of providing support and training for our employees to thrive. We offer learning and development programs, training, career pathing opportunities, and a tuition reimbursement plan. At AtkinsRéalis, you will enjoy a robust rewards package which includes:
- Competitive salary
- Flexible work schedules
- Group Insurance
- PTO plus two Floating Holidays
- Paid Parental Leave (including maternity and paternity)
- Retirement Savings Plan with employer match
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- An inclusive culture of Employee Resources Groups centered around women, African-Americans, Hispanics, LGBTQ+, Neurodiversity and Emerging Professionals.
- A Foundation that is employee-funded with a 2-to-1 match from the company providing STEAM education for minorities from K-12 to college.
AtkinsRéalis is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. EOE/Minorities/Females/Veteran/Disability.
Please Review AtkinsRéalis Equal Opportunity Statement Here
https://careers.atkinsrealis.com/equal-opportunities-statement
AtkinsRéalis cares about your privacy and are committed to protecting your privacy. Please consult our Privacy Notice on our Careers site to know more about how we collect, use and transfer your Personal Data.
By submitting your personal information to AtkinsRéalis, you confirm that you have read and accept our Privacy Notice.
Expected compensation range is between $130,000 - $150,000 yearly depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.
Upon acceptance of an offer, all candidates must go through a drug screen test and background check. AtkinsRéalis is a federal contractor which mandates a satisfactory background screening report and drug test that supersedes state laws.
Note To Staffing And Direct Hire Agencies
In the event a recruiter or agency who is not on our preferred supplier list submits a resume/candidate to anyone in the company, AtkinsRéalis family of companies, we explicitly reserve the right to recruit and hire the candidate(s) at our discretion and without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. https://careers.atkinsrealis.com/recruitment-agencies
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