This document discusses applying outage scope management principles to nuclear power plant construction projects in the US. It notes that EPRI previously advocated for construction times of less than 3 years through standardized design, modular construction, and well-controlled schedules. However, modularization alone may not prevent scope creep from disrupting schedules and increasing costs. The document argues that outage managers have developed rigorous techniques for controlling emergent scope during shutdowns, and these techniques could fulfill EPRI's goal of accelerated construction if also applied during new build projects. However, their applicability to large-scale new construction is uncertain given differences from outage management. The document concludes scope discipline is critical for nuclear projects to be delivered on time and on budget.