An independent power producer is seeking a Director of Special Projects to lead its nuclear growth initiatives through strategic project management and development efforts. This role requires a seasoned project management professional to oversee complex nuclear projects, including uprates, new builds, and behind-the-meter innovations. The ideal candidate will have a successful history of managing large-scale nuclear projects, excellent stakeholder management abilities, and extensive industry expertise. This position offers the opportunity to influence the future of nuclear energy while supporting the company's mission of sustainable power generation.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead strategic nuclear projects from inception to completion, ensuring they meet budget, schedule, and quality standards.
- Define project scope, deliverables, and success metrics in collaboration with key stakeholders and executive leadership.
- Manage project budgets and resource allocation while maintaining strict cost controls and performance standards.
- Foster cross-functional collaboration to deliver innovative solutions for capacity expansion and operational efficiency.
- Develop comprehensive risk management strategies to ensure project success and regulatory compliance.
- Implement top-tier project management methodologies to optimize execution and team performance.
- Provide executive-level reporting on project status, milestones, and strategic outcomes.
Education, Experience, & Skills
- 20+ years of relevant experience, including nuclear and commercial construction, project management, engineering, outsourcing, contract management, finance, nuclear operations, and business strategy.
- At least 5+ years of experience in nuclear construction with major projects exceeding $1B or uprates.
- 5+ years of experience in commercial construction (e.g., commercial buildings, nuclear sites) required.
- At least 5+ years in finance or project controls; previous division CFO experience preferred.
- 5+ years as a division business strategy lead.
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering required.
- Senior Reactor Operator License or Certification required.
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification required.
- Significant travel required.
- Position located at the company's Sierra Office.
Key Metrics
- Safety Excellence: Achieve 100% compliance with nuclear safety standards; zero incidents or violations.
- Quality Assurance: Deliver nuclear projects that meet or exceed industry benchmarks using advanced tools.
- Operational Reliability: Improve reliability through innovation, data-driven processes, and reduced downtime.
- Stakeholder Confidence: Attain 90% satisfaction with transparent communication and real-time reporting.
- Cost Management: Maintain 95% budget adherence; minimize overruns with real-time tracking and forecasting.
- Team Development: Foster a safety-focused, analytics-driven culture; promote certifications and retain 90% of staff.
