Director, Nuclear Origination & Growth

Vallum Associates; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Vallum Associates in Houston seeks a Director of Nuclear Origination/Business Development to drive strategic growth across North American energy markets. You will lead engagement with utilities, hyperscalers and industrial customers to deploy next-generation nuclear solutions.

You will coordinate cross-functional teams, shape commercial strategy, manage opportunities from initial contact through proposals and contracts, and mentor BD professionals in a fast-paced, highly technical environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical discipline (MBA preferred).
• 10+ years' Origination/Offtaker/PPA experience in power generation or energy infrastructure.
• Strong business development, commercial strategy or key account management exposure.
• Strong understanding of advanced nuclear, SMRs and/or utility procurement processes.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management and presentation skills.
• Knowledge of nuclear licensing, export controls or reactor technologies is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage relationships with utility, hyperscalers and industrial customers across the nuclear market.
• Lead business development and customer engagement activities from initial opportunity through proposal and contract stages.
• Identify customer requirements and develop compelling commercial value propositions.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams including engineering, licensing, finance and supply chain to support customer pursuits.
• Lead presentations, workshops, RFIs, RFPs and commercial negotiations.
• Mentor and support Business Development professionals where required.

Skills

Origination/Offtaker/PPA

Business development

Key account management

Customer engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

MBA preferred

Job description

Vallum Associates in Houston seeks a Director of Nuclear Origination/Business Development to drive strategic growth across North American energy markets. You will lead engagement with utilities, hyperscalers and industrial customers to deploy next-generation nuclear solutions.

You will coordinate cross-functional teams, shape commercial strategy, manage opportunities from initial contact through proposals and contracts, and mentor BD professionals in a fast-paced, highly technical environment.