Manager-Generation Development (New Nuclear Generation Development) Richmond (RICHMOND, VA, US, 23219)

Dominion Energy, Inc.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

Dominion Energy is seeking a Manager of Generation Development to lead a team responsible for executing the company’s generation growth strategy, with a focus on developing and deploying new nuclear power projects. The role involves site identification, technology/vendor evaluation, licensing strategy, project economics, and risk management.

An important aspect is proactively identifying siting opportunities across military installations and strategic locations, and building partnerships to

Qualifications

• 9+ years of directly related experience.
• Knowledge of electric power generation and energy markets.
• Nuclear power development or nuclear industry experience is beneficial.
• Strong research, marketing and generation development practices.
• Understanding of laws and regulations related to contracts, electric power generation, and utility regulation.
• Proven ability to apply financial and analytical principles to complex problems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead generation development activities for new nuclear projects from early-stage evaluation to execution.
• Identify siting and development opportunities at military, governmental, and strategic locations.
• Coordinate across licensing, regulatory, environmental, financial, and siting workstreams.
• Develop regulatory strategies and filings with input from legal and regulatory teams.
• Prepare investment proposals and negotiate necessary agreements to advance projects.

Skills

Industry knowledge

Nuclear development

Research skills

Regulatory understanding

Analytical ability

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Dominion Energy is committed to providing reliable, affordable, and increasingly clean energy that powers our customers every day. If you want to work for a purpose-driven company that values safety and collaboration, we’re looking for you. You won’t just find a job here; you’ll find your career.Review the position below.

Military service members and veterans with a rank of E-5 or higher plus appropriate equivalent combination of education and years of experience as outlined below will be considered for this opportunity. At this time, Dominion Energy cannot transfer or sponsor a work visa or employment authorization for this position.

Job Summary

The Manager of Generation Development leads a team responsible for executing the Company’s generation growth strategy, with a primary focus on the development and deployment of new nuclear power generation projects. The Manager leads nuclear development opportunities from early-stage evaluation through project definition and execution, including site identification and development, technology and vendor evaluation, licensing and permitting strategy, project economics and business case development, regulatory approvals, commercial negotiations, and overall project risk management.

An important and exciting aspect of the role is proactively identifying and creating new siting and development opportunities for nuclear generation. This includes evaluating opportunities at military installations, governmental facilities, industrial and other strategic locations, as well as traditional generation sites. The Manager builds collaborative relationships with military installations, governmental entities, property owners, potential customers, technology providers, and other stakeholders to evaluate sites, establish development partnerships, and create commercial and project structures that align host-site objectives with the Company’s generation needs.

The Manager directs and integrates the commercial, technical, environmental, licensing, regulatory, financial, and siting workstreams necessary to advance projects through key development milestones. Responsibilities include assessing nuclear technologies and vendors; leading economic and financial evaluations; establishing development strategies and schedules; securing site control and infrastructure arrangements; and identifying and managing project risks. The Manager works across internal organizations and with external advisors and counterparties to translate early-stage opportunities into well-defined, executable generation projects.

A significant responsibility of the position is leading the regulatory strategy and filings necessary to obtain approval for early-stage new nuclear development investments. The Manager coordinates the development of regulatory applications and supporting materials, works closely with legal, regulatory finance, engineering, and other internal organizations, and serves as a Company subject‑matter expert in regulatory proceedings involving proposed nuclear development and generation investments. This includes supporting testimony, discovery, hearings, and other aspects of regulatory cases and clearly articulating project need, economics, development strategy, risks, and customer benefits to regulators and other stakeholders.

The Manager prepares project recommendations and investment proposals for senior management and leads or supports the negotiation and execution of agreements necessary to advance new nuclear projects. These may include nuclear technology and project deployment agreements, development partnerships, arrangements with governmental and military entities, infrastructure and utility agreements, site control and land rights, and other critical commercial arrangements.

he knowledge, skills, abilities and experiences that are required for entry into this job include the following:

9+ years of directly related experience

• Extensive knowledge and understanding of the electric power generation business and energy markets, generally acquired through considerable related work experience.
• Knowledge of or experience with nuclear power generation, nuclear project development, or the nuclear industry is beneficial.
• Strong expertise in research, marketing, and generation development practices.
• Advanced understanding of laws and regulations related to business contracts, electric power generation, and utility regulation.
• Proven ability to apply scientific, financial, and analytical principles to solve complex problems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to prepare proposals, reports, executive summaries, and regulatory filings.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to convey clear instructions, collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams, and evaluate outcomes.

Education Requirements

Bachelor’s degree preferred in Business Administration, Finance, Engineering or the Sciences

Licenses, Certifications, or Quals Description

Working Conditions

Travel Up to 25%

Other Working Conditions

Test Description

No testing required.

Export Control

Certain positions at Dominion Energy may involve access to information and technology subject to export controls under U.S. law. Compliance with these export controls may result in Dominion Energy limiting its consideration of certain applicants.

What You’ll Get

Expected Hiring Base Salary Range:

$149800 - $194500

The expected hiring base salary range is the range we anticipate hiring within for this position. The actual salary offered may vary based on factors such as the selected candidate’s qualifications, skills, experience, and work location. This is not intended to represent the full salary range for the position or limit future compensation growth.

At Dominion Energy, we offer excellent plans and programs for employees. Employees are rewarded with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package which includes: health, dental, and vision benefits with coverage for families and domestic partners, vacation, retirement plans including 401k contributions and matches, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, bonus eligibility, sick leave, and disability insurance. To learn more about our benefits, click here: dombenefits.com.

Dominion Energy is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin and/or status as a protected veteran or individual with a disability.

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