North America Nuclear Sector Lead

Turner & Townsend; Wide Ruins (AZ); On-site; USD 175,000 - 325,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner & Townsend is seeking an experienced North America Nuclear Sector Lead to drive strategic initiatives and operational excellence across the nuclear portfolio in the United States. This pivotal role oversees regulatory compliance and business development across North America, bringing decisive leadership and deep industry expertise to safety and innovation.

The ideal candidate will lead a high-performing team, manage cross-functional collaboration, and drive growth while aligning with

Qualifications

• 10+ years of nuclear energy sector experience in operations, project management, or regulatory affairs.
• 5+ years of senior leadership experience managing large teams.
• In-depth knowledge of NRC regulations, standards, and compliance frameworks.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with complex regulatory data.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication with regulators and partners.
• Experience with P&L management, budgeting, and financial analysis.
• Ability to lead organizational change and drive innovation in a regulated environment.
• Project management expertise for multiple concurrent initiatives.
• Understand nuclear safety culture and security protocols.
• Willingness to travel across North America; security clearance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic vision and business plans for the nuclear sector across North America, ensuring alignment with objectives.
• Lead and mentor a high-performing team, fostering excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement
• Oversee regulatory compliance and maintain relationships with NRC and other agencies.
• Manage operational performance, safety protocols, and risk mitigation across facilities and projects.
• Drive business development, identify growth opportunities, and establish partnerships.
• Analyze market trends and technologies to inform strategic decisions.
• Coordinate cross-functional collaboration between operations, engineering, finance, and stakeholders.
• Prepare and present reports, metrics, and recommendations to senior leadership and the board.
• Champion safety-first culture and implement best practices in nuclear operations and security.
• Manage budgets, P&L, and resources to optimize profitability; SOX controls may apply.

Skills

Nuclear industry experience

Leadership

Regulatory affairs

Strategic planning

Stakeholder management

P&L management

Travel availability

Project management

Safety culture

Communication skills

Job description

Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries.

Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people’s lives. Working in partnership makes it possible to deliver the world’s most impactful projects and programs as we turn challenge into opportunity and complexity into success.

Our capabilities include program, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital solutions.

We are majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with our partners holding a significant minority interest. Turner & Townsend and CBRE work together to provide clients with the premier program, project and cost management offering in markets around the world.

Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries.

Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people’s lives. Working in partnership makes it possible to deliver the world’s most impactful projects and programs as we turn challenge into opportunity and complexity into success.

Our capabilities include program, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital solutions.

We are majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with our partners holding a significant minority interest. Turner & Townsend and CBRE work together to provide clients with the premier program, project and cost management offering in markets around the world.

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced and visionary North America Nuclear Sector Lead to drive strategic initiatives and operational excellence across our nuclear portfolio throughout the United States. This is a pivotal leadership position responsible for overseeing all nuclear sector operations, regulatory compliance, and business development across North America. The ideal candidate will bring decisive leadership, deep industry expertise, and a commitment to safety and innovation to this role.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic vision and business plans for the nuclear sector across North America, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and market opportunities
• Lead and mentor a high-performing team of professionals, fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement
• Oversee regulatory compliance and maintain relationships with key regulatory bodies, including the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), ensuring adherence to all applicable standards and requirements
• Manage operational performance, safety protocols, and risk mitigation strategies across all nuclear facilities and projects
• Drive business development initiatives, identify growth opportunities, and establish partnerships to expand market presence in the nuclear sector
• Analyze market trends, competitive landscape, and emerging technologies to inform strategic decision-making and positioning
• Coordinate cross-functional collaboration between operations, engineering, finance, and external stakeholders to achieve organizational goals
• Prepare and present comprehensive reports, performance metrics, and strategic recommendations to senior leadership and the board
• Champion a safety-first culture and ensure implementation of best practices in nuclear operations and security protocols
• Manage budgets, P&L responsibilities, and resource allocation to optimize operational efficiency and profitability
• SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive experience in the nuclear energy sector, with demonstrated expertise in operations, project management, or regulatory affairs
• 5+ years of senior leadership experience managing large teams and complex organizational functions
• Proven track record of strategic planning, business development, and successful execution of major initiatives in the nuclear industry
• In-depth knowledge of Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) regulations, industry standards, and compliance frameworks
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex technical and regulatory information
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with regulatory agencies, government officials, and industry partners
• Experience with P&L management, budget planning, and financial analysis
• Demonstrated ability to lead organizational change and drive innovation in a highly regulated environment
• Project management expertise with proficiency in managing multiple concurrent initiatives
• Strong understanding of nuclear safety culture, security protocols, and operational best practices
• Ability to travel throughout North America as required for business operations
• Preferred: Experience with nuclear fuel cycle management, decommissioning projects, or waste management
• Preferred: Familiarity with emerging nuclear technologies and advanced reactor designs
• Preferred: Background in business development and market expansion within the energy sector
• Preferred: Security clearance or ability to obtain necessary clearances for nuclear sector work

Additional Information

*On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our client's needs.

The base salary range for this role is $175K - $325K USD. This range reflects the company's good faith estimate of the base salary for this position at the time of the posting. Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity. In addition to base salary, employees may be eligible for bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package.

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