Nuclear Development Lead & Technical Architect

Aecon U.S.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Aecon invites you to join the New Nuclear Development team, leading early-stage estimating, technology assessments, constructability reviews, schedule development, and contract strategy for SMR and large commercial nuclear facilities in the United States.

You will report to the Technical Director and apply 15+ years of capital project leadership in regulated sectors, nuclear safety culture, and strong stakeholder management to advance opportunities and build trusted client relationships.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or an equivalent combination of technical, construction, military nuclear, and/or skilled trade experience.
• 15+ years of experience leading and supporting major capital projects in highly regulated sectors such as power, energy, defense, and large industrial infrastructure.
• Strong understanding of U.S. commercial nuclear project development, construction execution strategies, and project delivery models.
• Ability to rapidly assess reactor technologies and key capital cost drivers, including execution schedules and procurement strategies.
• Knowledge of Nuclear Safety Culture and INPO principles, and regulatory requirements for nuclear facility development.

Responsibilities

• Lead multidisciplinary teams across controls, construction operations, engineering, estimating, supply chain, finance, and commercial professionals.
• Improve project outcomes through nuclear industry experience, lessons learned, and innovative construction strategies.
• Support evaluation and development of new nuclear opportunities, including SMR programs.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with utility clients, developers, technology vendors, regulators, and industry stakeholders.
• Collaborate with partners across organisations to achieve strategic objectives and advance project opportunities.
• Provide technical leadership during development activities, including constructability reviews, execution planning, risk assessments, and cost/schedule evaluations.
• Demonstrate professionalism, integrity, and business acumen in all interactions.
• Prepare and deliver executive-level presentations, technical reports, and client communications with confidence and credibility.
• Travel throughout the United States and internationally, as required.

Skills

Project leadership

Relationship building

Technical leadership

Executive communications

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Aecon invites you to join the New Nuclear Development team, leading early-stage estimating, technology assessments, constructability reviews, schedule development, and contract strategy for SMR and large commercial nuclear facilities in the United States.

You will report to the Technical Director and apply 15+ years of capital project leadership in regulated sectors, nuclear safety culture, and strong stakeholder management to advance opportunities and build trusted client relationships.