Nuclear EPC Field Operations Executive

Kiewit; Idaho Falls (ID); On-site; USD 180,000 - 290,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit Nuclear Solutions seeks an Area Manager / Vice President, Field Operations to provide executive leadership for EPC construction projects across development and execution phases, ensuring disciplined execution, safety excellence, and sustained financial performance.

This role serves as the key link between project teams, business leadership, and executives, while mentoring future leaders and aligning resources with strategic objectives across North America.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, business, or related field.
• Minimum 15 years of EPC project execution experience, including leadership of large, complex projects.
• Ability to lead diverse teams and influence executive-level decision-making.
• Strong financial acumen and experience managing project P&L performance.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and organizational leadership skills.
• Travel at least two weeks out of the month and as required to support project and business needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive leadership and accountability for a portfolio of EPC construction projects.
• Serve as the primary off-project leader for clients, partners, and internal stakeholders.
• Ensure projects are appropriately prioritized, resourced, and aligned with organizational objectives.
• Oversee project governance, risk management, and resolution of complex or escalated issues.
• Provide financial oversight and accountability for project P&L performance.
• Establish organizational structures and resolve cross-project resource constraints.
• Ensure compliance with corporate safety, quality, and people management standards.
• Engage with project teams to proactively identify risks, resolve challenges, and implement strategic solutions.
• Mentor and develop project leadership to build organizational capability and succession.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Financial management

Stakeholder management

Communication

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, business, or related field

Job description

Kiewit Nuclear Solutions seeks an Area Manager / Vice President, Field Operations to provide executive leadership for EPC construction projects across development and execution phases, ensuring disciplined execution, safety excellence, and sustained financial performance.

This role serves as the key link between project teams, business leadership, and executives, while mentoring future leaders and aligning resources with strategic objectives across North America.