Senior Nuclear Projects Leader – Construction & Delivery

BWXT; Nashville (TN); Remote; USD 169,000 - 238,000; Full time

Job summary

BWX Technologies, Inc. in the United States seeks a seasoned leader to direct the delivery of large, complex nuclear projects with full accountability for safety, quality, cost, and schedule.

You will lead multidisciplinary teams and manage relationships with BWXT leadership, customers, EPC partners, OEMs, and suppliers across regions. Regular domestic and international travel is expected to support project execution, customer engagement, and global program coordination.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of nuclear project execution and construction management
• Experience with contract management, procurement, and supply chain in nuclear environments
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams in complex, high‑risk environments

Responsibilities

• Deliver large, complex nuclear projects safely, on schedule, and within budget
• Lead all phases of project execution from proposal to closeout
• Manage cost, schedule, and quality across project scopes
• Ensure compliance with nuclear regulations and BWXT governance
• Develop and manage customer engagement and stakeholder relationships
• Identify and mitigate project risks and manage changes

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Contract management

Risk management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or related technical discipline

15+ years of experience in the nuclear industry

Demonstrated experience leading large, complex nuclear projects

Job description

BWX Technologies, Inc. in the United States seeks a seasoned leader to direct the delivery of large, complex nuclear projects with full accountability for safety, quality, cost, and schedule.

You will lead multidisciplinary teams and manage relationships with BWXT leadership, customers, EPC partners, OEMs, and suppliers across regions. Regular domestic and international travel is expected to support project execution, customer engagement, and global program coordination.