Area Manager / Vice President, Field Operations-Kiewit Nuclear Solutions

Kiewit • Oak Ridge, TN

23d • Onsite

About The Position

The Area Manager / Vice President, Field Operations provides executive leadership and performance accountability for a portfolio of EPC construction projects across all phases of development and execution. This role serves as the primary level of off-project leadership, ensuring disciplined execution, safety excellence, and sustained financial performance. The role ensures the execution of all applicable corporate processes, procedures and standards across all active projects and pursuits. The position acts as a critical link between project teams, business leadership, and executive decision-making, while fostering high-performing teams and developing future leaders.

Requirements

• 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.
• Demonstrated 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.
• Ability to travel at least two weeks out of the month and as required to support project and business needs.
• Regular, reliable attendance
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
• May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.

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.

Benefits

• top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents
• voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs
• life insurance
• disability
• retirement plans with matching
• generous paid time off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive