Director of Contracts and Procurement
About The Position
About Valar Atomics At Valar Atomics, we're redefining what's possible in energy. Our mission is to make clean, high-temperature nuclear power scalable—unlocking abundant energy for industry, hydrogen, and next-generation manufacturing. We are a team of builders, engineers, and operators who believe nuclear energy should be fast to deploy, factory-made, and built for the real world. Our first pilot plant in Orangeville, Utah will demonstrate how advanced nuclear systems and fuel fabrication can power the future. Joining Valar Atomics means becoming part of a company where autonomy, ownership, and impact exist at every level. The Role The Director of Projects and Procurement drive the selection and contracting of all needed subcontractors, as well as coordinating all internal and subcontractor-delegated procurement for the construction team.
Requirements
- Demonstrated experience sourcing, vetting, and managing subcontractors across multiple construction trades.
- Proven ability to negotiate, execute, and manage construction contracts, scopes of work, and change orders.
- Strong understanding of construction procurement processes, including material planning, vendor coordination, and delivery logistics.
- Ability to manage multiple procurement streams simultaneously while maintaining organization, accountability, and attention to detail.
- Comfortable working cross-functionally with engineering, field operations, and finance teams to support project execution.
- Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States as a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident (green card holder).
Nice To Haves
- Experience leading subcontractor bid management, cost comparisons, and value engineering initiatives.
- Strong knowledge of long-lead equipment planning, expediting, and supply chain risk mitigation.
- Background developing procurement workflows, tracking systems, and accountability measures that improve efficiency and visibility.
- Proven success operating in high-growth or execution-focused construction environments with a high level of ownership.
- Skilled at identifying process improvements that increase procurement speed, reliability, and overall cost control.
Responsibilities
- Own subcontractor strategy: sourcing, vetting, bid management, and final selection across all trades
- Lead contract negotiation and execution; ensure scopes are clear, complete, and aligned with project needs
- Build and manage a high-performing subcontractor and supplier network
- Drive all project procurement (direct and subcontractor-delegated), ensuring materials and equipment are delivered on schedule
- Establish and enforce procurement workflows, tracking, and accountability across the construction team
- Coordinate closely with engineering, construction, and finance to align scope, budget, and timing
- Identify long-lead items early and proactively manage ordering, expediting, and delivery risk
- Own bid leveling, cost comparisons, and value engineering to optimize cost without compromising execution
- Manage change orders and contract modifications with discipline and clarity
- Maintain visibility into procurement status, risks, and upcoming needs; communicate proactively to leadership
- Continuously improve procurement and contracting processes to increase speed, reliability, and cost control
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
Education Level
No Education Listed
