Program Deployment Manager

The Nuclear Company•Seattle, WA

24d•$175,000 - $225,000

About The Position

As a Program Deployment Manager at The Nuclear Company, you will lead the coordination and execution of Nuclear OS and related digital systems deployments across multiple customer sites. This leadership role serves as the primary liaison between TNC and customer organizations, managing deployment programs, system integration, user training, and ongoing support to ensure successful adoption of Nuclear OS at scale. You'll lead deployment teams, manage complex multi-stakeholder programs, and drive the transformation of nuclear construction through digital platform implementation.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Project Management, or related technical field
10+ years of experience in program management, deployment engineering, or technical implementation
5+ years working with enterprise software deployment or system integration
Experience managing enterprise B2B products with complex stakeholder ecosystems
Expert program management capabilities including planning, execution, monitoring, and control
Strong project management skills with proficiency in PM methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid)
Experience with program management tools (MS Project, Jira, Asana, or similar)
Budget management and financial planning experience
Risk management and mitigation expertise
Understanding of enterprise software systems and digital platform architectures
Knowledge of system integration patterns and data exchange protocols
Familiarity with DevSecOps and deployment strategies for complex systems
Understanding of nuclear construction and operational workflows
Knowledge of BIM (Building Information Modeling) and digital construction tools
Proven leadership capabilities with ability to influence without direct authority
Excellent communication skills for technical and executive audiences
Strong presentation and facilitation skills for training and stakeholder meetings
Change management expertise to drive organizational adoption
Ability to work independently and lead initiatives across multiple concurrent projects
Customer-focused mindset with commitment to successful outcomes
Problem-solving abilities for complex technical and organizational challenges
Adaptability and flexibility to work in fast-paced, evolving environments
Willingness to travel extensively to customer sites (up to 50-75% travel)

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Engineering, Business Administration (MBA), or related field
PMP (Project Management Professional) certification or equivalent
Experience in nuclear construction or operations
Experience in nuclear industry or large-scale infrastructure projects
Background in construction management or engineering services
Experience with Palantir Foundry or similar enterprise data platforms
Change management certification (Prosci, ACMP, or similar)
Technical background or engineering degree
Experience managing geographically distributed teams
Knowledge of NRC regulations and nuclear quality standards

Responsibilities

Manage deployment programs across multiple customer sites ensuring consistent execution and knowledge transfer
Develop and execute enterprise-wide deployment strategy aligned with TNC's mission to deploy fleet-scale nuclear power plants
Lead cross-functional collaboration between software engineering, nuclear engineering, procurement, and construction teams
Manage deployment budgets and resource allocation across multiple concurrent projects
Proven ability to manage complex, multi-stakeholder programs in highly regulated environments
Develop detailed deployment plans with timelines, milestones, and resource requirements
Manage deployment schedules ensuring coordination between engineering, construction, and planning deliverables
Provide schedule integration and progress tracking for deployment activities across all sites
Coordinate with integrated project teams on deployment activities and dependencies
Oversee on-site technical support during deployment and initial operations
Ensure integration with engineering, procurement, and planning systems for seamless data flow
Coordinate with field engineers on technical problem resolution and system optimization
Serve as primary point of contact for customer sites during Nuclear OS deployment and implementation
Liaise between design, IT, and field construction teams for effective technical communication Stakeholder Management & Communication
Coordinate multi-disciplined interactions between various stakeholders including customers, engineering teams, and executives
Manage partnerships with major technology vendors (e.g., Palantir Technologies) to influence product roadmaps and ensure deployment success
Provide transparency and control to stakeholders for nuclear project delivery
Create positioning that demonstrates value to construction teams, regulators, and executives
Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building abilities across technical and non-technical audiences
Develop and deliver role-based training programs for Nuclear OS users across customer organizations
Provide train-the-trainer sessions to build internal customer capability and ensure sustainable adoption
Develop and execute integrated training programs for operations, maintenance, and technical staff
Coordinate with clients for project-specific training requirements and customization
Implement change management strategies to drive user adoption and organizational transformation
Build and lead deployment teams including deployment engineers, trainers, and technical support specialists
Recruit, mentor, and develop deployment professionals to build a high-performing organization
Drive teamwork and team building programs to ensure effective collaboration across distributed teams
Leadership skills to drive cross-functional teams toward common goals