Senior Manager - Nuclear Quality Assurance

Ameresco

1d • $134,000 - $194,000

About The Position

Ameresco, Inc. (NYSE:AMRC) is a leading energy solutions provider dedicated to helping customers reduce costs, enhance resilience, and decarbonize to net zero in the global energy transition. We are a trusted, full-service partner to public sector and government entities, K-12 schools, higher education, utilities, and healthcare customers across the U.S., Canada, the U.K., and Europe. At Ameresco, we show the way by developing, constructing and operating tailored smart energy efficiency solutions, distributed energy resources, and infrastructure upgrades that drive cost savings, resilience, decarbonization, and innovation. Our comprehensive portfolio is built to address the challenges of today and adapt the future, ensuring long-term sustainability and success for our customers. The Senior Manager - Nuclear Quality Assurance is a pivotal role within Ameresco’s Federal and Utility Solutions business, responsible for establishing, implementing, and continuously improving a rigorous Nuclear Quality Assurance (QA/QC) Program. This leader ensures all construction activities meet the highest standards of nuclear safety, regulatory compliance, and performance—supporting delivery of safe, compliant, and high-performing nuclear projects, including Small Modular Reactor (SMR) and Micro Modular Reactor (MMR) initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related technical field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum 10 years of quality assurance experience in the nuclear industry (nuclear power plant construction or DOE nuclear facility projects), including experience in a QA leadership role on large-scale projects.
• Ability to review confidential US security information.

Nice To Haves

• In-depth knowledge of ASME NQA-1, NRC 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, DOE Order 414.1D, and 10 CFR 830 Subpart A; experience applying these frameworks to real projects.
• Broad working knowledge of construction codes and standards (ASME, AWS, ACI, ASTM, IEEE, EPRI, NRC, DOE, etc.).
• Certification as an ASME NQA-1 Lead Auditor is highly desirable (or ability to qualify within 1 year).
• ASQ certifications (CMQ/OE, CQA), AWS, ACI, ASNT, or NACE certifications are a plus.
• Proven leadership and communication skills; ability to manage QA/QC teams, influence contractors, and communicate effectively with all project stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Experience with quality metrics, dashboards, and database systems for tracking inspections and nonconformances.
• Must be able to work on an active construction site and travel or relocate to project sites as required.
• Commitment to safety, ethics, and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Quality Program Leadership: Develop, implement, and maintain the Project Quality Plan (PQP) and Nuclear QA/QC Program, ensuring alignment with ASME NQA-1, 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, DOE Order 414.1D, and all applicable codes and standards.
• Nuclear Safety Culture: Champion a strong nuclear safety culture—empowering all staff to raise quality or safety issues, exercising stop-work authority when necessary, and promoting transparent reporting and continuous improvement.
• Regulatory & Code Compliance: Interpret and apply NRC, DOE/NNSA, and client requirements; ensure compliance with ASME Section III, AWS, ACI, ASTM, and other relevant standards for safety-related structures, systems, and components.
• QA Oversight & Auditing: Lead the onsite QA/QC team; plan and execute formal audit and surveillance programs for internal processes, subcontractors, and suppliers; facilitate regulatory and client audits; oversee effective corrective action implementation.
• Nonconformance & Corrective Action: Oversee the issues management process, including timely identification, documentation, and resolution of nonconformances; lead root cause analyses and track corrective actions to closure.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Maintain collaborative relationships with client quality representatives, regulators, and project leadership; report on QA performance, audit results, and quality objectives.
• Continuous Improvement: Use quality data and trend analysis to identify and implement improvements to QA processes and construction practices; foster a mindset of Total Quality Management (TQM).

Benefits

• In addition to base pay, employees receive a comprehensive benefits package, such as health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off, and may be eligible for performance incentives, bonuses, commissions, or equity, depending on the role.

What This Job Offers

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