Senior Manager of Regulatory Construction Oversight

TerraPower•Bellevue, WA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

TerraPower is a nuclear technology company focused on developing advanced nuclear reactors and medical isotopes. The company aims to raise global living standards through affordable, secure, and environmentally friendly nuclear energy. TerraPower is seeking motivated professionals interested in advanced nuclear reactor research and development, influencing the nuclear power landscape, and contributing to the production of medical isotopes. TerraPower is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in hiring based on protected characteristics.

Requirements

B.S. degree with a strong experience base in the nuclear field.
10+ years of direct nuclear reactor licensing, oversight management, and/or direct inspection experience, such as with the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission.
Demonstrated strong ability to lead a diverse team of technical staff.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate with partner organizations to resolve technical challenges.
Excellent communicator.
Team oriented.
Willing to operate within a matrix organization.
Able to direct remote team members.
Possess a high degree of trust and integrity.
Communicate openly.
Display respect and a desire to foster teamwork.

Nice To Haves

Experience with advanced reactor design, licensing, and oversight is desirable, but not required.

Responsibilities

Manage the development and implementation of the Regulatory Construction Oversight processes and procedures.
Manage the development, execution, and maintenance of the schedule for the Regulatory Construction Oversight organization, including the schedule for oversight at Kemmerer Unit 1 and for conducting assessments at supplier facilities.
Manage the planning, coordinating, organizing, and executing of on-going regulatory construction oversight activities.
Manage staffing (hiring, training/coaching, performance management, time management), reporting, and budgeting activities related to the regulatory construction oversight program. This includes all actions related to contracted resources.
Perform direct construction oversight activities, including inspections of Kemmerer Unit 1, supplier inspection visits, and oversight of quality assurance programs.
Lead interactions with Federal, State, and local regulators.
Work closely with partner organizations to provide the required support on regulatory construction oversight activities.
Work closely with the design authority and design engineering groups to ensure adequate and timely responses to regulatory oversight issues.
Actively participate in industry groups and forums, implementing lessons learned and industry best practices at TerraPower.