Senior Project / Construction Manager - US Projects

BWX Technologies•Oak Ridge, TN

4d•$169,000 - $238,000

About The Position

At BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT), we are People Strong, Innovation Driven. A U.S.-based company, BWXT is a Fortune 1000 and Defense News Top 100 manufacturing and engineering innovator that provides safe and effective nuclear solutions for global security, clean energy, environmental restoration, nuclear medicine and space exploration. With more than 7,800 employees, BWXT has 14 major operating sites in the U.S., Canada and the U.K. We are the sole manufacturer of naval nuclear reactors for U.S. submarines and aircraft carriers. Our company supplies precision manufactured components, services and fuel for the commercial nuclear power industry across four continents. Our joint ventures provide environmental restoration and operations management at a dozen U.S. Department of Energy and NASA facilities. BWXT’s technology is driving advances in medical radioisotope production in North America and microreactors for various defense and space applications. For more information, visit www.bwxt.com . Follow us on LinkedIn , X , Facebook and Instagram . JOB PURPOSE: Leads the successful delivery of large, complex nuclear projects and services in the United States, with full accountability for safety, quality, cost, and schedule, while supporting business growth through customer engagement and effective project execution. JOB STRUCTURE & COMMUNICATIONS: This role reports to the Executive Vice President, Projects & Field Services. The position leads multidisciplinary project teams, including project managers, construction managers, engineers, project controls, and subcontractors, and provides mentorship to developing project managers. The role interfaces regularly with: Internal leadership across BWXT and BWXT-Kinectrics Utility customers, EPC partners, OEMs, and suppliers Regulatory and industry stakeholders Communication involves influencing, negotiation, and resolution of complex technical and commercial matters with senior internal and external stakeholders. The role operates with a high degree of autonomy in managing project execution, including planning, resource coordination, financial performance, and customer interface, within established governance frameworks. The role requires regular domestic and international travel to support project execution, customer engagement, and global program coordination.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or related technical discipline required
15+y ears of experience in the nuclear industry required
Demonstrated experience leading large, complex nuclear projects or construction programs
Strong knowledge of nuclear project execution, construction management, and project controls
Understanding of nuclear regulations, licensing requirements, and applicable codes and standards
Experience with contract management, procurement, and supply chain practices in nuclear environments
Knowledge of risk management, change management, and project governance processes
Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams in complex, high-risk environments
Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
Experience supporting proposal development and customer engagement
All candidates must be U.S. citizens.
Selected applicants are required to successfully complete a pre-employment check and drug screening.
In addition, the position may require the ability to obtain and maintain applicable federal eligibility requirements for access to classified/sensitive information or matter which involves an extensive criminal and financial background investigation, drug test, previous employment, and reference verifications.