Requisition ID: 175236

Job Level: Executive

Home District/Group: Kiewit Nuclear Solutions

Department: Business Development & Proposals

Market: Nuclear

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview

Are you ready to help shape the future of clean energy? Join Kiewit Nuclear Solutions, where we’re committed to creating a carbon-free future by providing reliable and affordable nuclear energy. With a strong nuclear safety culture and a focus on innovative, clean energy solutions, Kiewit Nuclear Solutions offers you the chance to play a pivotal role in the emerging nuclear market. At Kiewit, you’ll be part of an experienced team, working on exciting projects in the nuclear sector while enjoying opportunities for growth and advancement. In this role, you’ll directly influence Kiewit’s success in the growing nuclear sector and help expand our portfolio of innovative energy solutions. You’ll lead a talented team, collaborate with multiple departments, and work with key industry partners to shape the future of nuclear energy.

Kiewit Nuclear Solutions is seeking a Nuclear Market Strategy Leader-Business Line Manager to spearhead our efforts in the DOE, commercial nuclear and small modular reactor (SMR) markets. In this high-impact role, you will lead the development of a comprehensive market strategy and business plan, identifying key opportunities, building relationships with clients and partners, and guiding Kiewit’s approach to bidding, proposals, and contract negotiations. In this role, you’ll directly influence Kiewit’s success in the growing nuclear sector and help expand our portfolio of innovative energy solutions. You’ll lead a talented team, collaborate with multiple departments, and work with key industry partners to shape the future of nuclear energy.

Why This Role Might Be for You:

This position provides an exceptional opportunity for someone with a robust background in nuclear construction and business development to make a lasting impact at Kiewit Nuclear Solutions. You’ll be working on high-profile projects and shaping the strategic direction for one of the most innovative sectors in energy. If you have the qualifications and are excited about being a key player in the evolution of nuclear energy, we want to hear from you!

District Overview

Kiewit Nuclear Solutions. is a full-service engineering, project management, and construction provider operating across North America. Our experience and expertise span all aspects of the nuclear-related market from carbon-free, small modular reactors to Dept of Energy science, environmental and nuclear security mission capabilities. With these broad capabilities, we operate in the power utility, renewable energy, industrial, and infrastructure markets.  As part of Kiewit, we are integrated with 135 years of construction and engineering excellence that provides wholistic solutions, differentiating our team from the rest of the industry.

Our rapidly growing nuclear solutions business has opened new locations across North America to strengthen our market presence while executing work within the communities we live within and support. We are committed to build upon our history as one of the safest companies to work for by equipping our craft and staff with the best technology, processes, equipment, tools, and safety programs available.

We are an innovative team that prides itself on excellence through continuous improvement and an unwavering commitment to deliver for our clients. Our staff collaborates with Kiewit’s vast internal network of resources that span heavy civil and infrastructure, vertical and commercial buildings, industrial, as well our oil and gas and power generation markets, to drive safe and cost-effective solutions that achieve client expectations and further Kiewit’s core values of People, Integrity, Excellence, and Stewardship.

On our team, you will have the opportunity to see, design and construct more than you ever imagined. Working hard will not only bring you satisfaction from a job well done, but it will help propel your career forward faster than you might expect. Kiewit’s culture encourages training, developing your skills, and tailoring your experience and knowledge to allow you to take on projects that impact millions across North America. With top-notch health benefits, a wealth-building 401k plan, and unbeatable growth opportunities, joining Kiewit can bring a lifetime of personal success and satisfaction.

Location

This position is in Aiken, SC. One of the many things that makes Kiewit’s culture unique is that we go where the work is, which exposes your career to abundant opportunities. We relocate our teams based on the work that is available, combined with the development plans, skill sets and career goals of each team member. This means your Kiewit adventure is custom designed to meet our shared needs.

Responsibilities

• Market Strategy Development : Lead the creation of a robust market strategy, analyzing market data to identify trends, potential opportunities, and risks. You'll shape Kiewit’s path forward in the nuclear sector, including designing bidding strategies and establishing key client and partner relationships.

• Business Development Leadership : Manage a team of business development professionals, ensuring coordinated efforts across client engagement, proposal generation, and partnership development. You’ll ensure that the right resources are available to estimate and respond to RFPs.

• Client & Partner Engagement : Serve as the key point of contact for client decision-makers, original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), and third-party engineering partners, ensuring continuous engagement and maintaining strong, long-term relationships.

• Proposal Management : Oversee all proposals in your market segment, ensuring the content aligns with Kiewit's goals and that proposals are delivered on time and within budget. You’ll also work closely with proposal managers and marketing to create compelling deliverables.

• Contract Negotiation : Lead negotiations with clients, OEMs, and engineering partners, ensuring smooth contract finalization in collaboration with Operations and Legal.

• Resource Allocation & Budget Management : Take ownership of the proposal budget and resource utilization, ensuring optimal efficiency and alignment with the company’s capture objectives.

Qualifications

• Educational Background : A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a related technical field, with 15+ years of progressively complex experience in managing business development activities. A technical degree specifically related to the nuclear market is highly desirable.

• Experience : A proven track record in developing new business in the nuclear industry, particularly with experience in significant construction work on nuclear facilities. Candidates with prior success in Design/Build, EPC, and Construction Management projects for commercial nuclear and small modular reactor (SMR) markets will be highly regarded.

• Strategic Vision : Demonstrated ability to develop and execute strategies and secure commercial transactions within the nuclear sector, particularly in high-value and complex projects, including those involving design engineering processes and construction management for nuclear facilities.

• Leadership and Communication Skills : Exceptional leadership, communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills. Must be adept at interfacing with cross-functional teams, management, clients, potential clients, government representatives, and other stakeholders at all levels. The ability to inspire collaboration and influence decision-making is key.

• Travel Flexibility : Willingness to travel as necessary to meet client demands and support project timelines. A flexible schedule is essential to align with project milestones and client needs.

• Technical Knowledge : In-depth understanding of design engineering processes in nuclear facilities and the ability to provide strategic input to guide Kiewit's continued growth in this specialized sector.

• Citizenship : Must be a sole U.S. citizen to comply with security and regulatory requirements within the nuclear industry.

• Productivity and Deadlines : Demonstrate the ability to work efficiently and meet deadlines without compromising quality. Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively to complete assignments on schedule.

• Safety and Compliance : Prioritize safety in all aspects of work. Understand and follow both oral and written instructions, including safety protocols, equipment handling, and company policies. Adhere to all safety standards to ensure a secure work environment.

• Adaptability : Willingness to work at different locations, with varying conditions, and the ability to adapt to the unique demands of each project. Conditions may vary, and the ability to remain flexible and focused is essential.

Other Requirements:

• Regular, reliable attendance

• Work productively and meet deadlines timely

• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.

• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.

• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.

• May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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Company: Kiewit