Senior Program Manager, Commissioning & Startup

Job Description Summary

The Senior Program Manager, Commissioning & Startup for the BWRX-300 will be responsible for supporting the BWRX-300 Operations Leader in coordinating and overseeing the successful execution of the BWRX-300 Commissioning and Startup program. In this role, the Senior Program Manager, Commissioning & Startup will bridge across the coalition that is Engineering, Construction and Licensee; and manage the cross functional efforts required to ensure the successful launch of the BWRX-300 Commissioning & Startup Program.

The Commissioning & Startup Program is complex and under development for BWRX-300, with various stakeholders and partners. The Program includes turnover from construction, component testing, system/preoperational testing, and startup testing. The role depends on the deep understanding of Commissioning & Startup, plant operations and maintenance. Cross-functional leadership skills are required to drive vital focus and accountability for the things that matter most to the BWRX-300 Commissioning & Startup program success. This position will report into the GEH BWRX-300 Operations Leader, and work across the direct and indirect teams that are contributing to the BWRX-300.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

As the Senior Program Manager, Commissioning & Startup Leader for the BWRX-300, you will support the BWRX-300 Operations Leader in executing the following:

• The Commissioning & Startup Program includes turnover from construction, system flushing, component testing, system/preoperational testing, and startup testing.
• Development of Commissioning Program to include administrative manual/procedures, component testing, preoperational/system testing and startup procedures.
• Manage cross-functional program execution, including commissioning and startup development strategy, programs, and procedures, to launch a successful program.
• Serve as the interface for GVH with construction and licensee for commissioning and startup program.
• Develop best practices/lessons learned matrix/processes for commissioning and startup development.
• Advise on commissioning and startup program and schedule.
• Develop risk assessment for commissioning and startup program.
• Establish consistent practices across the X-300 program in the following areas:
  • Commissioning Program/Procedure Structure
  • Commissioning Project controls/scheduling
  • Commissioning Project reporting/communication
  • Customer interface
  • Stakeholder alignment
  • Functional support integration
  • Issue Resolution/Problem solving process.
  • Project decision making

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent work experience specifically in commissioning/startup of new nuclear plants.
• Significant relevant experience in commissioning and startup.
• At least 10 years of experience in nuclear programs or operations, including 5 years in new plant commissioning/startup.
• Senior Reactor Operator License is strongly desired.

• Candidates willing to relocate to the Wilmington, NC area will be prioritized.
• Hybrid work schedule is flexible for the right candidate.
• Periodic travel to Canada also required

• Proven ability to work collaboratively horizontally across a business including listening and problem-solving around complex strategies and projects.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to balance thought leadership, continuous learning, and improvement with demonstrated results.
• Demonstrated knowledge of an overall program vision and ability to align resources, processes, and outcomes to that vision.
• Able to leverage lean thinking, culture and tools into strategy development and problem solving.
• Strong technical and analytical aptitude to understand and articulate complicated tradeoffs.
• Ability to articulate information effectively and concisely, both written and verbal, to team members, senior management, and customers
• Skilled communicator capable of listening to multiple perspectives and incorporating into a balanced approach that optimizes the outcome.
• Skilled in understanding of plant component and system operation, use of plant documents and drawings to support commissioning and startup program.