Manager, Development

Why This Role Is Critical

As the need for nuclear energy grows, the future couldn’t be brighter. Join our vital mission to create lasting solutions for our planet’s greatest challenges. In this role, you are ready to shape the future of clean energy and make a long‑lasting global impact. With us, anticipate engaging and challenging projects that deliver innovative solutions and value‑added technologies helping power more than 38 million North American homes.

• Provides leadership and manages BU strategic activities for one or more accounts.
• Supervises PMs and holds them accountable for preparing project plans/schedules/materials to achieve project quality, reliability, cost and timing objectives utilizing approved project management methods and processes.
• Works with Framatome stakeholders to develop business and provide individualized care and attention to customers while implementing business development initiatives and supporting major proposals.
• Develops assignments, timetables and responsibilities for project managers on team.
• Mentors PMs in key activities including organizing and directing personnel, materials and equipment; utilizes team building skills to ensure satisfactory contract/project performance. Exercises independent judgment and issue resolution, while keeping management informed.
• Manages cash flow and ensures attainment of expected cash position for utility accounts (fuel contracts and short‑cycle sales).

Required Experience:

• Nuclear Fuel Fabrication and engineering services
• Direct Experience as a PM managing major projects
• Direct experience negotiating contracts and customer claims

Preferred Experience:

• Direct experience in the commercial dealings of the nuclear fuel industry
• Certified within Framatome as Level B PM and as PMP by PMI
• Excellent knowledge of major PM plan development, implementation and administration including knowledge of sector and project processes, procedures and tools
• Good knowledge of nuclear safety issues and requirements
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work effectively with all levels of staff & management
• Ability to cultivate and maintain strong customer relationships
• Experience with international clients and staff
• Experience in the management of integrated multiple sub‑projects and project implementation strategy
• Direct experience identifying and mitigating contract and project risks
• Existing relationships with Duke, Constellation, Entergy, VISTRA, Holtec, and/or NuScale management

Key

Competencies:

• People management
• Strategic orientation
• Results oriented
• Develop Talent
• Building Networks
• Customer Orientation
• Leading change
• Flexibility
• Innovation
• Strong business acumen and managerial courage

BA/BS in Business, Engineering or similar field, or comparable experience in lieu of degree, plus a minimum of 15 years of related work experience. An advanced degree (MS or MBA) may substitute for 1‑2 years of related work experience. Framatome LSS Black Belt certification preferred.

• Salary: $146,000 - $206,000, and may also include annual incentives and performance bonuses. The base salary range is a guideline. Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies and work location.
• Health & Wellness: Multiple medical plan options, dental & vision coverage, life insurance, long‑ and short‑term disability, and optional supplemental plans (critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity, dependent life).
• Retirement: 401(k) with employer match.
• Paid Time Off: Up to 3 weeks of vacation, 8 sick days, and 13 paid holidays annually.
• Extra Perks: Lifestyle spending account, employer paid mental health support, education reimbursement, professional development opportunities, adoption assistance, parental leave, and employee assistance programs.

Framatome has been shaping the future of nuclear energy in the U.S. for more than 60 years. Framatome Inc. is headquartered in Lynchburg, Virginia, with more than 2,400+ employees across North America supporting nearly every nuclear plant in the nation.

From our facilities in Virginia, Washington, North…