Major Projects Site Director

Perry, OH - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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Job Summary

The Site Director provides executive leadership for the multi-billion-dollar Extended Power Uprate (EPU) project at Perry. Accountable for all site activities across engineering licensing procurement construction and operations the Site Director ensures safe high-quality and timely execution of more than 100 major modifications. This role is responsible for aligning site execution with Vistras corporate strategy NRC requirements and fleet governance while serving as the primary interface with EPC partners OEMs regulators and senior leadership. Given the projects magnitude and cost the Site Director plays a critical role in driving risk-informed decisions ensuring budget discipline and sustaining performance excellence under highly complex technical and regulatory conditions.

Job Description

Key Accountabilities

Lead implementation of major plant modifications that enhance safety improve operational efficiency and resolve long-standing equipment reliability issues across a multi-billion-dollar scope.
Apply deep technical understanding of nuclear plant programs processes and procedures to guide execution of highly complex engineering and construction activities.
Demonstrate recognized professional standing and thought leadership through original contributions to nuclear plant uprate projects and industry forums.
Exhibit clear and logical decision-making in high-stress situations managing complex technical problems while directing a multi-discipline team of professionals.
Advise negotiate and resolve conflicts with internal and external stakeholders; effectively interface with major EPC contractors and industry partners to support both operating and outage activities.
Inspire and motivate managers and project managers to achieve excellence in safety quality cost and schedule.
Foster a culture that values diversity inclusion and collaboration across all levels of the project team.
Represent Vistra in INPO and other industry project management forums ensuring alignment with best practices and continuous improvement benchmarks.

Education Experience & Skill Requirements

15 years in the nuclear power industry with increasing responsibility in project management engineering licensing procurement contract management and nuclear operations. Minimum 710 years of leadership on large-scale capital projects (> $1B) including Extended Power Uprates or new nuclear construction.
Industry Knowledge: Deep understanding of NRC regulations INPO standards and nuclear licensing processes with current knowledge of the U.S. electricity industry and competitive energy markets.
Bachelors degree in Engineering (Nuclear Mechanical Civil or Electrical preferred). Advanced degree in Engineering Business or Project Management desirable.
Certifications: Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certification strongly preferred.
Additional Requirements: Proven track record of executive-level stakeholder engagement regulatory interface and successful delivery of complex nuclear projects with >100 major modifications.

Key Metrics

Safety & Compliance Zero violations; full adherence to NRC INPO and NQA-1 standards.
Schedule Performance On-time completion of EPU milestones and outage deliverables with no downstream delays.
Cost Management 95% budget adherence across $1B scope; proactive variance tracking and mitigation.
Quality & Execution 100 major modifications completed with minimal corrective actions and proven long-term operability.
Stakeholder Confidence High confidence from executives EPC partners and regulators through transparent reporting and timely NRC approvals.

Job Family

Plant Operations

Company

Vistra Nuclear Operations Company

Locations

Perry Ohio

Ohio

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