VP, Commercial- Nuclear Development

Summary

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement negotiation strategies that ensure the achievement of organizational objectives and compliance with governance frameworks.
• Lead the structuring and negotiation of commercial agreements to align incentives allocate risks appropriately and protect long-term project value.
• Execute and finalize complex commercial negotiations in alignment with approved strategy and governance frameworks.
• Work within established governance frameworks as lead negotiator partnering closely with Legal Finance Procurement and executive leadership.
• Provide commercial assurance insights and recommendations to the executive leadership.
• Ensure alignment of commercial terms with regulatory requirements public funding sources (as applicable) and long-term project objectives.
• Oversee monitoring of commercial performance contractual obligations and cost exposure across major partners and vendors.
• Build strong durable commercial relationships with counterparties while maintaining disciplined risk management acting as a primary point of contact for high-level commercial negotiations and relationship management.
• Lead and mentor junior commercial staff fostering a culture of excellence and ensuring the quality and consistency of commercial outputs.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Deep expertise in commercial strategy contract negotiation and risk-sharing mechanisms for large complex capital projects.
• Proven track record in structuring and finalizing complex commercial agreements.
• Strong financial acumen to assess cost value and long-term implications of commercial decisions.
• Ability to leverage both extensive experience and proven track record in establishing and maintaining credibility with senior stakeholders and high-level counterparties.
• Ability to operate effectively within complex governance and regulatory environments.
• Demonstrated ability in paying meticulous attention to detail in all aspects of commercial strategy and negotiations.
• Exceptional communication skills including strong business writing and verbal presentation abilities Proven ability to manage multiple workstreams and deadlines.
• Excellent leadership and coaching skills to support and develop staff members.

Education Experience and Certifications

• Bachelors degree required in Business Finance Engineering or relevant field; Masters degree preferred
• Minimum 8 years of experience preferred in commercial procurement or contract-related work for large capital programs
• Minimum 3 years of experience preferred in managing employees or leading a team
• Experience in utilities or energy sector preferred

Physical Requirements

Up to 10% travel primarily within NY State.