Area Manager / Vice President, Field Operations-Kiewit Nuclear Solutions

Area Manager / Vice President, Field Operations-Kiewit Nuclear Solutions

Location: Oak Ridge, TN, US Lenexa, KS, US Aiken, SC, US Idaho Falls, ID, US

Position Overview: The Area Manager / Vice President, Field Operations provides executive leadership and performance accountability for a portfolio of EPC construction projects across all phases of development and execution. This role serves as the primary level of off-project leadership, ensuring disciplined execution, safety excellence, and sustained financial performance. The role ensures the execution of all applicable corporate processes, procedures and standards across all active projects and pursuits. The position acts as a critical link between project teams, business leadership, and executive decision-making, while fostering high-performing teams and developing future leaders.

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.

Location: This position can be located in Aiken, SC, Oak Ridge, TN, Lenexa, KS, or Idaho Falls, ID. Other locations may be considered. 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: Provide executive leadership and accountability for a portfolio of EPC construction projects. Serve as the primary off-project leader for clients, partners, and internal stakeholders. Ensure projects are appropriately prioritized, resourced, and aligned with organizational objectives. Oversee project governance, risk management, and resolution of complex or escalated issues. Provide financial oversight and accountability for project P&L performance. Establish organizational structures and resolve cross-project resource constraints. Ensure compliance with corporate safety, quality, and people management standards. Engage with project teams to proactively identify risks, resolve challenges, and implement strategic solutions. Mentor and develop project leadership to build organizational capability and succession.

Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, business, or related field. Minimum 15 years of EPC project execution experience, including leadership of large, complex projects. Demonstrated ability to lead diverse teams and influence executive-level decision-making. Strong financial acumen and experience managing project P&L performance. Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and organizational leadership skills. Ability to travel at least two weeks out of the month and as required to support project and business needs.

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.