Senior Business Development Director – Nuclear Fuel Cycle

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Tennessee.

📋 Description

• Accountable for identifying, assessing, and securing new business opportunities while fostering relationships with potential clients and partners.

• Educates customers and partners about products and services that align with their business needs.

• Engages in strategic planning for Commercial Nuclear Services within the United States.

• Reports directly to the Chief Growth Officer (CGO) and aids in developing the growth strategy for designated markets.

• Directs business development initiatives for the Commercial Nuclear sector, particularly focusing on commercial nuclear fuel cycle projects.

• Secures new business within this segment to ensure the ongoing financial health of the company.

• Cultivates successful business relationships by presenting a compelling value proposition to customers and potential business partners.

• Creates, sustains, and enhances a robust professional network and customer relationships.

• Coordinates company resources to pursue and secure new work opportunities.

• Formulates capture plans for specific targets that encompass opportunities, preferred strategies, competitive analyses, and business fundamentals.

• Identifies teaming partners, formulates teaming agreements, and acquires necessary internal support and approvals.

• Collects market segment and customer intelligence.

• Engages in strategic planning alongside the leadership team.

• Oversees the content of proposals being developed.

• Manages and supports proposal efforts aimed at winning new contracts for the organization.

• Responsible for securing all necessary approvals on proposals prior to submission.

• Facilitates the delivery of proposals to customers and engages with them regarding requests and issues.

• Possesses a broad understanding of customer contracts and business planning activities.

• Leverages corporate resources to ensure proper handling of contract terms and conditions.

• Collaborates with company technical experts and Operations staff to devise solutions to customer challenges.

• Undertakes additional responsibilities as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a pertinent scientific field is required.

• At least 15 years of experience in the commercial nuclear sector.

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in roles related to nuclear fuel cycle facilities.

• Extensive experience in interfacing with executives.

• Knowledge and familiarity with the commercial nuclear purchasing process.

• Preferred experience in an on-site fuel cycle plant or customer-facing role as a vendor.

• Preferred experience related to the nuclear fuel cycle (e.g., conversion, enrichment, deconversion, fuel manufacturing).

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in business development is preferred.

• A strong network of relationships throughout the nuclear fuel cycle industry.

• Knowledge of commercial Nuclear Fuel Cycle Operations.

• Awareness of current commercial nuclear challenges and business drivers.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Strong interpersonal skills are essential, both within the internal AtkinsRéalis team and in interactions with customers.

• Exceptional problem-solving abilities.

• Advanced presentation skills are necessary.

• Must be a U.S. citizen to be eligible for consideration.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.

• Company-funded life insurance and short- and long-term disability benefits.

• Employer-matched 401(k) plan with 100% vesting.

• Employee stock purchase program.

• Paid Time Off.

• Options for leaves of absence.

• Flexible work arrangements.

• Recognition and employee satisfaction initiatives.

• Employee assistance program.

• Voluntary benefits.