Director, Steam Generator

About the role

Aecon is seeking a Director, Steam Generator to lead Aecon's support to Steam Generator Team LLC for the execution of Steam Generator Replacement projects across the entire project lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for Aecon support of Steam Generator Team in the development of a comprehensive US Steam Generator Replacement (SGR) market strategy.
• Work with Steam Generator Team and JV partner to build strategic partnerships to strengthen market position and delivery capability.
• Oversee Aecon’s input into bid preparation, pricing strategies, and commercial negotiations to secure profitable contracts, and review overall Steam Generator Team estimates and bids.
• Act in concert with Steam Generator Team to as an executive liaison for utilities and nuclear plant owners.
• Participate in Steam Generator Team client relations initiatives to develop and maintain strong, trust-based relationships with client leadership teams.
• Ensure proactive communication and issue resolution to support client satisfaction and confidence.
• Represent Aecon and Steam Generator Team at industry forums, conferences, and stakeholder meetings, as needed.
• Build and lead high-performing, multidisciplinary teams needed to support execution of Steam Generator Team scope of work across engineering, construction, and commercial functions.
• Promote and foster a culture of safety, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement, within Aecon and Steam Generator Team.
• Mentor senior leaders and develop succession plans to ensure long-term organizational capability.
• Support Steam Generator Team readiness activities for major outages and replacements, including tooling, logistics, and staffing.
• Participate in the development and review of Steam Generator Team’s integrated project estimates and schedules, providing Aecon input across all phases of work.
• Represent Aecon through participation in Steam Generator Team processes to ensure SGT meets project commitments.
• Identify and drive resolution of critical issues and escalate decisions to executive leadership when necessary.
• Ensure Steam Generator Team’s resources support Steam Generator Team’s safety processes in building a nuclear safety culture and enforce adherence to regulatory requirements.
• Monitor Steam Generator Team performance to ensure compliance to Steam Generator Team’s quality assurance programs and client specifications.
• Work with the Steam Generator Team management team to promote human performance principles and maintain zero-tolerance for safety violations.
• Own P&L accountability for Aecon portion of Steam Generator Team performed work on US SGR projects, ensuring delivery within approved margin and risk profiles.
• Participate in Steam Generator Team contract negotiations, change orders, and claims management strategies; on behalf of Aecon for US projects.
• Ensure accurate forecasting, cash flow management, and cost control processes are maintained by Steam Generator Team for US SGR projects.
• Ensure Steam Generator Team remains in compliance with audit requirements and internal financial governance for Aecon.

Qualifications

• 15+ years in large EPC or nuclear projects, with Steam Generator Replacement experience.
• Proven success in business development and client engagement.
• Strong leadership and team-building skills.
• Commercial expertise in contracts, risk, and project governance.
• Willingness to travel extensively.