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Commercial Director, Strategic Projects

Westinghouse Electric·Cranberry Township·Posted July 2026
Nuclear industryUS only

About this role

Lead commercial strategy and execution for large, high-value nuclear projects at Westinghouse, including power uprates, Super Uprates, plant modernizations, and life-extensions. Own the end-to-end commercial lifecycle from opportunity identification through contract signature, reporting to VP Commercial, Strategic Projects. Shape winning strategies, build executive-level utility relationships, and deliver differentiated value propositions across Westinghouse's nuclear service portfolio.

Responsibilities

  • Shape winning capture strategies and deliver differentiated, value-based solutions to nuclear utilities; own full commercial lifecycle from opportunity identification through contract signature and project handover
  • Lead commercial execution for high-value, complex programs including power uprates, Super Uprates, major component replacements, plant modernizations, and life-extensions
  • Engage customers early to shape technical concepts, commercial frameworks, and decision criteria; position Westinghouse proactively in customer decision processes
  • Lead cross-Business Unit commercial integration for strategic programs across Engineered Solutions, Fuels, Instrumentation & Control, and Outage & Maintenance Services
  • Build and sustain executive-level relationships with nuclear utilities, government agencies, and industry stakeholders; represent Westinghouse at industry forums and conferences
  • Assess nuclear market dynamics including uprate drivers, customer priorities, competitive positioning, and regulatory developments in collaboration with Global Markets team
  • Lead complex commercial negotiations with Legal, Finance, Engineering, Risk, and Project teams; structure competitively viable agreements balancing customer value and financial performance
  • Maintain disciplined opportunity management in D365; provide accurate sales forecasting, pipeline management, and proposal status reporting to senior leadership
  • Lead proposal strategy and approval activities in coordination with cross-functional teams; maintain deep knowledge of Westinghouse services, technologies, and competitive offerings

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or related field
  • 10+ years of progressive experience in commercial leadership, sales, business development, or project management within nuclear or energy sector
  • Demonstrated experience with large, complex, high-value nuclear programs (power uprates, plant modernization, life-extension, major modifications)
  • Demonstrated international commercial experience
  • Proven track record of securing complex, multi-million dollar contracts and strategic programs
  • Strong understanding of nuclear power plant operations, safety culture, and regulatory frameworks
  • Advanced negotiation skills and experience structuring complex commercial agreements

Desired

Advanced degree in Engineering, Business, or related field

Location

Remote, anywhere in the United States; up to 50% travel

Job details

FieldAdministrative
Salary$155k–$172k/yr
LocationCranberry Township
IndustryNuclear energy
PostedJul 2026

Skills & Tools

Power UpratesPlant ModernizationCommercial StrategyNuclear Regulatory Frameworks

About the company

Westinghouse Electric

The world's leading nuclear energy company, supplying nuclear fuel, plant design, engineering and plant services to utilities worldwide. Headquartered in Cranberry Township, PA.

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