Director, Project & Program Management - Nuclear Projects & Field Services

BWXT Canada Ltd. (BWXT Canada) has over 60 years of expertise and experience in the design, manufacturing, commissioning and service of nuclear power generation equipment. This includes steam generators, nuclear fuel and fuel components, critical plant components, parts and related plant services. BWXT Canada’s subsidiary, BWXT Medical Ltd. (BWXT Medical) provides its customers, who conduct life‑saving medical procedures for patients around the world, the benefit of decades of experience in the development, manufacturing, packaging and delivery of medical isotopes and radiopharmaceuticals.

Headquartered in Cambridge, Ontario, BWXT in Canada has approximately 1,800 employees at locations in Peterborough, Toronto, Arnprior, Brampton, Port Elgin, Owen Sound, Kanata and Oakville, Ontario and Vancouver, British Columbia. BWXT Canada is a subsidiary of BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT). Follow us on Twitter @BWXT and learn more at

Welcome to BWXT
We believe in empowering our employees and cultivating a dynamic workplace that fosters growth and collaboration. Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting your career, you’ll find opportunities to challenge yourself, learn from seasoned experts, and contribute to nuclear innovation. We require a diverse range of skills to support our work in the markets that drive our business and welcome candidates from all backgrounds and life stages who are passionate about making a difference.

Position Overview
As our Director, Project & Program Management – Projects & Field Services you will be responsible for establishing and maintaining excellence in the delivery and performance of program and project management across all Field Services programs and projects within the Projects & Field Services division of BWXT Canada. This leadership role encompasses the development and maintenance of core Program and Project Management processes and procedures, as well as the training of project management personnel.

In this capacity, the Director of Project & Program Management will be responsible and accountable for:
Manage the organization, performance, and operational aspects of project management within the Projects & Field Services division;
Ensure accountability for project delivery performance, including profit and loss for Field Services programs and projects, encompassing parts and equipment sales;
Directly manage project managers assigned to Field Services programs, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement;
Develop and maintain strong relationships with management and executive level customers, ensuring alignment with their strategic goals;
Drive the expansion of existing Field Services business and identify new business opportunities with both existing and potential customers;
Collaborate with the Projects & Field Services Management Team to ensure project operational readiness and provide oversight for active field projects;
Engage regularly with customer Vice Presidents and maintain open lines of communication with senior management on the customer side;
Lead the proposal development process and oversee project execution to ensure alignment with customer expectations and organizational objectives. Lead the Projects & Field Services Excellence Program (Performance Excellence; Technology Excellence; and Business Operations Excellence).

As a key member of the management team, you will implement strategies to sustain and grow the service business within this sector, ensuring that BWXT Projects & Field Services remains a leader in project delivery excellence.

Location
Cambridge ON

Your Day to Day as our Director, Project & Program Management – Projects & Field Services

Reports to the Executive Vice President, Projects and Field Services.

Member of the Projects and Field Services senior leadership team.

Typically leads a team of approximately 10-15 full‑time and contract Project Managers who may be junior or senior.

Responsible for leading commercial negotiations for all field service contracts, resolving contractual issues and disputes.

This position aligns with customer Vice Presidents and has regular formal communication with customer…