Day & Zimmermann · 16 hours ago
Director, Business Development –Nuclear Infrastructure & New Build
United States
Full-time
Remote
Director/Executive
$152K/yr - $228K/yr
9+ years expDay & Zimmermann is a leading provider in maintenance and construction services, focused on innovative solutions for the Power, Chemical, and Industrial markets. The Director, Business Development – Nuclear Infrastructure & New Build is responsible for shaping and closing large nuclear opportunities, developing strategic partnerships, and leading business development efforts in the nuclear sector.
CommunitiesInformation Technology
Hiring Manager
Katie Moeller
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain trusted executive-level relationships with utility leadership, developers, OEMs, fuel cycle providers, and government stakeholders (e.g., CNO, VP Nuclear, program executives)
Identify and shape new nuclear build and infrastructure opportunities prior to RFP issuance, influencing scope, delivery model, and risk allocation
Position Day & Zimmermann as a strategic partner in nuclear infrastructure, not simply a services provider
Lead opportunity qualification, capture strategy, and commercial positioning for large-capex, long-cycle nuclear projects
Structure and negotiate strategic alliances, joint pursuits, and teaming agreements with OEMs, developers, and supply-chain partners
Take a lead role in commercial negotiations, including pricing strategy, risk-sharing models, and long-term agreements
Drive business development efforts related to new nuclear builds (SMRs, Gen III+/Gen IV, FOAK projects)
Nuclear fuel cycle and infrastructure (enrichment, fabrication, conversion, storage)
Long-lead nuclear facilities and strategic supply-chain investments
Maintain a working understanding of regulatory, geopolitical, and policy drivers affecting nuclear infrastructure markets
Partner with operations, engineering, and project delivery teams to ensure pursuits are executable and aligned with company capabilities
Remove internal roadblocks, manage risk escalation, and support successful contract execution post-award
Provide market insight to leadership to inform investment, capability development, and strategic direction
Qualification
Required
9–12+ years of progressive business development or strategic commercial experience in the nuclear industry or adjacent regulated infrastructure sectors
Demonstrated success with long-cycle, high-value ($15M+ annual targets) sales or deal leadership
Direct involvement in new nuclear build, nuclear infrastructure, fuel cycle, or FOAK projects
Proven ability to sell without reliance on transactional RFPs
Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or related field (10-15 years relevant experience as an alternate)
Ability to perform visual acuity tasks
Ability to walk
Manual dexterity
Ability to hear
Ability to talk
Capacity to think, concentrate and focus for long periods of time
Ability to read complex documents in the English language
Capacity to reason and make sound decisions
Ability to write complex documents in the English language
Capacity to express thoughts orally
Ability to regularly perform all job functions at Company's office or worksite
Preferred
Advanced degree preferred but not required
Benefits
Medical/Rx
Dental and vision coverage
Life, AD&D and disability insurance
Flexible spending accounts
100% paid maternity leave for up to 12 weeks
Parental leave
Family leave
Other paid time off
Voluntary benefits
Discount programs to meet our employees’ individual needs including pet insurance for our furry family members
Company
Day & Zimmermann
Day & Zimmermann specializes in construction & engineering, staffing, and defense solutions for corporations and governments.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Joseph Ritzel
SVP Finance and CFO
Michael Yoh
Executive Vice President
Recent News
2026-01-07
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