Full-Time

Construction Manager

Posted on 8/19/2025

The Nuclear Company

The Nuclear Company

51-200 employees

Deploys large-scale nuclear power plants

Compensation Overview

$150k - $173k/bi-wk

Columbia, SC, USA

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Category
Architecture & Civil Engineering (1)
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 7 years of experience in construction management, preferably in the nuclear or power generation industry.
  • Strong knowledge of construction processes, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Responsibilities
  • Oversee and manage all construction activities for nuclear projects from inception to completion.
  • Develop and implement construction plans, schedules, and budgets.
  • Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment between construction activities and project designs.
  • Ensure compliance with industry standards, codes, and regulations, including NRC requirements.
  • Conduct site inspections and audits to monitor construction progress and quality.
  • Identify and resolve construction-related issues and implement corrective actions as needed.
  • Manage subcontractors and construction personnel, providing guidance and support to ensure effective delivery of project objectives.
  • Maintain detailed records of construction activities and documentation.
  • Lead initiatives to improve construction processes and outcomes through best practices.
  • Ensure adherence to safety protocols and procedures to maintain a safe work environment.
Desired Qualifications
  • Professional certifications (e.g., PMP, CCM) are a plus.

The Nuclear Company develops and deploys nuclear power plants at large scale. It uses a 'design once, build many' approach and relies on approved, licensed technology already in operation in the United States to deliver safe, reliable electricity to utilities. The company partners with experienced firms to reduce the risks of big nuclear projects and uses modernized engineering, procurement, and construction methods to lower costs and speed deployment. Its core offering is building and operating nuclear facilities that provide baseload power, helping utilities meet rising demand while cutting greenhouse gas emissions. The company’s goal is to secure a stable, clean energy future by providing abundant, dependable nuclear power at the lowest possible cost.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

Series A

Total Funding

$71M

Headquarters

Lexington, Kentucky

Founded

2023

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Westinghouse AP1000 and AP300 projects expand TNC's execution pipeline.
  • NOS Security can become a recurring product for utilities and allied partners.
  • V.C. Summer success would validate TNC's design-once, build-many model.

What critics are saying

  • V.C. Summer still needs approvals, definitive agreements, and final investment decision.
  • A single construction failure would destroy TNC's credibility with utilities and financiers.
  • NRC scrutiny, licensing delays, or security incidents can halt projects and sales.

What makes The Nuclear Company unique

  • TNC pairs nuclear project delivery with proprietary NOS software and security platforms.
  • Its founders include Vogtle Units 3 and 4 execution veterans.
  • Brookfield selected TNC to manage V.C. Summer Units 2 and 3.

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