Category Manager, Capital Equipment & Construction

At BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT), we are People Strong, Innovation Driven. A U.S.-based company, BWXT is a Fortune 1000 and Defense News Top 100 manufacturing and engineering innovator that provides safe and effective nuclear solutions for global security, clean energy, environmental restoration, nuclear medicine and space exploration. With more than 7,800 employees, BWXT has 14 major operating sites in the U.S., Canada and the U.K. We are the sole manufacturer of naval nuclear reactors for U.S. submarines and aircraft carriers. Our company supplies precision manufactured components, services and fuel for the commercial nuclear power industry across four continents. Our joint ventures provide environmental restoration and operations management at a dozen U.S. Department of Energy and NASA facilities. BWXT’s technology is driving advances in medical radioisotope production in North America and microreactors for various defense and space applications. For more information, visit www.bwxt.com. Follow us on LinkedIn, X, Facebook and Instagram.

 

 

 

BWX Technologies, Inc. is currently seeking a Category Manager, Capital Equipment & Construction for its Charlotte, NC location! This is a hybrid work opportunity. 

 

The Category Manager, Capital Equipment & Construction manages procurement processes and oversight for capital projects, ensures compliance with federal, state, and contractual requirements, and oversees contractor performance. Additionally, it provides strategic oversight of commercial lease agreements, acting as the primary point of contact for lease administration and negotiations. The position requires close collaboration with internal stakeholders, including legal, finance, engineering, and operations teams, to align procurement strategies with organizational objectives.

 

Essential Functions/Responsibilities:

Procurement Strategy & Compliance:

• Partners with internal stakeholders—such as finance, legal, and operational teams—to assess procurement needs and determine the most effective sourcing strategy.
• Develops and issues Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and bid documents to solicit competitive bids from qualified vendors.
• Collaborates with regulatory and compliance teams to ensure adherence to procurement policies and applicable federal/state regulations.

Contract Administration & Supplier Management:

• Works closely with project managers and legal teams to monitor contractor performance, ensuring compliance with contract terms, including change orders, delays, claims, and settlements.
• Maintains thorough records on contract administration actions and collaborates with finance teams to resolve contractor payment inquiries.
• Facilitates coordination between suppliers and operational teams to address post-project completion issues efficiently.

Capital Project Oversight:

• Provides oversight of capital projects, including major equipment acquisitions and construction initiatives, working alongside facilities engineers and procurement specialists to align investment decisions with organizational goals.

Commercial Real Estate Lease Management:

• Leads negotiations and manages commercial lease agreements, ensuring optimal financial and operational outcomes in partnership with finance and legal teams.
• Tracks and administers all lease-related obligations, including tenant improvements (TI), rent abatement, renewals, and compliance requirements, while keeping leadership informed of upcoming lease actions.
• Serves as the escalation point for lease-related concerns, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to develop resolution strategies. 

 

Required Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, economics, real estate, engineering, or relevant field.
• 10 years of experience in procurement with a focus on capital equipment, construction projects, and/or commercial real estate. Similar experience in other related fields may also be considered.
• Ability to travel 30% - 40% annually.
• Excellent communic