Projects Director, Federal Compliance

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a Project Director, Federal Compliance to lead the design, development, and execution of a federal compliance framework within the U.S. Nuclear business segment. This role is instrumental in shaping best practices, mitigating compliance risks, and establishing a mature, sustainable Compliance Management Program . Relocation assistance is available for those relocating to the Charlotte, NC area.

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to build something from the ground up —developing a compliance program in a dynamic, evolving environment. While backed by a 150+ year-old stable organization , this role will feel like working in a startup-like setting , offering autonomy, ownership, and the chance to make a lasting impact .

Key Responsibilities :

Design & Implement short- and long-term federal compliance strategies for the U.S. Nuclear division.

Build & Lead a compliance team, defining job roles and responsibilities.

Develop & Execute plans to ensure successful project delivery and transition into a mature compliance program.

Establish Key Relationships with federal clients, suppliers, and regulatory bodies.

Monitor Compliance Risks and proactively develop mitigation strategies.

Manage Budgets & Reporting to ensure financial discipline and transparency.

Contribute to Federal Services Leadership and support business expansion efforts.

Provide Leadership & Succession Planning for key compliance management positions.

Ideal Profile :

Ownership Mentality – You take initiative and thrive in shaping new processes.

Collaborative Leader – You enjoy working across teams to build scalable solutions.

Industry Expertise – Experience in nuclear is preferred, but candidates from heavy industrial sectors will also be considered.

Strategic Thinker – You understand compliance beyond regulations and can integrate it into business growth.

Change Management Experience – You know how to influence senior stakeholders and drive transformation.

Qualifications :

Bachelor’s degree required; J.D., MBA, or advanced degree preferred .

12+ years of experience managing large, complex federal compliance projects (preferably in Construction, Engineering, or Nuclear).

Experience in U.S. defense contracting and compliance.

Strong knowledge of FAR, DFAR, EAR, ITAR, DEAR, and GSA regulations .

Understanding of export law, cybersecurity regulations, and foreign ownership control (FOCI) .

Extensive experience working with senior executive leadership and regulatory bodies.

If you're looking for an opportunity to build, lead, and shape the future of federal compliance in a high-impact role, apply today!