Lead Operations Specialist

LEAD OPERATIONS SPECIALIST

Working Title: TURNOVER COORDINATOR

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

• Scheduling and participating in turnover walkdowns.
• Developing turnover packages to present to the appropriate accepting organization using the required turnover forms.
• Coordinating with the accepting organization to compile a turnover punch list.
• Facilitate designating each punch list item as either “A” or “B” punch list items.
• Notifying the accepting organization an SSC(s) is ready for turnover.
• Requesting the Facility Manager to determine if a Final Acceptance Inspection in accordance with Manual 8Q, Procedure 51 is required when Operations is the accepting organization.
• Prepare and document all required turnover deliverables, including as-built drawings, equipment lists, and operational manuals.
• Ensure all turnover activities meet nuclear regulatory requirements and safety standards.
• Liaise with contractors, vendors, and internal teams to confirm completion of work, resolve documentation discrepancies, and verify readiness for handover.
• Maintain accurate records for audits, inspections, and future operations.

ADDITIONAL EDUCATION — PREFERRED

• 4 Year Degree preferred but not required.

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS — PREFERRED

• Strong understanding of nuclear facility operations and regulatory compliance.
• Experience with turnover documentation and project closeout processes.
• Proficiency in engineering drawings, manuals, and compliance checklists.
• 1–3 years of experience in industrial construction, completions, turnover, or QA/QC.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Primavera P6.
• Fundamental understanding of turnover documentation, commissioning, and quality compliance.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Excellent communication and coordination skills to manage cross-functional teams.
• Ability to work in highly regulated environments with attention to detail and safety.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret project turnover requirements and resolve documentation discrepancies.
• Ability to make independent decisions regarding compliance enforcement and corrective action recommendations.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for coordinating with project teams, subcontractors, and owner representatives.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while managing competing priorities.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Able to easily navigate on foot the tasks of an operating construction site daily, to include:
• Walking, climbing, stooping, and standing in a large-scale construction project environment.
• Climbing stairs and scaffolding, walking through uneven and rough terrain, and entering confined spaces (as necessary).
• Performing the essential job functions consistently, safely, and successfully with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.

ADDITIONAL WORK REQUIREMENTS

• Strict adherence to safety rules and regulations, including wearing safety equipment.
• Evening and weekend hours depending on construction/Commissioning schedule.
• Area Security Access: Clearance “Q” required. Subcontractor must have an active eFOCI and approved Facility Level Clearance with DOE / NNSA.
• Business Travel Justification: Travel may be required to support benchmarking to ensure best practices are being utilized for HFTOC commissioning.