Bio: Tom brings nearly 40 years of leadership in global nuclear operations, strategic planning and advanced modular reactor technologies. He has led cross-functional teams, integrated AI into nuclear design and driven market expansion, operational excellence and regulatory collaboration. His career spans senior roles at Bechtel, Google and X-energy, including leadership of major DOE nuclear projects and carbon-free data center initiatives. He joined Kiewit in 2025 as the SVP, Nuclear Strategies and Technologies, shaping nuclear growth aligned with evolving energy goals. Tom holds a BS in Civil Engineering, multiple PE licenses and relevant security clearances.

Membership Details

The Open Group Industrial Advanced Nuclear™ Consortium

Country: United States of America

Membership Level: Associate

Q. How long have you been involved with The Open Group?

Kiewit recently joined The Open Group as an Associate Member in 2025. I am looking forward to actively engaging with the community and contributing to discussions that shape the future of standardized nuclear and industrial solutions.

Q. What do you do, and how long have you been doing it?

 I currently serve as Senior Vice President, Nuclear Strategies and Technologies at Kiewit. I bring nearly four decades of experience in nuclear operations, strategic planning, advanced reactor technologies, and large-scale program execution. Throughout my career, I have led global teams, advanced modular reactor initiatives, integrated digital and AI-enabled solutions into nuclear design, and partnered with government and private-sector stakeholders to deliver complex, high-impact energy projects.

Q. Why did your organization become a Member of The Open Group Industrial Advanced Nuclear Consortium and what does/will your involvement look like? 

Kiewit recognizes that the global nuclear and industrial energy landscape is undergoing rapid transformation. As industries increasingly look toward nuclear energy for reliable, carbon-free power solutions, the need for standardization, interoperability, and scalable frameworks becomes critical. We joined The Open Group to collaborate with like-minded organizations in shaping practical standards that accelerate deployment, reduce risk, and enable repeatable, productized solutions. Our involvement will focus on contributing engineering, construction, and program delivery perspectives to help bridge strategy, design, and execution within emerging nuclear ecosystems.

Q. How has/will membership in The Open Group benefit you, your organization, and the industry at large?

Membership provides a collaborative platform to engage with technology leaders, operators, regulators, and innovators who are collectively shaping the future of industrial and nuclear infrastructure. For Kiewit, this means deeper alignment with emerging standards and best practices that support scalable deployment models.

For the broader industry, participation helps drive harmonization, reduce fragmentation, and accelerate time to market. By working toward common frameworks and productized approaches, we can improve cost certainty, enhance safety, and foster greater confidence in next-generation nuclear solutions.

Q. Why is it important for other organizations to join The Open Group? 

Complex challenges—particularly in energy transition and nuclear deployment—cannot be solved in isolation. The Open Group provides a neutral forum where organizations can collaborate, share insights, mitigate risk collectively, and develop standards that benefit the entire ecosystem. Engagement enables diverse perspectives to converge into practical, implementable solutions. The result is stronger alignment across industries, improved innovation velocity, and more resilient outcomes.

Q. What are your hobbies?

Outside of work, I enjoy music and motorsports. I play guitar—always working to improve—and follow Formula 1, IndyCar, and NASCAR racing. I also spend time on a well-equipped racing simulator, which satisfies my competitive spirit and appreciation for engineering precision.

Q. What book are you currently reading? 

How to Build a Car by Adrian Newey. It offers fascinating insights into engineering innovation, systems thinking, and the relentless pursuit of performance—principles that resonate strongly with complex project delivery and advanced technology development.

Q. What social networks do you belong to? LinkedIn

Q. Any last thoughts? 

The nuclear industry is at an inflection point. As demand for reliable, carbon-free energy grows, collaboration, standardization, and disciplined execution will be key to unlocking scalable solutions. I am optimistic about what can be achieved when industry leaders work together through organizations like The Open Group to shape the future of energy infrastructure.

Date Published: March 11, 2026