SNC Lavalin has appointed Joe St. Julian, the former principal vice-president, and general manager at Bechtel, as the new president of nuclear
Joe St. Julian brings 30 years of senior leadership experience, and has a background in construction, project controls, project management, strategic planning and commercial management in the nuclear sector.
Mr. St. Julian brings 30 years of senior leadership experience with a diverse background in construction, project controls, project management, strategic planning and commercial management in the Nuclear sector.
In addition to this, St. Julian also has experience within the oil and gas, power, civil and government sectors.
From March 21, St. Julian will begin working through a planned succession and detailed handover process with Sandy Taylor, the current President, who will be retiring in 2022.
Based in Houston, Texas, St. Julian will report to Ian L. Edwards, President and CEO, and join the Executive Committee.
As the president of nuclear, Joe will be responsible for continuing the successful expansion of the nuclear business in the U.S. and around the world.
Bringing a unique skillset to the department
Ian L. Edwards, president and CEO of SNC-Lavalin commented: “Joe has an exceptional track record of building businesses, delivering operational excellence and consistent predictable business results across a variety of global projects at a time when the need for sustainable energy solutions has never been more critical.
“He’s a transformative leader with a unique skill set and I look forward to working with him to continue to drive our growth strategy forward of which the continued success of our global nuclear business is an integral component.
“I would also like to take this opportunity to thank Sandy Taylor for his invaluable contribution, during his eight-year tenure, to our organization and particularly for his leadership in shaping our successful Nuclear sector; I wish him a most enjoyable, well-deserved retirement and all the best for the future.’’
