Tim Czubakowski
About Tim Czubakowski
Tim Czubakowski is the Director of XE-100 Project Construction at X-energy, with extensive experience in international power projects and a background in nuclear engineering. He has held various leadership roles in construction and project management, including significant positions at TVA and Sumitomo SHI FW.
Current Role at X-energy
Tim Czubakowski serves as the Director of the XE-100 Project Construction at X-energy since 2023. In this role, he oversees the construction activities related to the XE-100, a next-generation small modular reactor. His responsibilities include managing project timelines, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and coordinating with various stakeholders to facilitate project execution. His position is based in Maryland, United States.
Previous Experience at Sumitomo SHI FW
Prior to his current role, Czubakowski worked at Sumitomo SHI FW as the Construction Director for Energy Storage from 2020 to 2022. Based in the New York City Metropolitan Area, he was responsible for overseeing construction activities related to energy storage projects. His experience in this role contributed to his understanding of the energy sector and project management in diverse environments.
Educational Background
Tim Czubakowski holds a Master of Science (M.S.) in Computer and Information Systems from the University of Phoenix. He also earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the same institution. Additionally, he obtained a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Nuclear Engineering from Iowa State University. His educational qualifications provide a strong foundation for his work in project management and engineering.
Expertise in Project Management
Czubakowski possesses extensive expertise in managing complex projects within the energy sector. He has hands-on experience with international power projects and has led significant recovery efforts for distressed projects, including two BWR-4 nuclear plants valued at $2.5 billion. His ability to analyze and articulate execution plans for first-of-a-kind installations is a key aspect of his professional skill set.
Leadership Roles at TVA
Tim Czubakowski held multiple leadership positions at the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA). He served as the Plant Manager at the Cumberland Fossil Plant from 2003 to 2008, where he managed operations for a two-unit, 2600MW Super Critical PC coal plant. Additionally, he worked as a Senior Project Manager in Procurement and as a Manager of Business Process Analysis within the Fossil Power Group during his tenure at TVA.