Ken Petrunik
Experienced Canadian nuclear project manager and executive who led multiple international CANDU projects and delivered Qinshan Phase III reactors ahead of schedule and under budget, with a career spanning Romania, Argentina, China, the UAE, and consulting work worldwide.
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Jan 29, 2026 • 1h 3min
A Case Study of Excellence from Canada’s Nuclear Golden Age
Ken Petrunik, a veteran Canadian nuclear project leader who delivered CANDU reactors worldwide, shares stories from Romania, China, Argentina and more. He recounts how Qinshan Phase III finished early and under budget. The conversation covers construction sequencing, on-site problem solving, team selection, decision authority, and what was lost as Canada's build capability faded.
