Oklo

Special Projects Manager

Idaho Falls, ID or Remote · Contract

Sponsorship not specified$100k-$160kDetected 20 days ago

ComplianceProject ManagementSupply ChainProcurementResearchCommunicationCollaborationProblem SolvingConstruction ManagementPrimavera P6

About the role

This individual will serve as both a hands-on project leader and a cross-functional integrator, driving execution across engineering, operations, radiological protection, regulatory, supply chain, and business teams.
You don't need or expect to have a lot of guidance but you enjoy working in a fast-paced team.
If you prefer the culture and feel of a large organization, that is great, but you likely won't enjoy working with us!

We bring diverse perspectives, listen actively, and build trust through transparency and respect.

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Project Management, Construction Management, Materials Science, Chemistry, Nuclear Engineering, Business, or a related technical discipline.
Minimum of 5 years of project management experience leading complex technical, engineering, construction, manufacturing, or operational projects.
Experience leading cross-functional teams and coordinating activities across technical, operational, regulatory, and business functions.
Working knowledge of project management methodologies, project controls, risk management, and scheduling tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, Smartsheet, or similar).
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate with technical teams, contractors, suppliers, and executive leadership.

Experience in nuclear, radioisotope production, national laboratory, advanced manufacturing, aerospace, defense, energy, or other highly regulated industries.
PMP certification strongly preferred.
Experience supporting facility startup, commissioning, operational readiness, or infrastructure development projects.
Experience working with NRC, DOE, national laboratories, or other government stakeholders.
Experience managing contractor-driven projects, capital projects, facility upgrades, or equipment installation efforts.
Familiarity with quality assurance, configuration management, permitting, or regulatory compliance processes.
Experience supporting radioactive material handling facilities, nuclear laboratories, hot cell operations, or radiological facilities.
Passionate about unleashing beneficial isotopes

Salary: $100,000-$160,000
Oklo offers flexible time off, equity, bonuses, competitive pay, 401(k), health insurance (with employer contribution), HSA, FSA, flexible work hours, wellness credits, and other benefits.
This position may involve access to information subject to U.S. export control laws.
Only applicants who meet the definition of a U.S. person under applicable laws may be eligible.
Oklo is also developing advanced fuel recycling technologies in collaboration with the U.S. Department of Energy and U.S. National Laboratories.
About Oklo Inc.: Oklo Inc. is developing fast fission power plants to deliver clean, reliable, and affordable energy at scale; establishing a domestic supply chain for critical radioisotopes; and advancing nuclear fuel recycling to convert nuclear waste into clean energy.

It is about being a part of the vision and feeling a part of reaching team goals.

This focus is a big part of excellence, consistency, and quality.
Excellent grammar and spelling matter for both good communication as well as the image of the company that we put forward.
We are team players who act for the good of the company and for the world.
We are focused on our mission, not personal recognition.
We take pride in what we do and how we do it.
We are proactive in finding solutions and see tasks through to completion.
We are committed to delivering on our promises to provide clean, reliable, and affordable energy.
We chart new ground where no path exists by approaching challenges with curiosity, courage, and creativity while navigating ambiguity.
Candidates should be aware that employment may be contingent upon successful completion of a drug screening, and employees may be subject to drug testing at any time in accordance with company policy and applicable laws.
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