General Matter

Program Manager, New Site

Los Angeles, CA · Full-time

Sponsorship not specified$170k-$200kDetected 8 days ago

Project ManagementStakeholder ManagementStrategic CommunicationsSupply ChainLeadershipCommunicationProblem SolvingCritical ThinkingPublic Speaking

About the role

This role requires exceptional communication, organizational leadership, and operational execution skills.
The ideal candidate thrives in fast-paced environments, can navigate ambiguity, and is comfortable representing the company across a broad range of stakeholders.

Lead and coordinate cross-functional strategic programs supporting company growth, external engagement, and operational priorities
Support government relations activities with federal, state, and local agencies and stakeholders
Help manage community engagement initiatives, public outreach efforts, and local stakeholder communications
Coordinate meetings, briefings, site visits, and engagement activities with government officials, regulators, industry partners, and community organizations
Develop and maintain program schedules, action trackers, status reports, and executive briefings
Partner with internal teams including Operations, Engineering, Legal, Communications, Security, Supply Chain, and Leadership to ensure alignment on key initiatives
Support development of presentations, briefing materials, talking points, and external communications
Build and maintain strong working relationships across internal and external organizations
Support strategic planning, operational coordination, and execution of special projects as assigned by leadership
Coordinate with external vendors, consultants, agencies, and strategic partners as needed

7+ years of experience in program management, operations, government affairs, external affairs, community relations, project management, or related leadership roles
Experience coordinating across cross-functional teams and external stakeholders
Ability to operate effectively in fast-paced, high-growth, and ambiguous environments
Experience preparing executive presentations, briefing materials, and status reporting
Bachelor's degree in Business, Public Policy, Communications, Political Science, International Relations, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
Ability to work extended hours and weekends as necessary.

Experience working with government agencies, regulators, community organizations, or public-private partnerships
Experience in energy, infrastructure, manufacturing, aerospace, defense, nuclear, mining, or other highly regulated industries
Experience supporting permitting, regulatory, or external stakeholder engagement activities
Familiarity with public affairs, strategic communications, or community engagement best practices
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent program management experience
Experience working in startup or high-growth operational environments
Strong executive communication and stakeholder management capabilities
Experience supporting strategic initiatives involving multiple external stakeholders and agencies

The base salary range for this role is $170,000 to $200,000 annually.
Individual level and base pay is determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related skills, education, experience, technical capabilities and internal equity.
Please note that the stated salary range is an estimate and may be adjusted based on market conditions, business needs, or other factors.
In addition to base salary, for full-time hires, you may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of stock options, and access to medical, vision & dental coverage as well as access to a 401(k) retirement plan.

General Matter is enriching uranium in America.
Our mission is to restore our country's ability to make nuclear fuel.
Our fuel will help power AI, manufacturing, and other critical industries.
It will power our next generation of reactors.
Ultimately, it will power our national ambitions.
We were incubated by Founders Fund, like Anduril and Palantir before us, and we are backed by top tier investors.
Our lean, world-class team of engineers and operators is applying a first-principles approach to solving the problem of nuclear fuel production.
We are a mission-driven company with a culture of urgency, accountability and transparency.

Employer
General Matter is an Equal Opportunity Employer
employment with General Matter is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
Compensation and Benefits

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