Associate Project Manager at Oklo

Austin, Texas, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Nuclear Energy, Clean TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

  • 5+ years in technical or industrial project management
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or 4-8 years relevant engineering experience
  • Proficiency in Project Management Software (Primavera and MS Project)
  • Experience in startups and/or resource constrained environments (highly desired)
  • Engineering degree (preferred)
  • Technical management experience (required)
  • Strong understanding of quality assurance standards
  • In-person in the Austin, TX area for the duration of the project and available for collaboration with remote employees
  • Experienced in technical industrial projects
  • Creative when pursuing tasks in resource constrained environments
  • Active and effective communicator of priorities
  • Able to recognize, accept, and manage risk
  • Passionate about Oklo's mission to design and deploy advanced fission power plants
  • Willing to think differently and do things in new ways
  • Comfortable in a fast-paced, highly iterative environment

Responsibilities

  • Spearhead communications among project team members, key stakeholders, and leadership
  • Organize efforts on the project site to accept contracted requirements for deliverables and services in support of capital and revenue projects
  • Organize project team efforts with concise statement of work, clear deliverables, and approved charters (Management of Capital Projects)
  • Develop Gantt charts and work breakdown structures as required for proper management and reporting of project status (Management of Capital Projects)
  • Hold the standard on project management policies, procedures, and standards for all related and supporting activities (Management of Capital Projects)
  • Oversee the preparation and management of critical contracting vehicles to support the projects (Vendor and Contract Management)
  • Manage project timelines, deliverables, and budgets, to quantify, manage and communicate risk to the project (Vendor and Contract Management)
  • Ensure contracts include provisions to manage and mitigate risk to the project (Vendor and Contract Management)
  • Act as the central point of communications and updates regarding all details of the project (Project Team and Stakeholder Communications)
  • Regularly update and communicate with supporting vendors, customers, and all stakeholders (Project Team and Stakeholder Communications)
  • Act as a liaison between senior leadership, project teams, and external stakeholders to ensure alignment and resolve conflicts (Project Team and Stakeholder Communications)
  • Coordinate with finance and the project controller to regularly report on the project budget (Financial reporting and Risk Management)
  • Identify and mitigate financial, timeline, and performance risks (Financial reporting and Risk Management)
  • Coordinate with Engineering and Quality Assurance to verify requirements and accept deliverables (Quality and deliverable acceptance criteria)
  • Identify non-conformances and track corrections while updating impact to the project and managing required changes (Quality and deliverable acceptance criteria)
  • Ensure that Safety Related items' quality is properly documented and filed as a part of acceptance (Quality and deliverable acceptance criteria)
  • Coordinate communications and maintain accountability for project milestones (Team Leadership and management)
  • Through project management disciplines, foster a culture of accountability, transparency, and common purpose (Team Leadership and management)
  • Monitor project performance and leverage leadership interest and sponsorship to bring additional resources as may be required (Team Leadership and management)

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Project ManagementGantt ChartsWork Breakdown StructuresVendor ManagementContract ManagementStakeholder CommunicationsRisk ManagementQuality Assurance

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this position remote or does it require in-person work?

The position requires the candidate to be in-person in the Austin, TX area for the duration of the project and available for collaboration with other remote employees.

What are the key skills and qualifications required for this role?

Technical management experience is required, along with an engineering degree preferred, a strong understanding of quality assurance standards, and experience in startups or resource-constrained environments is highly desired. Creativity and a detailed understanding of measured and well-managed risk are highly valued.

What is the salary or compensation for this position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What kind of company culture or work environment can I expect at Oklo?

The role involves cross-functional project teams that highly leverage technical resources, with an emphasis on creativity, well-managed risk, accountability, and transparency through project management disciplines.

What makes a strong candidate for the Associate Project Manager role?

Candidates with an engineering degree, technical management experience, familiarity with startups or resource-constrained environments, and a strong grasp of quality assurance standards will stand out, especially those who demonstrate creativity in managing risks.

Oklo

Develops advanced fission power plants

About Oklo

Oklo develops advanced fission power plants that utilize a unique approach to the fission reaction, ensuring safety and enabling the use of nuclear waste as fuel. Their main product, the Aurora reactor, generates up to 15 megawatts of power and can run for over 10 years without refueling, making it both cost-effective and environmentally friendly. Oklo distinguishes itself from competitors by focusing on recycling nuclear waste and providing energy solutions for a variety of clients, including industrial facilities and remote communities. The company's goal is to deliver clean, reliable, and affordable energy while transforming the nuclear energy sector.

Sunnyvale, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2013Year Founded
$116.7KTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
EnergyIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Flexible Paid Time Off
Flexible Work Hours
Company Equity
Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

Risks

Increased competition from other nuclear technology companies may impact Oklo's market share.
Potential regulatory delays could hinder Oklo's expansion and revenue growth.
Public opposition to nuclear energy could challenge Oklo's projects and partnerships.

Differentiation

Oklo uses nuclear waste as fuel, enhancing sustainability and reducing waste.
The Aurora reactor operates for over 10 years without refueling, offering long-term reliability.
Oklo's reactors are versatile, serving industrial, remote, and potential space applications.

Upsides

Growing demand for clean energy in data centers boosts Oklo's market potential.
Acquisition of Atomic Alchemy expands Oklo's revenue into the radioisotope market.
Partnership with Siemens Energy enhances Oklo's technological capabilities and market reach.

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