Project Manager, Equipment Qualification & Testing (EQT)

Project Manager, Equipment Qualification & Testing (EQT) Bellevue, WA, USA TerraPower is a nuclear technology company based in Bellevue, Washington. At its core, the company is working to raise living standards globally through a more affordable, secure, and environmentally friendly form of nuclear energy along with innovations in medical isotopes to improve human health. In 2006, TerraPower originated with Bill Gates and a group of like-minded visionaries who evaluated the fundamental challenges to raising living standards around the world. They recognized energy access was crucial to the health and economic well-being of communities and decided that the private sector needed to take action and create energy sources that would advance global energy deployment. TerraPower’s mission is to be a world leader in new nuclear technologies, while developing innovators and future leaders in the nuclear field. As a result, the company’s activities in the fields of nuclear energy and related sciences are yielding significant innovations in the safety and economics of nuclear power, hybrid energy and medical applications all for significant human health benefits. TerraPower is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Project Manager TerraPower is seeking a Project Manager responsible for managing activities related to TerraPower's scope of the Natrium Demonstration project including planning, execution and closure. This position will report directly to the Sr. Project Manager and will coordinate with all areas of the Natrium Demonstration project, as well as other TerraPower internal organizations. The Project Manager will manage project conflicts to ensure on-time and on-budget delivery of products and services and is the first point of contact for any project issues or discrepancies. Responsibilities Manage project cost, schedule, and scope execution using project management best practices and principles, ensuring adherence to plan and addressing deviations. Drive and hold project teams accountable for achieving project deliverables and staying within budget while still meeting scope and technical performance requirements. Ensure the technical adequacy and quality of work products to validate scope completion. Lead/drive the planning process for the work scope within the control accounts. Work with the relevant engineering leads to obtain the necessary planning inputs. Serve as the primary point of contact for interfacing with project controls in the implementation of plans in the integrated master control schedule (IMCS). Develop and maintain staffing/resource plans to accomplish the work and adjust the schedule to be resource leveled. Monitor and analyze cost and schedule variances using the earned value (EV) data recorded compared to the time-phased budget. Determine root causes and develop corrective actions / recovery plans / variance management plans as necessary to avoid large variances. Work closely with the Contract Administrator to ensure that the work performed is in compliance with all contractual requirements. Ensure that records on the project are stored in accordance with corporate procedures. Maintain the project risk register and ensure that actions are taken to reduce project risk. Work closely with Project Management Office (PMO) support, to ensure that work performed follows the PMO requirements. Key Qualifications and Skills Minimum of 10 years of experience directly related to Project Management or Project Delivery, with demonstrated experience on large projects. Proven experience leading multi-million-dollar projects, with the nuclear industry preferred. Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, or equivalent. Demonstrated experience working with highly multidisciplinary and matrixed teams. Demonstrated experience managing projects executed under a high degree of regulatory oversight. Experience with test engineering and/or mechanical design is preferred. PMP certificate is preferred. Proficiency in project planning, implementation and delivering results. Working knowledge of project scheduling and budget control; EVMS tools and project control requirements. Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Visio, and MS Project. Experience with Atlassian tools such as Confluence and JIRA is highly desired. Experience with Primavera P6 is a plus. Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills required. Strong technical acumen, with the ability to understand complex technical concepts, is highly desirable. Excellent oral and written communication skills. The successful candidate will possess a high degree of trust and integrity, communicate openly and display respect and a desire to foster teamwork. Job Functions are physical actions and/or working conditions associated with the position. These functions may also constitute essential functions for the job which the employee must be able to fulfill, with or without accommodation. Information provided below is to help describe the job so that the applicant has a reasonable understanding of the job duties/expectations. An applicant's ability to perform and/or tolerate these actions and conditions will be discussed and workplace accommodations may be made on a case-by-case basis following an individualized assessment of the applicant and other considerations, including but not limited to any governing safety standards. Motor Abilities: Sitting for extended periods, bending/stooping, grasping/gripping, fine motor control (hands) Physical exertion and/or requirements: Minimal, with ability to safely lift up to 25 pounds. Repetitive work: Prolonged Special Senses: Visual and audio focused work Work Conditions: Stairs, typing/keyboard, standard and/or sitting working environment of >8 hours/day Travel required 0-10% TerraPower’s technology is controlled for export by various agencies of the U.S. Government. TerraPower must evaluate applicants who are foreign nationals (other than asylees, refugees, or lawful permanent residents) in accordance with U.S. Government export control requirements. To facilitate TerraPower’s export control reviews, you will be asked as part of the application process to identify whether you are a U.S. Citizen or national, asylee, refugee, or lawful permanent resident of the United States. Government export authorization approval times vary. Based on the business needs for a particular position, TerraPower may not consider a foreign national from a country if it is impracticable to obtain timely Government export approval. Job details Job Type: Full-time Salary Range Level 11: $138,685 - $208,027 Any salary offered within the posted salary band is based on market data and commensurate with the selected candidate’s qualifications and experience. This range is specific to the state of Washington. Benefits: Competitive Compensation Salary, eligible to participate in discretionary short-term incentive payments Comprehensive Medical and Wellness Benefits Medical Vision Dental Life and Disability Gender Aff… . Parental Leave 401k Plan Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) 21 days of annually accrued PTO Generous Holiday Schedule 10 paid holidays Relocation Assistance Professional and Educational Support Opportunities TerraPower Career and Benefits information: Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr TerraPower