Nuclear Siting Project Manager – Natrium Technology in , us

Energy Jobline ATTB; Us; On-site; EUR 125,000 - 163,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Discretionary short-term incentives

Medical and wellness benefits

Vision

Dental

Life and disability

Parental leave

401k plan

Generous PTO

Generous holidays

Relocation assistance

Professional and educational support

Job summary

TerraPower in Bellevue, WA, seeks a senior project manager to lead siting programs for Natrium projects, coordinating across technical, environmental, regulatory, and stakeholder teams. You will manage schedules, budgets, and deliverables to align all functions.

Qualifications include 8+ years in nuclear projects, familiarity with NRC NEPA, and a PMP or equivalent certification. This role emphasizes collaboration with utilities, regulators, and public entities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field; 8+ years in nuclear projects or large-scale siting.
• Master's degree in a technical or management discipline.
• PMP or similar project management certification.
• Experience with NRC siting criteria and NEPA compliance.
• Excellent organizational and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the integrated siting program for Natrium projects with cross-functional coordination.
• Oversee site characterization scope including geology, hydrology, and seismology.
• Coordinate input from internal experts and external consultants.
• Support documentation for NRC early site permits and regulatory approvals.
• Collaborate with government entities, utilities, and stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain risk registers, decision matrices, and tracking tools.
• Prepare regular program reports and leadership briefings.

Skills

Project coordination

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

Nuclear safety knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree in a technical or management discipline

PMP or similar certification

Job description

TerraPower Job OpportunityTerraPower 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 seeking to hire highly motivated and forward-thinking professionals who are interested in focusing on advanced nuclear reactor research and development and influencing change within the nuclear power landscape and bringing forward the critical production of medical isotopes. TerraPower is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of , , , race, , creed, , physical or mental , protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Key Responsibilities

• Program CoordinationLead the integrated siting program for Natrium projects, ensuring coordination across relevant TerraPower Departments and schedule, budget, and deliverable alignment across all functional areas (technical, environmental, regulatory, and stakeholder engagement).
• Site CharacterizationOversee scope and schedule development for project site characterization (e.g. geology, hydrology, and seismology).
• Cross-Functional IntegrationCoordinate input from internal subject matter experts and external consultants (e.g., environmental, geotechnical, regulatory, and land acquisition specialists).
• Regulatory AlignmentSupport TerraPower's Regulatory Affairs and Licensing Department, as appropriate, for preparation of documentation for NRC early site permits or other federal and state siting approvals; ensure siting activities comply with applicable nuclear and environmental regulations.
• Stakeholder CoordinationCollaborate closely with government entities, utilities, local and community stakeholders to facilitate transparent communication and long‑term partnerships.
• Risk & Decision SupportDevelop and maintain risk registers, decision matrices, and tracking tools to support executive‑level site selection decisions.
• Reporting & DocumentationPrepare regular program reports, briefings, and presentations for leadership, partners, and regulatory bodies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Project Management, or a related field.
• Minimum 8+ years of relevant experience in nuclear projects (new construction or plant operations), energy infrastructure, or large-scale industrial siting and permitting projects.
• Proven project management experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams.
• Familiarity with NRC siting criteria (10 CFR Part 100), NEPA, and state‑level environmental permitting.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• In‑depth understanding of nuclear safety regulations and/or environmental standards (e.g., NRC, NEPA).
• Master's degree in a technical or management discipline.
• PMP or similar project management certification.
• Experience with advanced reactor technologies or DOE/NRC programs.
• Prior experience working with utilities or public‑private energy partnerships.

Job Functions

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: ProlongedSpecial Senses: Visual and audio focused workWork Conditions: Stairs, typing/keyboard, standard and/or sitting working environment of >8 hours/dayTravel 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 (other than asylees, refugees, or lawful permanent) 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 , asylee, refugee, or lawful permanent 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 from a country if it is impracticable to obtain timely Government export approval.

Salary Range

Salary Range: $140,021.02 - $181,845.47* We typically place offers in the lower to middle portion of the range to maintain internal equity and allow room for growth. Any salary offered within the posted salary band is based on market data and commensurate with the selected individual's qualifications experience. This range is specific to Washington State.

Benefits

Benefits:Competitive CompensationSalary, eligible to participate in discretionary short-term incentive paymentsComprehensive Medical and Wellness Benefits MedicalVisionDentalLife and DisabilityGender Affiliation BenefitsParental Leave401k PlanGenerous Paid Time Off (PTO) 21 days of annually accrued PTOGenerous Holiday Schedule 10 paid holidaysRelocation AssistanceProfessional and Educational Support Opportunities