Project Manager

Aalo Atomics; Idaho Falls (ID); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Corporate Gym Membership

Job summary

Aalo Atomics seeks a Project Manager to drive the Aalo‑X/Aalo Pod experimental reactor projects at INL. You will oversee construction, bid management, safety programs, and regulatory compliance while coordinating with engineering, regulatory, manufacturing, and DOE/NRC stakeholders to keep ambitious timelines on track.

Based in the United States, the role requires 8+ years of nuclear/industrial PM experience, owner’s representation, and a track record of delivering complex projects under tight

Qualifications

• 8+ years in construction project management (nuclear/energy preferred).
• Experience as owner’s representative or with owners.
• Proven track record delivering complex projects on aggressive timelines.
• Experience with DOE/NRC or regulatory bodies is a plus.
• PMP or similar certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Drive project execution for Aalo‑X at INL and meet DOE milestones.
• Lead construction management with on-site visits and inspections.
• Develop and maintain schedules, budgets, and risk plans.
• Coordinate with engineering, licensing, manufacturing, and partners.
• Engage with DOE, NRC, national labs, and commercial partners.
• Track progress and resolve roadblocks to keep timelines.
• Ensure milestones for Aalo‑X and Aalo‑1 deployments.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Risk management

Schedule management

DOE/NRC experience

Communication

Ownership

Job description

About Aalo Atomics

Aalo Atomics is pioneering a new era in clean energy with factory‑fabricated microreactors designed to deliver affordable, scalable, and reliable nuclear power. Our mission is to make nuclear energy globally accessible, starting with the Aalo‑1, a 10 MWe reactor leveraging cutting‑edge safety, modularity, and efficiency. Based in Austin, TX, we’re rapidly growing as we work to deploy the world’s first fleet of advanced microreactors. Join us and help revolutionize energy for a sustainable future.

About the Role

We are seeking a Project Manager to drive project execution for our Aalo‑X/Aalo Pod experimental reactor at INL. This role will be responsible for construction project management, including securing bids from general contractors, managing onsite construction activity, maintaining a comprehensive safety program, and ensuring compliance with applicable quality codes and requirements. Additionally, the Project Manager will manage schedules, align cross‑functional teams, and ensure deliverables are met on time, working closely with engineering, regulatory, manufacturing, and DOE/NRC stakeholders to keep our ambitious timelines on track.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive project execution for Aalo‑X at INL, ensuring DOE authorization milestones are met.
• Lead construction project execution for Aalo‑X, with daily site visits as required.
• Develop and maintain schedules, budgets, and risk management plans to keep projects moving forward.
• Align cross‑functional teams, including engineering, licensing, manufacturing, and external partners.
• Manage stakeholder engagement with DOE, NRC, national labs, and commercial partners.
• Track and report progress, proactively identifying and resolving roadblocks.
• Ensure regulatory and technical milestones are met for both Aalo‑X and Aalo‑1 deployment.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of construction project management experience in nuclear, energy, industrial, or advanced civil construction.
• Demonstrated experience working directly for an owner or serving as an owner’s representative, with responsibility for managing design teams, contractors, consultants, and vendors.
• Proven track record of delivering complex projects on aggressive timelines from preconstruction through commissioning and turnover.
• Experience managing project scope, budget, schedule, risk, procurement, change control, and contractor performance.
• Experience working with DOE, NRC, or other regulatory bodies is a strong plus.
• Strong leadership, problem‑solving, communication, and cross‑functional collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage multiple workstreams, make informed decisions, and drive accountability and urgency across teams.
• PMP or similar certification is a plus.

Why Join Aalo?

• Lead high‑impact programs shaping the future of nuclear energy.
• Work alongside top experts in advanced reactors and clean energy.
• Be part of a fast‑moving, execution‑driven startup environment.

Requirements

• Based in the United States.
• Willing to work on site in Austin, TX or Idaho Falls, ID.

What It Takes to Succeed at Aalo

Extreme Ownership — You take responsibility for outcomes, not just tasks. You proactively identify problems, drive solutions, and follow through.

A Passion for Solving Hard Problems — You are energized by challenges that others avoid and enjoy finding practical solutions to complex technical issues.

A Sense of Urgency — You move quickly, make thoughtful decisions, and maintain momentum while balancing quality and execution.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary starting at $140,000
• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Corporate Gym Membership

Additional Information

Aalo Atomics provides a collaborative and supportive work environment, opportunities for professional growth, intellectually challenging careers, and competitive compensation. Aalo Atomics is an equal opportunity employer and considers all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants must be U.S. Citizens or U.S. Persons in compliance with 10 CFR Part 810 and may not hold non‑compliant foreign citizenships.