Thank you for your interest in Oklo!  We are searching for a Site Project Manager to join the Deployment Team within our Recycling Division.This is an on-site role in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. Position DescriptionThe Site Project Manager is responsible for on-the-ground engagement and coordination of local deployment operations of an industrial facility in Oak Ridge, TN. This includes collaboration with key external stakeholders such as contractors and subcontractors, vendors, local officials and representatives, industrial organizations, and members of the public.Specific responsibilities may include:<ul><li>Conducting near-daily visits to build site to meet with contractor representatives, assess performance against plans, and resolve or escalate any identified variances</li><li>Auditing contractor compliance to safety and quality requirements</li><li>Identifying potential risks or issues in advance, and developing associated mitigation strategies</li><li>Hosting stakeholder visits to build site and office</li><li>Coordinating logistics for a office near the build site</li><li>Supporting work by Oklo Government Affairs and Community Affairs Teams by representing Oklo at local meetings and events</li></ul>Minimum Qualifications:<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in a technical field, ideally Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or similar</li><li>Prior experience managing construction projects</li><li>Proficient in reading and interpreting technical and design documentation</li></ul>Bonus Qualifications:<ul><li>Experience working with energy or nuclear projects</li></ul>CompetenciesWe are looking for a Site Project Manager that is:<ul><li>Experienced with planning or overseeing construction projects</li><li>Experienced with contractor or supplier management</li><li>Mission-driven, with grit to overcome obstacles to drive projects to success</li><li>A skilled negotiator, with conflict resolution experience</li><li>Passionate about energy</li><li>An optimist at heart</li><li>Willing and eager to learn quickly</li><li>Willing to think differently and do things in new ways</li><li>Comfortable in a fast-paced, dynamic startup work environment</li><li>Willing and excited to propose novel and creative solutions to technical problems</li><li>A strong communicator, both in technical writing and in collaborative discussions</li><li>An excellent writer who can write in a modern active voice (so make your cover letter compelling and write it well!)</li></ul> Who you are:A startup person: You aren't driven by titles or hierarchy, and prefer efficiency to excess process. You don't need or expect to have a lot of guidance but you enjoy working in a fast-paced team. If you prefer the culture and feel of a large organization, that is great, but you likely won’t enjoy working with us! There is plenty of important work and plenty of good opportunities with organizations like that.Motivated: You are self-motivated. You bring an enthusiasm to the team, and imbue a sense of passion that goes beyond clocking in and clocking out. This isn’t about a fake or arbitrary “pieces of flair” mentality or lack of work-life balance! It is about being a part of the vision and feeling a part of reaching team goals.A team-player: Oklo genuinely is a team. We aren’t about taking credit for ourselves, and we aren’t about pushing blame to others. We do incredible things because we work as a team.An excellent communicator: We need a person who is not only technically competent but also a clear and upbeat communicator.Creative: Being creative means that when things fall outside clear scopes or processes or problems arise without clear solutions, you are able to identify it as well as invent ways to solve a problem or fill a need without micromanagement. The successful person in this job will not only be creative, but also enjoy being creative and solving open-ended problems which may change day-by-day.Detail-oriented: This focus is a big part of excellence, consistency, and quality. Excellent grammar and spelling matter for both good communication as well as the image of the company that we put forward. About Oklo travel requirements:Oklo requires remote employees to travel to headquarters (Santa Clara, CA) twice a quarter annually, based on business or team needs, including attendance at team meetings, off-sites, and other company events or gatherings. About Oklo compensation:Salary: $85,000-$145,000Oklo offers flexible time off, equity, competitive pay, 401k, health insurance, FSA, flexible work hours, and other benefits.We are looking to fill this position immediately! This position may involve access to information subject to U.S. export control laws. Only applicants who meet the definition of a U.S. person under applicable laws may be eligible.<hr>About Oklo Inc.: Oklo Inc. is developing fast fission power plants to deliver clean, reliable, and affordable energy at scale; establishing a domestic supply chain for critical radioisotopes; and advancing nuclear fuel recycling to convert nuclear waste into clean energy. Oklo was the first to receive a site use permit from the U.S. Department of Energy for a commercial advanced fission plant, was awarded fuel material from Idaho National Laboratory, and submitted the first custom combined license application for an advanced reactor to the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission. Oklo is also developing advanced fuel recycling technologies in collaboration with the U.S. Department of Energy and U.S. National Laboratories.#CHOP: Oklo’s Values Collaboration: We go further, together. We bring diverse perspectives, listen actively, and build trust through transparency and respect. We work across disciplines, sharing ownership to turn complex challenges into shared successes. Humility: We are team players who act for the good of the company and for the world. We are focused on our mission, not personal recognition. Ownership: We take pride in what we do and how we do it. We are proactive in finding solutions and see tasks through  to completion. We are committed to delivering on our promises to provide clean, reliable, and affordable energy. Pathfinding: We chart new ground where no path exists by approaching challenges with curiosity, courage, and creativity while navigating ambiguity.<div><h3>Recruitment Fraud Disclaimer</h3>Oklo is aware of recent recruitment fraud attempts targeting job seekers. Please be cautious of anyone claiming to represent Oklo who does not contact you from an official Oklo email address.All legitimate communications from our recruiting team— including application updates, interview requests, and job offers — will come exclusively from an Oklo email. Oklo will never ask for sensitive personal information, payments, or account credentials during the hiring process.If you receive suspicious outreach or have concerns about the authenticity of any communication claiming to be from Oklo, please contact us through the official channels listed on our website.</div>

Oklo is developing next-generation fission powerhouses to produce abundant, affordable, clean energy at a global scale – starting with the Aurora, which can produce 15 MW of electrical power, scalable to 50 MWe, and operate for 10 years or longer before refueling. Oklo's fast reactors incorporate inherent safety features and can be fueled by recycled waste.Oklo made history with the first advanced reactor site use permit, winning access to recycled fuel, and submitting the first ever advanced reactor combined license application.Our world-class team comes from Fortune 500 and global companies, bringing together expertise and experience from a number of industries, from nuclear power, to aerospace, to automotive, to tech to deliver an advanced energy product.

Site Project Manager

Thank you for your interest in Oklo!&nbsp; We are searching for a Site Project Manager to join the Deployment Team within our Recycling Division.This is an on-site role in Oak Ridge, Tennessee.&nbsp;Position DescriptionThe Site Project Manager is responsible for on-the-ground engagement and coordination of local deployment operations of an industrial facility in Oak Ridge, TN. This includes collaboration with key external stakeholders such as contractors and subcontractors, vendors, local officials and representatives, industrial organizations, and members of the public.Specific responsibilities may include:<ul><li>Conducting near-daily visits to build site to meet with contractor representatives, assess performance against plans, and resolve or escalate any identified variances</li><li>Auditing contractor compliance to safety and quality requirements</li><li>Identifying potential risks or issues in advance, and developing associated mitigation strategies</li><li>Hosting stakeholder visits to build site and office</li><li>Coordinating logistics for a office near the build site</li><li>Supporting work by Oklo Government Affairs and Community Affairs Teams by representing Oklo at local meetings and events</li></ul>Minimum Qualifications:<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in a technical field, ideally Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or similar</li><li>Prior experience managing construction projects</li><li>Proficient in reading and interpreting technical and design documentation</li></ul>Bonus Qualifications:<ul><li>Experience working with energy or nuclear projects</li></ul>CompetenciesWe are looking for a Site Project Manager that is:<ul><li>Experienced with planning or overseeing construction projects</li><li>Experienced with contractor or supplier management</li><li>Mission-driven, with grit to overcome obstacles to drive projects to success</li><li>A skilled negotiator, with conflict resolution experience</li><li>Passionate about energy</li><li>An optimist at heart</li><li>Willing and eager to learn quickly</li><li>Willing to think differently and do things in new ways</li><li>Comfortable in a fast-paced, dynamic startup work environment</li><li>Willing and excited to propose novel and creative solutions to technical problems</li><li>A strong communicator, both in technical writing and in collaborative discussions</li><li>An excellent writer who can write in a modern active voice (so make your cover letter compelling and write it well!)</li></ul>&nbsp;Who you are:A startup person: You aren't driven by titles or hierarchy, and prefer efficiency to excess process. You don't need or expect to have a lot of guidance but you enjoy working in a fast-paced team. If you prefer the culture and feel of a large organization, that is great, but you likely won’t enjoy working with us! There is plenty of important work and plenty of good opportunities with organizations like that.Motivated: You are self-motivated. You bring an enthusiasm to the team, and imbue a sense of passion that goes beyond clocking in and clocking out. This isn’t about a fake or arbitrary “pieces of flair” mentality or lack of work-life balance! It is about being a part of the vision and feeling a part of reaching team goals.A team-player: Oklo genuinely is a team. We aren’t about taking credit for ourselves, and we aren’t about pushing blame to others. We do incredible things because we work as a team.An excellent communicator: We need a person who is not only technically competent but also a clear and upbeat communicator.Creative: Being creative means that when things fall outside clear scopes or processes or problems arise without clear solutions, you are able to identify it as well as invent ways to solve a problem or fill a need without micromanagement. The successful person in this job will not only be creative, but also enjoy being creative and solving open-ended problems which may change day-by-day.Detail-oriented: This focus is a big part of excellence, consistency, and quality. Excellent grammar and spelling matter for both good communication as well as the image of the company that we put forward.&nbsp;About Oklo travel requirements:Oklo requires remote employees to travel to headquarters (Santa Clara, CA) twice a quarter annually, based on business or team needs, including attendance at team meetings, off-sites,&nbsp;and other company events&nbsp;or gatherings.&nbsp;About Oklo compensation:Salary: $85,000-$145,000Oklo offers flexible time off, equity, competitive pay, 401k, health insurance, FSA, flexible work hours, and other benefits.We are looking to fill this position immediately!&nbsp;This position may involve access to information subject to U.S. export control laws. Only applicants who meet the definition of a U.S. person under applicable laws may be eligible.<hr>About Oklo Inc.: Oklo Inc. is developing fast fission power plants to deliver clean, reliable, and affordable energy at scale; establishing a domestic supply chain for critical radioisotopes; and advancing nuclear fuel recycling to convert nuclear waste into clean energy. Oklo was the first to receive a site use permit from the U.S. Department of Energy for a commercial advanced fission plant, was awarded fuel material from Idaho National Laboratory, and submitted the first custom combined license application for an advanced reactor to the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission. Oklo is also developing advanced fuel recycling technologies in collaboration with the U.S. Department of Energy and U.S. National Laboratories.#CHOP: Oklo’s Values Collaboration: We go further, together. We bring diverse perspectives, listen actively, and build trust through transparency and respect. We work across disciplines, sharing ownership to turn complex challenges into shared successes. Humility: We are team players who act for the good of the company and for the world. We are focused on our mission, not personal recognition. Ownership: We take pride in what we do and how we do it. We are proactive in finding solutions and see tasks through&nbsp; to completion. We are committed to delivering on our promises to provide clean, reliable, and affordable energy. Pathfinding: We chart new ground where no path exists by approaching challenges with curiosity, courage, and creativity while navigating ambiguity.<div><h3>Recruitment Fraud Disclaimer</h3>Oklo is aware of recent recruitment fraud attempts targeting job seekers. Please be cautious of anyone claiming to represent Oklo who does not contact you from an official Oklo email address.All legitimate communications from our recruiting team— including application updates, interview requests, and job offers — will come exclusively from an Oklo email. Oklo will never ask for sensitive personal information, payments, or account credentials during the hiring process.If you receive suspicious outreach or have concerns about the authenticity of any communication claiming to be from Oklo, please contact us through the official channels listed on our website.</div>

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