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Senior Project Controls Specialist

TerraPower · Bellevue, WA · 1 wk ago
On-siteProject Management$132k–$171k/yrFull-time

TerraPower is a nuclear technology company based in Bellevue, Washington, working to raise living standards globally through affordable, secure, and environmentally friendly nuclear energy and innovations in medical isotopes. Founded in 2006 by Bill Gates and a group of visionaries, TerraPower aims to advance global energy deployment and improve human health through new nuclear technologies.

About the role

As a Senior Project Controls Specialist at TerraPower, you will leverage your extensive experience in project management and controls to support complex, high-value projects. You will play a key role in developing, implementing, and overseeing project controls processes to ensure successful delivery of milestones and objectives. This position requires advanced skills in scheduling, cost control, risk management, and reporting, as well as the ability to lead and mentor junior team members.

Responsibilities

  • Project Planning and Scheduling
    • Provide expert analysis and oversight of detailed project schedules using Primavera P6 or other advanced scheduling tools, ensuring strategic alignment with project milestones and deliverables for large-scale, multi-disciplinary projects.
    • Review and validate schedule data, identifying potential risks and recommending mitigation strategies based on years of experience managing complex projects.
  • Performance Monitoring and Analysis
    • Track and analyze project performance metrics, including cost, schedule, and earned value (EV).
    • Prepare variance analyses and forecasts, identifying areas of risk and recommending mitigation strategies.
    • Support the generation of burndown charts for action item tracking and progress monitoring.
  • Reporting and Documentation
    • Generate regular reports and dashboards for project leadership, including KPIs, milestones, and action trackers.
    • Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with project controls workflows.
    • Facilitate project reviews, including Schedule Reviews and data reviews.
  • Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement
    • Work closely with the PMO team, project management, engineering, procurement, and construction teams to ensure seamless coordination.
    • Provide guidance and training to project teams on project controls processes and tools.

Requirements

  • Education and Experience
    • Bachelor's degree in project management, Business, or a related field.
    • 15+ years of experience in project controls, planning, scheduling, and cost management, preferably in engineering or construction.
    • Familiarity with advanced project management methodologies and tools (e.g., Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, or similar).
  • Technical Skills
    • Strong expertise in CPM scheduling and Primavera P6 software.
    • Demonstrated proficiency in preparing, monitoring, and reporting schedule information in engineering, procurement, and construction environments.
    • Advanced knowledge of project management tools, including Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).
    • Ability to review, analyze, and present planning and scheduling products independently using professional judgment.
  • Additional Requirements
    • Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
    • Ability to pass pre-employment drug screens and background checks, including verification of employment, education, and travel history.
    • Strong oral and written communication skills.
    • This position is subject to qualification requirements in accordance with ANSI/ANS 3.1. Candidates must meet the minimum education and experience criteria applicable to the role, including relevant nuclear industry experience where required. Verification of data will be part of the hiring process.

Job Functions

  • 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.

Pay

Salary Range: $131,828 - $171,206. 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 Washington State.

Schedule

Full-time.

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 Affirmation Benefits
    • Parental Leave
  • 401k Plan
  • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
    • 21 days of annually accrued PTO.
    • 10 paid holidays.
  • Relocation Assistance
  • Professional and Educational Support Opportunities

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