TITLE: PMO Specialist
LOCATION: Bellevue, WA
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 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 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. In addition, as a federal contractor, TerraPower has instituted an Affirmative Action Plan (AAP) in an effort to proactively recruit, hire, and promote women, minorities, disabled persons and veterans.
PMO Specialist
TerraPower is seeking a highly skilled Project Management Office (PMO) Specialist/Lead with subject matter expertise in core areas such as planning, risk management, compliance, or performance analysis. This position will support the corporate PMO, supporting and improving oversight of multiple advanced nuclear projects, including the Natrium advanced reactor project.
As part of a larger corporate PMO, this role is integral to ensure project success by providing specialized guidance and oversight, driving project performance, and fostering a culture of accountability. The PMO Specialist will work closely with cross-functional teams, senior leadership, and external stakeholders to ensure strategic alignment, mitigate risks, and support delivery on key project objectives.
Responsibilities:
• Support specialized project management tasks, such as planning, scheduling, assessment, or oversight, ensuring their effective integration into the overall project management process.
• Monitor and analyze key performance indicators such as Cost Performance Index (CPI) and Schedule Performance Index (SPI). Provide monthly progress metrics to identify trends and provide subject matter expertise in developing mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with senior leadership, PMO team, and project managers in our project teams to shape and execute corporate-level project strategies, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and the broader PMO framework.
• Support the continuous improvement of project management methodologies, tools, and workflows by integrating specialized knowledge and best practices.
• Develop strong relationships across the organization and with stakeholders, ensuring effective communication, collaboration, and alignment on project goals.
• Provide expertise in planning, risk management, compliance, and performance analysis to address project challenges and improve outcomes.
• Lead change management efforts to ensure smooth implementation of initiatives, including training and support for adopting new processes and tools.
• Report regularly to the Senior Director PMO and senior leadership on project status, risks, and key performance metrics, offering expert recommendations for course corrections as necessary.
Key Qualifications and Skills
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, or related field from an accredited, four-year university or equivalent experience; advanced degree preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in dedicated PM or PMO roles.
• Capability and willingness to adhere to strict quality assurance standards.
• Demonstrated, applicable experience in a specialist area such as project planning, risk management, compliance or performance analysis.
• Experience with advanced nuclear projects (preferred).
• Ability to work within a larger PMO structure, collaborating across departments and drawing n broader organizational resources when needed.
• Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Primavera P6) and MS Office Suite (e.g., Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel, and Project).
• 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
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 and standing for extended periods, bending/stooping, grasping/gripping, fine motor control (hands).
• Physical exertion and/or requirements: Minimal, with ability to safely lift up to 50 pounds.
• Repetitive work: Prolonged.
• Special Senses: Visual and audio focused work and ability to perform role in personal protective equipment.
• Work Conditions: Stairs, typing/keyboard, standard and/or sitting working environment of >8 hrs./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
Salary Range Level 10: $109,446.35 - $164,169.53
Salary Range Level 11: $120,671.62 - $ 201,119.37
*Typically, our employee salaries are within .90 – 1.0 of the mid-point of the posted salary bands. 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.
Benefits:
• Competitive Compensation
• Salary, eligible to participate in discretionary short-term incentive payments
• Comprehensive Medical and Wellness Benefits Medical
· Vision
· Dental
· Life
· Life and Disability
· Gender Affirmation Benefits
· 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
• Flexible Work Schedule
TerraPower Career and Benefits information: https://www.terrapower.com/contact-us/careers/