Project Manager - TPI

TerraPower
Bellevue, Washington
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TITLE: Project Manager - TPI

LOCATION: Bellevue, WA

The TerraPower Isotopes® (TPI™) division has been established to pursue medical isotopes development--advancing nuclear science for significant human health benefits. We seek to support revolutionary radiotherapies for treatments of various cancers through the supply of radioisotopes. TerraPower currently has unique access to a supply of thorium for the long-term production of actinium-225 in the growing alpha therapy market and intends to expand into other nuclear related medical treatments.

The TerraPower Isotopes (TPI) program is an integral part of the Washington State based TerraPower team, a company working to raise living standards globally. In 2006, the company originated with Bill Gates and a group of like-minded visionaries who evaluated the fundamental challenges to raising living standards around the world. TerraPower’s mission is to be a world leader in new nuclear technologies, while developing innovators and future leaders in the nuclear field.

TerraPower is seeking to hire highly motivated and forward-thinking professionals who are interested in focusing on advanced radiopharmaceutical applications and influencing change within nuclear medicine. 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) to proactively recruit, hire, and promote women, minorities, disabled persons and veterans.

Project Manager - TPI

TerraPower Isotopes (TPI) is seeking an experienced Project Manager to support the design, construction, and commissioning of a state-of-the-art cGMP radiopharmaceutical manufacturing facility. This role provides critical project management leadership across all phases of the project and will operate under stringent FDA and NRC regulations. The Project Manager will report to the Principal Project Manager and work closely with a multidisciplinary team including engineering, procurement, construction, and quality assurance to ensure the project is delivered safely, on schedule, and within budget.

This facility will require detailed design and integration of hot cells, specialized HVAC systems and regulated process environments. The Project Manager will play a key role in coordinating these complex technical interfaces, ensuring compliance with cGMP and radiation safety standards throughout the project lifecycle.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and integrate project cost, schedule, scope, and quality using industry-standard project management methodologies (PMBOK, Agile, etc.).

• Lead the planning, scheduling, and tracking of engineering and construction activities within the Integrated Master Control Schedule (IMCS), in collaboration with project controls.

• Coordinate closely with engineering leads to develop resource-loaded schedules and technical deliverables for control accounts.

• Identify, escalate, and resolve project conflicts and issues, serving as a primary point of contact for assigned workstreams.

• Monitor Earned Value Management (EVM) metrics and lead variance analysis, including the development of corrective and recovery plans.

• Ensure that all project activities comply with internal QA/QC policies and external regulatory requirements (FDA, NRC, etc.).

• Work closely with procurement and contract administration to ensure contract compliance and manage vendor performance.

• Maintain up-to-date documentation, risk register, and project records in accordance with corporate and regulatory standards.

• Foster clear communication across disciplines and ensure alignment between technical, regulatory, and business stakeholders.

Key Qualifications and Skills :

• B.S degree, with M.S, MBA or advanced degree preferred in Nuclear Medicine, Pharmacy, Chemistry, Project Management or related subject or relevant similar experience

• Minimum 5 years of project management experience in highly regulated environments; experience in cGMP, nuclear, pharmaceutical, or radiopharmaceutical manufacturing preferred.

• Demonstrated experience delivering large, complex capital projects under FDA and/or NRC oversight.

• Proficiency with Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS), risk management, and integrated scheduling tools.

• Strong working knowledge of project management software such as MS Project, Primavera, or equivalent.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with Atlassian tools (JIRA, Confluence) is a plus.

• PMP certification (or equivalent) preferred.

• Working knowledge of cleanroom, hot cell, or containment system design.

• Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Quality by Design (QbD), and validation protocols.

• Strong interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive accountability.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including executive-level reporting.

• 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 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 hrs./day

· Travel required 10-20%

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: $113,605 - $170,408

Salary Range Level 11: $125,257 - $208,762

*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 for family or individual

o Vision

o Dental

o Life

o Life and Disability

o Gender Affirmation Benefits

o Parental Leave

• 401k Plan

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)