Head of Construction

Oklo Inc•Santa Clara, CA

59d•$210,000 - $290,000•Remote

About The Position

Oklo is seeking a Head of Construction to oversee the planning, development, and construction execution of our Powerhouses and Fuel Recycling facilities. This individual will be responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of all aspects of facility development, including planning, budgeting, purchasing, and staffing.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED required
Knowledge of practices, methods, equipment, materials, and tools used in commercial construction
15+ years of experience in design and construction of complex facilities-preferably in the nuclear, energy, or a highly-regulated industry, with at least 3 years in a leadership or excellence-focused role
Ability to work in a rapidly changing environment
Experience managing multi-trade projects
Proficient with facilities layout and space planning software
Ability to operate forklifts, dollies, pallet jacks and rolling carts
Proficiency in CAD design tools
Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and facilitation skills, with experience presenting to senior leadership
Willingness to travel for site visits, audits, or team collaborations

Responsibilities

Provide planning, oversight and execution of new construction and capital improvement projects and programs
Hire and manage project engineers and on-location project managers
Willing to perform work tasks as needed on a specific and daily level
Coordinating with architects, engineers, contractors, and other consultants to ensure that projects are completed on time and within budget
With the support of Oklo's PMO and Finance Teams, oversee construction progress, ensuring that timing, costs, and contract requirements are met
Well versed in reading and interpreting architectural, plumbing, mechanical and electrical plans
Manage regularly-scheduled facility inspections, building construction/maintenance, electrical construction/maintenance, HVAC, property, and grounds upkeep
Interact with Oklo's nuclear regulatory experts to ensure facility compliance with all appropriate regulations
Organize monthly safety meetings to ensure both OSHA and the insurance carriers' requirements are satisfied and accountable for delivering safety programs to ensure no harm to people, the site, or the environment
Developing, implementing, and overseeing policies and procedures for effective facility management
Plan for the best allocation and utilization of space and resources
Monitor compliance with local codes and regulations regarding building safety and fire prevention
Ensure successful facility startup