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Director of Project Development

Oklo
Location
Santa Clara, CA or Remote
Posted
17 days ago
Department
Business
Salary
$225,000-$275,000
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 12+ years in energy generation or large load project development
  • Demonstrated track record advancing projects from greenfield to financial close
  • Deep familiarity with the full development lifecycle: site control, permitting coordination, interconnection, and project financing
  • Exceptional cross-functional leadership and stakeholder management skills
Nice to have
  • Nuclear, utility-scale generation, or complex infrastructure experience strongly preferred
What the job really is

The Director of Project Development at Oklo is responsible for managing the development pipeline of the Aurora powerhouse, overseeing multiple projects from site control to financial close. This role involves leading cross-functional teams, mentoring project developers, and ensuring projects meet schedules and budgets while coordinating with various internal and external stakeholders. The position requires a strong focus on clean energy and advanced fission technologies, as well as a commitment to teamwork and creative problem-solving in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits
  • Salary: $225,000-$275,000
  • Flexible time off
  • Equity
  • Bonuses
  • Competitive pay
  • 401(k)
Things to weigh
  • Remote employees must travel to headquarters twice a quarter and be onsite for the first two weeks of onboarding
  • The role requires a high degree of self-motivation and adaptability in a startup environment
  • Candidates must be comfortable with a fast-paced, dynamic work culture
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