Helion
Overview
We are a fusion power company based in Everett, WA, with the mission to build the world's first fusion power plant, enabling a future with unlimited clean electricity. Our vision is a world with clean, reliable, and affordable energy for everyone. Since Helion's founding in 2013, we have raised over $1 billion from investors including Sam Altman, Mithril, Capricorn Investment Group, SoftBank, and Lightspeed. Our last prototype, Trenta, completed 10,000 high-power pulses and reached plasma temperatures of 100 million degrees Celsius (9 keV). We are now operating Polaris, our next prototype on the path to the world's first fusion power plant. This is a pivotal time to join Helion. You will tackle real-world challenges with a team that prizes urgency, rigor, ownership, and a commitment to delivering hard truths – values essential to achieving what no one has before. Responsibilities
What You Will Be Doing:
As our Construction Project Manager, you will support leading end-to-end planning and execution of construction projects across Helion's sites. You'll manage budgets, schedules, internal crew task planning and contractors while ensuring projects meet safety, quality, and regulatory standards. You will report directly to our Facilities Construction Manager, and this is an onsite role located at our Everett, WA office. Support Facilities leadership in managing the full lifecycle of construction projects—from scope and design through commissioning and handoff Coordinate daily construction activities, ensuring alignment with design, schedule, safety, and permitting requirements Build and maintain project schedules; escalate risks and blockers quickly Assist with budgeting, cost tracking, and vendor invoicing Manage subcontractors and suppliers to meet schedule, cost, and quality standards Maintain project documentation, including permits, drawings, and compliance records Conduct site walks to monitor progress, quality, and safety Partner with engineering and operations teams to align scope, design, and execution Uphold safety, environmental health, and compliance standards Act with urgency to resolve roadblocks and maintain project momentum Qualifications
Required Skills: 5+ years of experience managing construction projects from initiation through close-out Experience with industrial, R&D, or energy/facility construction projects Strong knowledge of construction methods, building codes, and permitting Proven ability to manage budgets, schedules, and contractors on complex, multi-trade projects Track, prioritize, and deliver multiple construction and facility upgrade projects simultaneously—balancing schedule, budget, and evolving technical requirements in complex, scaling environments Ensure engineers, contractors, vendors, and internal teams stay coordinated to deliver projects on time and safely Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement Compensation and Benefits
Annual Base Pay: $120,000 - $160,000 USD. Helion's compensation package includes a competitively benchmarked base salary, meaningful equity grants, and comprehensive benefits. Final compensation is determined through a holistic evaluation of your experience, qualifications, and our commitment to internal equity. This is an exempt salaried role. Our benefits include: Medical, Dental, and Vision plans for employees and their families 31 Days of PTO (21 vacation days and 10 sick days) 10 paid holidays, plus company-wide winter break Up to 5% employer 401(k) match Short term disability, long term disability, and life insurance Paid parental leave and support (up to 16 weeks) Annual wellness stipend Equality
Helion is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the interview process, please let us know.
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We are a fusion power company based in Everett, WA, with the mission to build the world's first fusion power plant, enabling a future with unlimited clean electricity. Our vision is a world with clean, reliable, and affordable energy for everyone. Since Helion's founding in 2013, we have raised over $1 billion from investors including Sam Altman, Mithril, Capricorn Investment Group, SoftBank, and Lightspeed. Our last prototype, Trenta, completed 10,000 high-power pulses and reached plasma temperatures of 100 million degrees Celsius (9 keV). We are now operating Polaris, our next prototype on the path to the world's first fusion power plant. This is a pivotal time to join Helion. You will tackle real-world challenges with a team that prizes urgency, rigor, ownership, and a commitment to delivering hard truths – values essential to achieving what no one has before. Responsibilities
What You Will Be Doing:
As our Construction Project Manager, you will support leading end-to-end planning and execution of construction projects across Helion's sites. You'll manage budgets, schedules, internal crew task planning and contractors while ensuring projects meet safety, quality, and regulatory standards. You will report directly to our Facilities Construction Manager, and this is an onsite role located at our Everett, WA office. Support Facilities leadership in managing the full lifecycle of construction projects—from scope and design through commissioning and handoff Coordinate daily construction activities, ensuring alignment with design, schedule, safety, and permitting requirements Build and maintain project schedules; escalate risks and blockers quickly Assist with budgeting, cost tracking, and vendor invoicing Manage subcontractors and suppliers to meet schedule, cost, and quality standards Maintain project documentation, including permits, drawings, and compliance records Conduct site walks to monitor progress, quality, and safety Partner with engineering and operations teams to align scope, design, and execution Uphold safety, environmental health, and compliance standards Act with urgency to resolve roadblocks and maintain project momentum Qualifications
Required Skills: 5+ years of experience managing construction projects from initiation through close-out Experience with industrial, R&D, or energy/facility construction projects Strong knowledge of construction methods, building codes, and permitting Proven ability to manage budgets, schedules, and contractors on complex, multi-trade projects Track, prioritize, and deliver multiple construction and facility upgrade projects simultaneously—balancing schedule, budget, and evolving technical requirements in complex, scaling environments Ensure engineers, contractors, vendors, and internal teams stay coordinated to deliver projects on time and safely Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement Compensation and Benefits
Annual Base Pay: $120,000 - $160,000 USD. Helion's compensation package includes a competitively benchmarked base salary, meaningful equity grants, and comprehensive benefits. Final compensation is determined through a holistic evaluation of your experience, qualifications, and our commitment to internal equity. This is an exempt salaried role. Our benefits include: Medical, Dental, and Vision plans for employees and their families 31 Days of PTO (21 vacation days and 10 sick days) 10 paid holidays, plus company-wide winter break Up to 5% employer 401(k) match Short term disability, long term disability, and life insurance Paid parental leave and support (up to 16 weeks) Annual wellness stipend Equality
Helion is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the interview process, please let us know.
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