Program Manager DOE

Who we need…

• Work with account manager to establish and maintain annual backlog budgets and assist in growth opportunities
• Work closely with account manager, cross-functional teams, and assigned project managers to plan and develop scope, deliverables, required resources, work plan, budget, and timing for new initiatives 
• Manage program and project teams for optimal return-on-investment, and coordinate and delegate cross-project initiatives 
• Identify key requirements needed from cross-functional teams and external vendors 
• Develop and manage budget for projects and be accountable for delivering against established business goals/objectives  
• Analyze, evaluate, and manage program performance, and produce periodic program reports for management stakeholders 
• Demonstrate experience in project management of extensive multi-phase projects 
• Strong analytical/problem resolution skills 
• Ability to establish and maintain strong relationships and to influence others and move toward a common vision or goal 
• Strong working knowledge of business management best practice 
• Aptitude for exceptional problem-solving skills –analytical, innovative, and creative 
• Ability to be self-directed and be an independent contributor to the team in support of direct billing goals
• High degree of emotional intelligence to effectively deal with increasingly diverse clients and teams 
• Confidence and maturity to work with senior clients and interna staff 
• Must have excellent verbal/written communication skills and effective interpersonal skills
• Proficient user of MS Office applications (intermediate user of MS Excel) 
• Ability to obtain a security clearance (or currently hold a security clearance from DOD or DOE) 
• Work as an individual contributor in addition to manager responsibilities
• ​Perform other duties as assigned.

What you will need…

• Bachelor’s degree required
• 5 + years of work experience in an advanced management role
• Experience working with the Department of Energy
• Some proficiency in areas related to:
• Project controls, including scheduling, budgeting, risk management, and performance tracking, to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and in alignment with organizational goals.
• Project management skills, encompassing planning, resource allocation, stakeholder communication, and team leadership to deliver projects efficiently, meet quality standards, and achieve strategic objectives.
• Business Process Services (BPS), focusing on streamlining and optimizing processes to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and ensure alignment with organizational strategy and performance goals
• Proficiency in the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), including requirements gathering, design, development, testing, and deployment, to ensure high-quality software solutions that meet user needs and align with organizational objectives
• Change management, with skills in planning, communication, stakeholder engagement, and training to facilitate smooth transitions, minimize disruption, and align organizational changes with strategic objectives
• Facility management, including maintenance, space planning, safety compliance, and vendor coordination, to ensure efficient, safe, and cost-effective operations that support organizational needs and objectives.
• Environmental management, with skills in regulatory compliance, sustainability initiatives, risk assessment, and waste reduction to promote environmental responsibility and align with organizational sustainability goals
• Able to engage in strategic conversations leveraging project management as the core competency.
• Demonstrated service-oriented industry experience
• Experience in a federal environment is strongly preferred
• Strong analytical/problem resolution skills 
•  Ability to establish and maintain strong relationships and to influence others and move toward a common vision or goal 
• Strong working knowledge of business management best practice 
• Aptitude for exceptional problem-solving skills –analytical, innovative, and creative 
• Ability to be self-directed and be an independent contributor to the team in support of direct billing goals
• High degree of emotional intelligence to effectively deal with increasingly diverse clients and teams 
• Confidence and maturity to work with senior clients and interna staff 
• Must have excellent verbal/written communication skills and effective interpersonal skills

• Master’s Degree
• PMP certification preferred

• Knoxville, TN

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• PTO & Company Paid Holidays
• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
• Parental Leave
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Basic Life & Supplemental Life
• Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short-Term Disability
• Skills Development & Certifications
• Employee Referral Program
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

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