Principal Project Manager - Naval Nuclear Laboratory : Job Details

Working at the Naval Nuclear Laboratory we foster pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, and Collaboration. Our company encourages diversity and inclusion in all its forms while ensuring the safety and reliability of our nation's naval nuclear reactors, and training the Sailors who operate those reactors in the U.S. Navy's submarines and aircraft carrier Fleets. Looking for a lifetime career? Apply today!Job Description The Fleet Projects organization is looking for a project manager to be responsible for the engineering and procurement deliverables associated with the LOS ANGELES Class and USS JIMMY CARTER Refueling Overhauls. The successful candidate will be responsible for implementing traditional project management principles, practices, and tools. Responsibilities include actively and effectively managing the charter, work breakdown structure, scope, cost estimates, risks, change control, metrics, and schedules. The candidate will be responsible for all aspects of project management, and should engage stakeholders at a technical level in order to assess project progress. The candidate is expected to frequently communicate and collaborate with all areas of the project (engineering, management, subcontractors, procurement, finance, shipyards, and the Navy customer) to reach common ground, as well as establish and reinforce a single, consistent plan. The candidate will be responsible to ensure the established project scope, and schedule are executed within budget, which is approximately $150M for each project.The successful candidate must have strong communication and organizational skills, the ability to lead teams, and have the ability to collaborate on programmatic and resource topics with multiple stakeholders. Analyzing and tracking overall project costs, including manpower and expenditures by year, source of funds, and WBS area are a significant and key component of responsibilities to ensure successful projects. This position provides a unique opportunity to work with approximately 50 organization across the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program, to complete significant projects supporting the Navy's nuclear-powered fleet.Required Combination of Knowledge and Skill Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and a minimum of 9 years of relevant experience; orMaster's degree from an accredited college or university in a related field and a minimum of 7 years of relevant experience.Preferred Skills Formal Project Management experience Experience in maintaining project schedules, analysis of financial performance, understanding of budget processes, funding sources, and technical work plans. Leadership experience including team building, influencing others, and the ability to effectively interact across a variety of groups. Experience working on integrated project teams, and development and support of the elements of project execution. Strong communication skills to provide group direction, as well as articulate issues and convey ideas throughout the organization. Experience reporting project status (e.g., A3 sheet, Earned Value, Financial, etc). MS Project or P6 experience. Innovative and creative thinking, beyond current systems and requirements. Self-motivated with the ability to work on multiple initiatives concurrently. Problem solving, analytical, written and presentation skills. Project Management Professional (PMP) or Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) is beneficial, but not required.Compensation and Benefits Health, Dental, Vision & Voluntary Benefits Disability, Life & Accident Insurance 401(k) Savings program & Captial Accumulation Plan Personal & Medical Time Off Paid Parental Leave Flexible Work Schedules Tuition Assistance for Eligible Employees Student Debt Benefit Personal Time Off Sell Program Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Wellness Program Visit us online to view all NNL benefits!Pay Range $103,100.00 - $161,100.00 annually Salary information provided is a general guide line only. Annual salary is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerationsThe Naval Nuclear Laboratory is operated for the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) by Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC (FMP), a wholly owned subsidiary of Fluor Corporation. Naval Nuclear Laboratory personnel are FMP employees who work at four DOE facilities: Bettis Atomic Power Laboratory, Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory, Kenneth A. Kesselring Site, and Naval Reactors Facility, and at the U.S. Department of Defense-owned Nuclear Power Training Unit-Charleston. FMP employees also have an established presence at numerous shipyards and vendor locations. For nearly 70 years, the Naval Nuclear Laboratory has developed advanced nuclear propulsion technology, provided technical support, and trained world-class nuclear operators to ensure the safe and reliable operation of our nation's submarine and aircraft carrier Fleets. The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is a national asset solely dedicated to the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program. We rely on the dedication and innovation of our nearly 8000 engineers, scientists, technicians, and support personnel. All candidates must be U.S. citizens. Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter. FMP is a government contractor and maintains a drug free workplace and workforce. All candidates must be able to pass a drug test in compliance with FMP company policy and 10 CFR 707. Marijuana is a Federal Schedule I controlled substance and illegal under Federal Law. Therefore, FMP is required to test for marijuana. Fluor Marine Propulsion is an Equal Opportunity Employer (Veterans/Disabilities) committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state, or local law.