Idaho National Laboratory

Project Manager

Idaho National Laboratory$79K — $195K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in business management, Project Management, or a related field; Master's or PhD with less experience also acceptable.
  • 2-5 years of relevant experience depending on level (Level 2 or Level 3).
  • Experience in a project lead or project management role.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential.
  • Potential requirement for a 'Q' level security clearance, depending on directorate.

Responsibilities

  • Plan, document, execute, manage, and report on diverse projects.
  • Integrate and communicate effectively with customers, partners, and project managers.
  • Determine project scope, requirements, and deliverables in collaboration with clients.
  • Utilize project management techniques to control technical, schedule, and budget baselines.
  • Monitor project activities and resources to mitigate risks and ensure safety compliance.
  • Collaborate with procurement and negotiate subcontract conditions with customers.
  • Perform project closeout activities, including final cost reports and documentation.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with flexible spending accounts.
  • 401(k) plan with an employer contribution and matching options.
  • Generous paid time off in the form of personal leave.
  • Tuition assistance through the Employee Education Program.
  • Comprehensive relocation package available.
  • Benefit eligibility may vary based on employment status and position classification.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Idaho National Laboratory is hiring a Project Manager to work onsite on our Critical Infrastructure Security & Resilience Programs team. Our team works a 9x80 schedule located out of our REC facility in Idaho Falls, Idaho facility with every other Friday off.

You will play an important role in leading delivery and capability development for high-impact mission work supporting Department of Homeland Security, DOE Office of Electricity, and DOE Cybersecurity, Energy Security, and Emergency Response offices.

Idaho National Laboratory needs Project Managers to lead high-impact projects that shape the future of energy, national security, and scientific innovation, with work directly contributing to the laboratory's legacy as a leader in nuclear technology, cybersecurity, and grid modernization. You'll plan, document, execute, manage, and report on projects, integrate and communicate with customers, partners, and managers of related projects, and determine appropriate products or services with clients to define project scope, requirements, and deliverables. Your responsibilities include utilizing project management techniques to assure technical, schedule, and budget baselines are controlled throughout each project phase, managing all projects in accordance with procedures and policies, collaborating with procurement and interfacing with customers regarding contract conditions, making improvements and solving problems when they arise, identifying project documentation requirements, reviewing inter-organizational agreements and subcontract packages for completeness, performing project closeout activities including final cost reports and records closeout, and developing teams to successfully complete projects supporting mission-critical research and infrastructure development.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities:
  • Plan, document, execute, manage, and report on projects.
  • Integrate and communicate with customers, partners, and managers of related projects.
  • Determine appropriate products or services with clients or customers to define project scope, requirements, and deliverables.
  • Utilize project management techniques to assure technical, schedule, and budget baselines are controlled throughout each phase of a project. Participate in phase, milestone, and final project reviews.
  • Manage all projects in accordance with all BEA procedures and policies. Monitor project activities and resources to mitigate risk.
  • Collaborate with procurement, and interface with the customer, regarding General and Special Conditions; participate in subcontract amendment negotiations and obtain necessary corporate and customer approvals.
  • Make improvements, solve problems, or take corrective action when problems arise.
  • Identify project documentation requirements or procedures.
  • Manage projects to ensure that they are completed on schedule, within budget, and that all work is performed in a safe manner.
  • Review inter-organizational agreements and subcontract packages for completeness and conformity to project requirements.
  • Perform project closeout activities including final cost report and project records closeout.
  • Develop teams as appropriate to successfully complete projects.


Required:
  • Level 2: Bachelor's degree in business management, Project Management, or a related field from an accredited institution and 2 years of experience. Master's and 0 years of experience. PhD and 0
    years' experience.
  • Level 3: Bachelor's degree in business management, Project Management, or a related field from an accredited institution and 5 years of experience. Master's and 2 years of experience. PhD and 2 years
    of experience.
  • Relevant experience functioning as a project lead, project manager, or lead role commensurate with level.
  • Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Depending on the assigned directorate, may be required to obtain and maintain a "Q" level security clearance.


The ideal candidate will possess:
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) Certificate, Project Management Institute (PMI) Certification, or other equivalent certification.
  • Experience with INL systems, processes, and track record of demonstrated success within the National Lab/DOE system.
  • Familiarity with programs and portfolios supporting N&HS customers including DOE, DHS, and DOW.
  • Demonstrated ability to organize teams, data, and processes to ensure efficient program delivery.


Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this classification, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, bend, and work in an office and field/laboratory environment. The job requires hand/finger dexterity to keyboard or type, handle materials, manipulate tools, and reach with hands and arms. The job requires operation of job-related equipment and driving a vehicle. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds without assistance. Sufficient visual acuity and hearing capacity to perform the essential functions and interact with the public is required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Job Information:
  • The pay range for this position is: Level #2 ($79,344 - $162,732) / Level #3 ($95,256- $195,288). At Idaho National Laboratory compensation decisions are determined using factors such as education, relevant experience, and other credentials.
  • Multi-Level: This is a multi-level posting and you will be placed at the appropriate level dependent on depth and breadth of proven experience and skills.
  • TDP: This is a testing designated position; you will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug screen and periodic drug testing throughout the term of your employment.


Benefits and Relocation

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts
  • 401(k) with a 4.2% employer contribution and up to 4.8% match (regular positions) or self-contribute access (postdoctoral positions)
  • Paid time off (personal leave)
  • Employee Education Program (tuition assistance for eligible positions)
  • Comprehensive Relocation Package
  • Benefit eligibility subject to multiple factors, including employment status and position classification.


At this time, BEA will not sponsor any H1-B visas obtained outside of the United States of America (U.S.A.), including consular visas.

About Idaho National Laboratory

Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is a science-based, applied engineering national laboratory dedicated to supporting the U.S. Department of Energy's mission in nuclear energy research, science, and national defense. INL is operated by Battelle Energy Alliance, LLC, a partnership between Battelle, BWX Technologies, Inc., and Texas A&M University System. INL's work is focused on delivering solutions to some of the nation's most pressing challenges in energy, national security, science, and the environment. INL's research and development capabilities are organized into four primary areas: Nuclear Science and Technology, National and Homeland Security, Energy and Environment, and Biological Science and Engineering.
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