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Principal Program Manager D - Technical Services

Job Title
Principal Program Manager D - Technical Services
Job ID
27753210
Location
Aiken, SC, 29801 
Other Location
Description
OVERVIEW
Longenecker & Associates (L&A) seeks a motivated Principal Program Manager D - Technical Services to contribute to our mission supporting our work at
SRNS in Aiken, SC.

L&A is a woman-owned small business and trusted partner enabling critical missions across the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) complex for more than 30 years. We contribute to DOE’s nuclear security and environmental remediation enterprise by providing the highest-caliber staff and experts.

L&A is unconditionally committed to mission success and the well-being of employees, the nation and the environment. Our team members are passionate about building a healthier environment for generations to come. We are a community that interfaces and effectively communicates with all levels of management and government. If you have a passion for excellence, seek opportunities to engage in mission critical work, and consistently exceed expectations, apply now to join our professional family.

POSITION DESCRIPTION
  • Plan, develop, implement, and administer a variety of broad or unique programmatic or administrative or technical functions in direct support of Tech Services Site Infrastructure, Business Services, & site Maintenance Facility Support missions.
  • Provide immediate level guidance, work direction, oversight, and leadership to a functional work group(s), section or unit in an administrative or business support capacity.
  • Perform a wide variety of complex, advanced and diverse functions in direct support of Site common infrastructure and/or Site-wide Programs.
  • Receive assignments in the form of objectives with goals and process to achieve goals generally outlined by management.
  • Exhibit competency at the highest technical or programmatic level as demonstrated by both personal expertise and the effective direction and leadership of assigned work group. Directs design and modification of area of programmatic responsibility.
  • Assists less senior personnel with more difficult aspects of work.
  • Provide guidance to less senior employees according to established policies and management guidance.
  • Plans, prioritizes, and coordinates work for others to meet unit or work deadlines.
  • Operate under deadlines and may be subject to extreme workloads.
  • Administer company policies that directly affect subordinate employees.
  • Provide centralized control of a program or process that supports operations.
  • Interpret and communicate programmatic, technical or process changes to operations personnel.
  • Responsible for accuracy and applicability of procedures and policies that impact the day-to-day operations of the work group. Develop, implement, and conduct training for personnel and management impacted by assigned programmatic, technical or support function. Train less senior staff personnel.
  • Assist the manager in the preparation, forecasting and reporting of organization performance, budgets, manpower requirements, workload distribution and the development of resource requirements.
  • May be in the position of acting as the primary liaison between two Site organizations, operating in a matrix capacity, and supporting the goals and requirements of both organizations.
  • In this capacity, may have personnel and programmatic responsibilities within each organization concurrently.
  • May be responsible for overseeing contractual obligations of work group, or for the company, and to act as management representative to an external contractor.
  • Duties may involve activities to resolve contractual issues with subcontractors, the DOE, external auditing agencies, and effected internal customers.
  • May provide relief for or represent the next immediate level of management.


EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS 

  • Masters in engineering, science, business, management or other technical or business discipline and 6 years of experience in operations, engineering, business, project planning, and/or program planning at a strategic, long-range programmatic level.
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, science, business, management or other technical or business discipline and 10 years of experience in operations, engineering, business, project planning, and/or program planning at a strategic, long-range programmatic level.
  • Associate's degree in management or other technical or business discipline and 14 years of relevant experience.
  • High School diploma and 17 years of relevant experience. A comprehensive level of knowledge and understanding of all aspects of the functional or program area assigned is required. Thorough knowledge and understanding of all pertinent policies, practices,
  • procedures, DOE orders and regulatory statutes which impact the function or program supported is required.


 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
  • Ability to work in a diverse work environment,
  • Satisfactory results of a pre-employment screening, which includes a background check and drug screening.
  • Ability to fulfill and promote L&A core values.
  • Knowledgeable about DOE O 413.3B
  • Experienced in DOE CD-3X Package Submittals
  • Knowledgeable about SRNS Project Management and EVMS policies, procedures, and manuals.
  • Experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS).
  • Experience in industrial (or similar) training design, development, tracking, status reporting document approval and publication process.
Desired Qualifications
  • Candidates who have possessed an active DOE clearance (L or Q) within the past two (2) years are preferred.
  • Bachelor’s degree in business management, communication, or a related field.
  • 2 to 5 years or more of experience in training and development or a similar role.
  • Excellent presentation and facilitation skills.
  • Strong organizational and project management skills.
  • Ability to lead others in completing work assignments or work independently.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficient in MS Office (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Access).
  • Well-versed in the SRNS document creation and approval process.
  • Oversee the completion of assigned projects.
  • Coordinate meetings, document meeting minutes, track, and report on action items through closure.
  • Ability to adapt and learn new computer and project management skills to complete emerging work assignments.​​​​​​

PF-81 Evaluation Criteria: 
    • Price and Cost to Company: 30%
    • Technical Acceptability: 60%
    • Availability & Qualifications of Personnel: 10%

                               
Duration of the Contract: 1 year, 2 option periods.

Estimated Hours Per Year: 2080 ST 400 OT

Anticipated Work Schedule: 6am to 430pm, Mon-Thurs. 

Onsite or Remote? 100% Onsite.  Local candidates or willing to relocate at the candidate's expense.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
Successful candidates will be able to perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation. This job posting reflects management’s assignment of essential functions and the descriptions listed do not restrict management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. 

SALARY AND BENEFITS
As an L&A employee, you will be eligible for a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare (medical and dental), 401K plan, and paid time off. We believe in investing in our employees beyond compensation and as an L&A employee, you will have access to in-house training, career pathing, mentoring, award programs, tuition reimbursement and much more.


L&A is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran.
 

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