SUMMARY: Manages all aspects of small and medium sized complex technical projects comprised of design/build and build to print projects for a range of clients (e.g. DOE, DOD, NNSA, National Laboratory, Pharmaceutical companies, etc.) per the contracted scope of work consisting of codes, specifications and drawings. Develops, plans, directs, and coordinates project activities to ensure that goals and objectives of the projects are accomplished, delivering them on time, to the required quality standards and at or below budget.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Establishes detailed project plans for each phase of the project and identifies key resources required to support and execute the project
• Identifies key metrics to include budget, schedule and quality and implements project control tools to evaluate project performance against these key metrics at various phases of the project (i.e. during design, manufacturing, close-out, etc.)
• Communicates project plans to customers, project team members and department leads to ensure clear understanding of project scope and project metrics
• Works with department leads to develop project staffing plans and ensure key personnel and resources are identified early in the project planning process and are available for project execution
• Performs risk analysis and develops risk mitigation plans for complex projects including developing contingency plans and providing transparency for the project
• Manages customer expectations and effectively communicates project status, dependencies, issues and risks to customers
• Develops strong, long-term customer and industry relationships
• Actively drives and manages projects and project teams to ensure we are delivering expected outcomes and meeting or exceeding key project metrics
• Ability to lead and direct cross-functional teams to include engineering, manufacturing, purchasing, quality, and outside contractors
• May be asked to participate in contract and proposal reviews.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities, however direction may be provided to project coordinators, QA and engineering personnel, and to shop personnel. Direction is provided in the spirit of organizing and prioritizing the tasks required to complete projects on time and within budget.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing, engineering or related discipline with at least 4 years experience leading projects/programs. Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is a plus. Must have experience managing complex projects in excess of $1M. Prefer experience with Government programs/project and/or experience with nuclear or NQA-1 related programs/projects.

SKILLS and ABILITIES:

• Ability to manage teams through influence rather than absolute authority
• Ability to define problems and collects data to overcome challenges
• Action oriented, independent worker with the ability to drive solutions and improve project performance with minimal supervision
• Strong oral and written communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with all organization levels both internally and externally (customer)
• Ability to effectively organize and present project information including options, alternatives and recommendations to the customer and senior management
• Ability to handle multiple projects and assignments
• Capacity to embrace change and quickly adapt to new situations, changes in direction and priorities
• Ability to read and interpret a variety of technical specifications, government regulations, quality requirements and read and interpret drawings
• Proficient in Microsoft Office tools including Microsoft Project
• Familiarity working within an ERP or MRP system is preferred

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is a plus.

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Position Type: Full time Exempt
Pay Range: $85,000-$125,000 annually

Benefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with company match, Life, Long and Short-term disability, Vacation and Sick pay accruals, Safety boot and Safety RX eyeglass reimbursement, Company store, EAP and more!

It is the policy of Machine Build Technologies, LLC to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.