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Lead Project Manager

Kansas City National Security Campus
Kansas, MO Full Time
POSTED ON 6/23/2026 CLOSED ON 8/10/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Project Manager position at Kansas City National Security Campus?

The Kansas City National Security Campus (KCNSC), managed and operated by Honeywell Federal Manufacturing & Technologies, is a premier advanced manufacturing facility that supports the safety, security, reliability and effectiveness of our nation's nuclear deterrent. With nearly 7,000 employees combined in Kansas City, Missouri, and Albuquerque, New Mexico, KCNSC protects our nation and allies by producing trusted national security products and services for the U.S. Department of Energy's National Nuclear Security Administration.

We create innovative solutions to complex national security challenges, and lead with accountability, collaboration and an unwavering dedication to our mission and core values.

Are you ready to do work that matters?

Summary

This Lead Project Manager is responsible for leading high-visibility projects, and/or strategic process development and execution. A Lead Project Manager is also responsible for executing project management activities. Other responsibilities include representing program/project management functions for assigned activities to internal and external stakeholders.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Leads, directs, influences, and exercises extensive program/project knowledge and expertise to evaluate and resolve significant issues.
  • Negotiates, evaluates, determines and executes department specific projects and program management activities to manage one or more significant, complex program or components.
  • Leads multiple aspects of financial planning, monitoring, reporting, scheduling, network analysis, and preparation of technical/schedule information required for program/project planning.
  • Serves as primary point of contact and administrative/logistical liaison role with customers and partners.
  • Integrates customer needs with business competencies to drive growth in both existing and emerging markets. Participates in strategic and market planning.
  • Leads teams and matrix reports to manage day-to-day program requirements. May assist the selection and development of program/project employees.
  • Provides program/project management guidance for functional/divisional project leads while ensuring that projects are prioritized and managed to a successful completion.
  • Provides expertise for execution of program/project training and development across the organization and, potentially, across elements of the NSE.
  • Develop, maintain, and interpret EVM metrics; generate regular EVM status reports for stakeholders.
  • Build, maintain, and automate data pipelines using Excel, Power Query, ERP, SQL (or comparable tools). Evaluate and adopt emerging analytics platforms as needed.
  • Analyze legacy systems and undocumented processes; document current workflows and recommend streamlined alternatives.
  • Identify risks, conduct root cause analyses, and devise pragmatic solutions where no clear answer exists.

You Must Have

  • Bachelors degree in Engineering, Scientific, or Business-related field
  • 7 or more years, of experience in key Engineering. Manufacturing, and/or Program/Project Management roles
  • Ability to travel up to 5% of the time
  • United State Citizenship
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) security clearance (some positions require additional DOE designations)
  • Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of this job
  • Ability to work on-site as directed by management and as determined by the needs of the business
  • Ability to travel up to 5% of the time

We Value

  • Master’s degree in engineering, Scientific, or Business-related field preferred.
  • Demonstrates broad knowledge of project and program processes and principles.
  • Demonstrates expertise in estimation methods and contemporary program management trends and practices.
  • Demonstrates high-level proficiency in integrating multiple, complex business and project/program processes.
  • Possesses effective communication, interactive presentations, and negotiation skills.
  • Acts as a mentor, coach, and leads program/project management personnel and other staff in a matrixed management environment.
  • Advanced proficiency in Excel, Power Query, SQL (or equivalent).
  • Direct experience with EVM methodology and reporting.
  • Demonstrated experience preparing and interpreting financial reports within a production environment.
  • Familiarity with production project management and ERP systems
  • Proven ability to work in ambiguous settings, perform risk assessments, and reverse engineer existing infrastructure.
  • Demonstrated aptitude for quickly learning new tools and technologies.

This job description/job posting is not all inclusive and other duties may be assigned.

What We Offer

We are focused on attracting, hiring and retaining talented people who power our mission. Our robust total rewards package recognizes performance, fuels development and supports flexibility. Key features include:

  • Medical, dental and vision insurance
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Industry leading 401(k) match
  • Generous paid time off
  • Flexible work schedule
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Professional Certification & License Programs
  • Mission driven culture

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  • Job ID: 4922
  • Category: Business Management
  • Level of Experience:
  • Posting Location: Kansas City National Security Campus 14520 Botts Road Kansas City, MO, 64147
  • Remote Eligibility: On-Site
  • Travel Required: 0-10%
  • Approved Work States: MO
  • Hourly/Salary: Salary
  • Division: 300
  • Department: 365

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