Project Management Support (3323)

Navarro Research and Engineering is recruiting Project Management Support (3323).

Navarro Research & Engineering is an award-winning federal contractor dedicated to partnering with clients to advance clean energy and deliver effective solutions for complex challenges in the nuclear and environmental fields. Joining Navarro means being a part of an exceptional team committed to quality and safety while also looking for innovative strategies to create value for the client’s success. Headquartered in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, Navarro has active programs in place across the nation for DOE/NNSA, NASA, and the Department of Defense.

DOE requires expert technical and programmatic advice in the implementation of robust decision-analytical processes including the development of decision papers (memorandum), preparation of decision trees and tables, Advice on technical decisions, analysis of risks, development of roadmaps and decision frameworks, and assistance in framing, making, and implementing decisions by DOE. Ongoing work is focused on:

• Recommending decisions to DOE associated with the design of the High Level Waste (HLW) Vitrification facility.
• Resolution of emerging challenges from integrating facilities that support the Direct-Feed LAW mission.
• Providing expert advice to DOE on proposed technical approaches and will also include expert evaluations of assessments and determinations reached as a result of sources used for pricing and cost estimates.
• Professional assistance in making and implementing decisions to be relied upon by DOE’s senior leadership and will be used for obtaining subsequent support and approval via the approval process established and required by DOE’s Washington DC headquarters staff and professional experts.
• Mission support tasks for ORP senior management/staff also includes development of white papers and other programmatic documents in areas related to the Consent Decree and Tri-Party Agreement, negotiations with Environmental Regulators, ORP budget, strategic planning and communications, and public affairs.
• Utilize excellent writing and communication skills in all interactions.

Requirements

• BS/BA degree in Engineering or Business Administration.
• Prior training and certifications as a Federal Project Director II and Federal Contracting Officer Representative II.

Preferred Experience & Capabilities

• Ten years’ experience as a Federal Project Director with experience implementing DOE’s program management practices, policies, and procedures.
• Working level knowledge of Hanford Site mission, activities, and priorities.
• Working level knowledge of DOE Hanford processes and procedures.
• Excellent communication responsiveness and customer service skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365.
• Excellent knowledge of MS Word and Excel.

Due to the nature of the government contract requirements and/or clearances requirements, US citizenship is required.

Navarro is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.

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Annual Salary Range (based on full-time 40 hours per week)

$131,000 - $191,000

In accordance with the Navarro Research and Engineering, Inc (Navarro) salary determination process, Navarro takes into consideration the level of assigned job duties and responsibilities and the candidate’s education, training, and/or experience relative to internal peers and the external labor market. A candidate's salary history will not be used in compensation decisions.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability