Project Manager #RFP-49350 (3887)

Navarro Research and Engineering is recruiting a Project Manager (3887) in Idaho Falls, ID. 

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. 

Position Description 

The Project Manager will support the Calcine Disposition Project (CDP) in planning project scope, organizing resources, and executing project work. This role will function primarily as a Work Package Manager, supporting the Sr. Manager/Control Account Manager with planning, monitoring, reporting, and technical oversight. The position requires application of management and engineering principles related to the design, modification, and operation of a test and processing facility at the DOE Idaho Site. 

The Project Manager will develop and maintain project-specific documentation, including schedules, cost estimates, project management and engineering documentation, and compliance strategies, in accordance with DOE directives and Idaho Cleanup Project (ICP) company standards. The role requires direct involvement with project activities, routine field work at the DOE Idaho Site, and interaction with management, support organizations, and project stakeholders. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Develop and review project plans and proposals and collaborate with management to establish project objectives 

• Identify project priorities, define phases and key elements, and establish project sequencing and timelines 

• Prepare and manage project budgets, including materials, labor, and associated costs 

• Coordinate work with contractors, engineers, and business support teams to ensure alignment on objectives 

• Identify and manage project risks, including technical risks 

• Monitor project performance to ensure adherence to schedule and budget, adjusting plans as required 

• Communicate project progress to ICP and DOE management and stakeholders through reports and presentations 

• Lead troubleshooting and problem-solving efforts to resolve issues impacting project execution 

• Organize and maintain project documentation, including records and project notes 

• Coordinate services between CDP and ICP support organizations 

• Develop project-specific plans, budgets, and schedules 

• Support document preparation and technical reviews 

• Direct and monitor execution of defined project scope 

• Provide project-specific safety and compliance leadership 

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of five (5) years of directly applicable experience 

• Experience in project management and/or engineering disciplines preferred 

• Demonstrated ability to apply management and engineering principles within DOE or similar regulated environments 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Experience working at a Department of Energy facility 

• Familiarity with DOE orders and standards, including DOE O 413.3B, DOE-STD-1189-2016, DOE-STD-1073, and DOE-STD-1104-2016 

• Experience interfacing with DOE and multiple stakeholders, including Idaho DEQ, U.S. EPA, Tribal Nations, and the public 

Required Skills and Abilities 

• Excellent problem-solving, interpersonal, and communication skills 

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and tasks with limited direction and supervision 

• Ability to work effectively under short deadlines and changing priorities 

• Strong technical writing skills, particularly for project and engineering documentation 

• Ability to collaborate effectively with individual contributors and management teams 

Safety, Health, Quality, and Security Requirements 

• Comply with all applicable health, safety, and security requirements 

• Maintain knowledge of emergency procedures and reporting protocols for unsafe conditions 

• Adhere to environmental, safety, health, and pollution prevention regulations, policies, and procedures 

• Ensure personal and team safety and report unsafe conditions to management 

• Apply the five core functions of the Integrated Safety Management System in all job duties 

• Support operational excellence through adherence to conduct of operations standards 

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 sex, race, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran’s status, or any classification protected by applicable state or local law. 

EEO Employer/Vet/Disabled 

Benefits

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