Program Manager, Subcontracts

BWXT • Lynchburg, VA

43d • Onsite

About The Position

At BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT), we are People Strong, Innovation Driven. A U.S.-based company, BWXT is a Fortune 1000 and Defense News Top 100 manufacturing and engineering innovator that provides safe and effective nuclear solutions for global security, clean energy, environmental restoration, nuclear medicine and space exploration. With more than 7,800 employees, BWXT has 14 major operating sites in the U.S., Canada and the U.K. We are the sole manufacturer of naval nuclear reactors for U.S. submarines and aircraft carriers. Our company supplies precision manufactured components, services and fuel for the commercial nuclear power industry across four continents. Our joint ventures provide environmental restoration and operations management at a dozen U.S. Department of Energy and NASA facilities. BWXT’s technology is driving advances in medical radioisotope production in North America and microreactors for various defense and space applications. BWXT’s Advanced Technologies (AT) group researches, designs, and develops innovative new nuclear reactors, nuclear rocket propulsion systems, and radioisotope production systems for both internal and external customers. If you are looking for a career where your experience is valued, innovative thinking is fostered, and barrier-free teamwork is embraced every day, then this opportunity is for you.

Requirements

• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in a technical field is required.
• A minimum of ten (10) years professional experience is required.
• A minimum of five (5) years of project management experience is required.
• Must be able to practice clear, concise, and result oriented communication to convey and coordinate technical exchanges internally and externally.
• Must possess demonstrable ability to analyze, condense, and write technical and commercial language presentations for customers and diverse audiences.
• Must possess experience in developing alternative technical and commercial strategies to solve complex project problems.
• Must possess demonstrable ability to adapt, manage, and succeed as changes occur.
• Must have prior experience in project management leadership on product developments implementing new technologies.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) or Department of Defense (DOD) security clearance, whichever is required.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated experience in creating project schedules, resource loading, managing project budgets, developing project cost/revenue forecasts, and creating and maintaining project baselines.
• Prior experience in the development and presentation of project management training focused on topics such as principles, tools, best practices, new trends, etc.
• Prior supervisory and mentor experience is preferred.
• Master of Science in a technical field or business administration is preferred.
• Prior Nuclear experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary contact for proposal and contract activities with subcontractors, internal and external customers.
• Assist in the development of proposals and coordination of activities associated with multiple projects simultaneously within a matrix organization.
• Execute contracts, internal work authorizations, and subcontracts to advance the organization’s needs.
• Develop and maintain project risk registers and action item tracking logs.
• Work closely with assigned BWXT groups to establish project controls, schedules, and budgets.
• Collaborate with project and technical leads to ensure projects remain on schedule and on budget.
• Develop and manage project forecasts and forecast updates for bookings, revenue, and gross margin.
• Track budgets against business unit forecasts and assigned projects against approved budgets.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package, including health, dental, and retirement plans.
• Flexible work schedules and paid time off to promote a healthy work-life balance.
• Professional development opportunities, including mentorship programs and sponsorship for continuing education.
• An inclusive atmosphere that celebrates new perspectives and supports collaboration between different generations.
• The chance to be part of a mission-driven organization making a positive impact on the future of energy.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and training to grow throughout your career!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level