Project Manager II

Texas A&M•Bryan, TX

About The Position

The George H.W. Bush Combat Development Complex (BCDC), part of The Texas A&M University System (TAM US), invites applications for a full-time Project Manager II supporting the Ballistic, Aero-Optics, and Materials (BAM) Range. The Bush Combat Development Complex - located on the 2,300-acre RELLIS Campus in Bryan, TX- is an ecosystem for agile technology development and service-member inspired research. The BCDC is the result of a partnership between the Department of Defense, Texas A&M University System, and the State of Texas. The $200 million complex is designed to bring together researchers from U.S. universities, the military, and the private sector for collaboration, demonstrations, and high-tech testing of initiatives to help accelerate military innovation for our nation's defense. The BAM Range is undergoing a major $5OM+, multi-year Phase II expansion, creating one of the most advanced open-air research, test, and development environments in the nation. As a key member of the BAM team, the Project Manager 1/11 will operate in a fast paced, high-complexity environment where operational clarity, schedule discipline, and proactive coordination are essential. This role is central to ensuring that technical teams, contractors, researchers, engineering staff, and leadership remain synchronized as BAM Phase II transitions from concept to on-the-ground capability. BCDC brings together researchers, engineers, service members, industry partners, and national labs to advance capabilities in integrated hypersonics, directed energy, advanced materials, trusted autonomy, FutureG, human-machine teaming, and more. We thrive in a fast-paced environment where technical excellence meets operational agility. We are seeking a highly organized, action-oriented Project Manager who excels at creating structure, driving execution, resolving issues early, and maintaining project momentum in an environment where speed, precision, and mission-focus matter. If you enjoy cutting through complexity, owning the operational heartbeat of a major program, and contributing to national security impact, this is a rare and meaningful opportunity. The Texas A&M University System provides its employees with competitive benefits including health insurance, paid leave, a defined-benefit retirement plan with 8.25% employer contribution through TRS, tuition assistance, and wellness programs to promote work/life balance. Salary: $4,180.17 - $6,666.67 per month commensurate with experience. Job Description Summary: The Project Manager II serves as an operational and coordination leader for the BAM Range's $5OM+ Phase II expansion, supporting the planning, execution, scheduling, and integration of construction, infrastructure, vendor, and technical development activities. This role is responsible for maintaining the project schedule, preparing and facilitating status updates, tracking action items, identifying risks early, coordinating across contractors and internal teams, and establishing the cadence that keeps the project moving forward. Minimal construction experience is required, though familiarity with infrastructure or capital projects is preferred; the ideal candidate excels in fast-paced environments, rapidly learning new domains, communicating clearly, and ensuring cross-functional alignment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in related field. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Five years of related experience.
Experience in project coordination, project management, or operational management in a fast-paced environment.
Experience managing schedules, coordinating meetings, tracking action items, or facilitating cross-functional collaboration.
Experience communicating across diverse technical and non-technical groups.
Experience driving execution and organizing complex workflows.
Ability to obtain a DOD Security Clearance.
Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to bring order and clarity to complex, fast-moving work.
Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to create crisp summaries and drive stakeholder alignment.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain momentum under pressure.
Proactive problem-solving; anticipates issues and engages the right people early.
Comfortable learning technical concepts quickly and asking the right questions to maintain alignment.
Strong attention to detail and disciplined follow-through.
May require occasional work outside normal hours to support time-sensitive actions.
Some travel may be required between RELLIS Campus and TAMU-College Station.
This is a security-sensitive position and is restricted to U.S. citizens only.
Only complete applications will be considered for employment at The Texas A&M System Offices.
Incomplete job application data could result in your application being rejected without an option to reapply.
A cover letter and resume may be required in addition to a completed employment application.
All positions are security-sensitive.
Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Nice To Haves

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
Experience supporting capital projects, infrastructure development, or facility upgrades (preferred but not required).
Experience in research, defense, engineering, or technology development environments.
Experience with contract coordination, vendor management, or technical integration.
Experience with risk management, schedule tools (e.g., MS Project), or project documentation systems.

Responsibilities

Maintains the master integrated schedule for BAM Phase II, tracking milestones, dependencies, long-lead items, and critical path activities.
Prepares weekly and monthly project status updates, ensuring leadership receives timely and actionable information.
Facilitates coordination meetings among contractors, technical staff, engineers, researchers, and BCDC leadership; drives clarity, follow-through, and accountability.
Maintains and updates project action logs, risk registers, and project records.
Tracks emerging issues and proactively engages stakeholders to prevent delays.
Coordinates the exchange of documentation, deliverables, submittals, and schedules with contractors and vendors.
Supports field coordination alongside engineers and facility staff to ensure alignment between design intent and execution.
Works with procurement and business teams to ensure acquisition actions align with schedule priorities.
Assists with onboarding and managing external project partners and subcontractors.
Develops and maintains project documentation, meeting minutes, decision records, and project plans.
Produces polished, concise briefings for BCDC leadership and TAMUS stakeholders.
Communicates clearly with technical and non-technical audiences, translating complexity into organized, structured information.
Partners with the Business Coordinator II and BCDC business office to align schedules with procurement, contracting, and financial operations.
Identifies workflow inefficiencies and proposes improvements that accelerate project execution.
Supports occasional BAM Range operations and integration efforts as needed.
Performs additional responsibilities as assigned to support the successful execution of BAM Phase II.