Project Manager - Special Programs Test Division

Battelle • Dugway, UT

18d • Hybrid

About The Position

Battelle delivers when others can't. We conduct research and development, manage national laboratories, design and manufacture products and deliver critical services for our clients—whether they are a multi-national corporation, a small start-up or a government agency. We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply. Job Summary The Project Manager is assigned to the Special Projects Division (SPD) at the West Desert Test Center (WDTC) as part of the Mission Support Services (MSS) contract at Dugway Proving Grounds (DPG). The individual must have a Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university or equivalent combination of education and military experience. Must have a Top-Secret security clearance. Must have five (5) years' experience in project management of large programs to include schedule and cost tracking, reporting, and communication with customers. Must be able to review Contract Work Orders (CWOs) requirements, perform execution plans, and provide technical expertise for the design and execution of training and testing programs. Must have demonstrated ability to coordinate and execute training and testing programs. Must serve as Subject Matter Expert (SME) in presentation of operational and technical matters via presentation and practical demonstrations. Must clearly demonstrate the ability to manage resources, coordinate multiple organizations and efforts, and execute multiple technical directives. Must be experienced in the development and management of work breakdown structures and earned value management.

Requirements

• Baccalaureate degree in science or engineering from an accredited university and at least five (5) years of project management experience with DOD contracts, preferably chemical or biological defense programs; or equivalent.
• Must have a Top Secret security clearance.
• Candidate must be a US Citizen.
• The selected applicant will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet and maintain eligibility requirements to be placed in a Public Trust Position.
• In addition, applicant selected may be subjected to qualification in accordance with Army Regulation 50-6, for placement in the U.S. Army Chemical Personnel Reliability Program (CPRP).
• Flexibility to respond to urgent project requests and/or changing priorities.
• This position may require a 50-hr work week.
• Drug-free workplace, urine testing for drugs is mandatory.
• This position involves work near or with toxic and hazardous materials.
• Must wear seat belts when driving or riding in vehicles on post.

Responsibilities

• Development and management of work breakdown structures.
• Must have demonstrated ability in monitoring, reporting, and presenting overall project cost, schedule, and performance to the customer.
• Maintain both formal and informal communications and relationships with clients including responsibility for reports and presentations.
• Achieve high technical quality in assigned projects.
• Train less experienced staff in various aspects of research, as assigned.
• Provide input to management for staff performance evaluations as requested.

Benefits

• Live an Extraordinary Life We care about your well-being, not just on the job. Battelle offers comprehensive and competitive benefits to help you live your best life.
• Balance life through a compressed work schedule : Most of our team follows a flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off—giving you a dedicated day to accomplish things in your personal life without using vacation time.
• Enjoy enhanced work flexibility, including a hybrid arrangement: You have options for where and when you work. Our Together with Flexibility model allows you to work 60% in-office and 40% remote, with Monday and Tuesday as common in-office days, dependent on team and position needs .
• Take time to recharge : You get paid time off to support work-life balance and keep motivated.
• Prioritize wellness : Stay healthy with medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives and benefits plus a variety of optional supplemental benefits.
• Better together : Coverage for partners, gender-affirming care and health support, and family formation support.
• Build your financial future : Build financial stability with an industry-leading 401(k) retirement savings plan. For most employees, we put in 5 percent whether you contribute or not, and match your contributions on top of that.
• Advance your education : Tuition assistance is available to pursue higher education.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees