Deputy Director/Project Manager

Sct; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Employer 401(k) with match

Paid time off

Disability insurance

Job summary

Strategy Consulting Team (SCT) seeks a Deputy Director/Project Manager to support the DOE/NNSA NA-11 mission in the Washington, DC area. You will lead contract performance, interface with CO/COR, supervise project personnel, and provide technical and analytical support to NA-11 leadership.

The role requires 10+ years in government program management, an MS/PhD, and an active Q clearance, with a strong background in science or engineering.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of program management experience in national security or defense.
• Advanced STEM degree (MS/PhD).
• Active Q clearance required.
• Experience with NNSA/DOE or similar government programs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the principal interface with the Contracting Officer (CO) and COR.
• Manage all project activities and ensure contractual performance.
• Supervise project personnel and enforce performance standards.
• Provide technical and analytical support to NA-11 leadership.
• Prepare and submit reports, deliverables, and project documentation on schedule.
• Communicate policies, mission, purpose, and goals to project personnel.
• Establish and maintain quality assurance processes for objectives and requirements.
• Monitor progress, identify risks, and implement corrective actions.
• Act as a technical advisor in project management and experiments.

Skills

Contract and project management

Security clearance (Q)

National security/defense experience

Technical/engineering expertise

Education

MS/PhD in STEM

Job description

Description

Strategy Consulting Team (SCT) is seeking a Deputy Director/Project Manager to support the Department of Energy’s National Nuclear Security Administration (DOE/NNSA), Office of Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation (NA-11).

The Deputy Director/Project Manager will have overall responsibility for contract performance and serve as SCT’s principal point of contact and authorized interface with the Contracting Officer (CO) and Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR). The position will lead project personnel, manage contractual and technical requirements, oversee quality and performance, and provide technical and analytical support to NA-11 leadership and program offices.

The successful candidate will combine strong contract and project management experience with scientific or engineering expertise relevant to NA-11’s research, development, testing, evaluation, and experimental science mission.

Any employment offer will be contingent upon contract award, verification of qualifications, maintenance of required security credentials, and Government approval when required.

Duties

• Serve as the principal point of contact and authorized interface with the Contracting Officer (CO) and Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR).
• Manage all project activities and ensure the successful performance of contractual requirements.
• Supervise project personnel, assign work schedules, establish and enforce performance standards, and address work discrepancies.
• Provide technical and analytical support to meet project requirements and organizational objectives.
• Prepare, review, and submit all required reports, deliverables, and project documentation accurately and on schedule.
• Communicate organizational policies, mission, purpose, and goals to project personnel.
• Establish and maintain quality assurance processes to ensure all project performance objectives, standards, and contractual requirements are achieved.
• Monitor project progress, identify performance risks, and implement corrective actions as necessary.
• Serve as a technical advisor assisting in project management and experiment execution, providing subject matter expertise, technical and analytical support.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience working at an NNSA laboratory, or equivalent, conducting program management and/or research for the US Government in national security, intelligence, or defense.
• Advanced Science/Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) degree (Master of Science (MS)/Doctor of Philosophy (PhD).
• Hold an active Q clearance
• Preferred experience supporting NNSA Office of Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation or equivalent organization.

Location

DOE/NNSA facilities in the Washington, DC, area

Compensation

The anticipated salary range for this full-time position is $150,000 to $200,000 annually. The final salary offered will be determined based on factors such as the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and contractual requirements, as applicable.

SCT offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible full-time employees, including medical, dental and vision coverage; employer paid basic life and short-term disability insurance; voluntary supplemental insurance options; paid time off and paid holidays; and a 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching, subject to plan eligibility requirements.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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As set forth in SCT’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy,we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.

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