Director, Program Management Enrichment Operations

BWX Technologies, Inc.; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 200,000 - 271,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental plan

Retirement plan

Flexible work schedules

Professional development

Job summary

BWX Technologies, Inc. (BWXT) is seeking a Director of the Program Management Office to lead enterprise governance, scheduling, cost and risk across enrichment programs.

The successful candidate will build a high‑performing PMO aligned with federal standards and BWXT governance, accelerating LEU/HALEU/HEU production through disciplined execution and cross‑functional coordination.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, or related field required.
• 12+ years leading large PMOs or program controls in regulated environments.
• Experience with DOE/NNSA programs and nuclear industries is preferred.
• Strong governance, scheduling, risk, and cost management capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the EO PMO and mature it into a high‑performing organization.
• Implement IMS, baseline management, change control and reporting.
• Govern project initiation, execution, monitoring and closeout.
• Build and maintain the EO Integrated Master Schedule.
• Coordinate schedule integration across engineering, ops and licensing.
• Own cost baselines, forecasting and EVMS reporting.
• Drive risk governance and monthly leadership reporting.
• Lead IBRs, MPRs and DOE/NNSA customer reporting cycles.
• Develop enterprise risk framework with mitigations and root‑cause analysis.
• Mentor PMO staff and foster a transparent, disciplined culture.

Skills

EVMS mastery

Executive communication

DOE/NNSA experience

Nuclear industry knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, project management, or related field

Tools

Primavera P6/MS Project

Job description

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Date: Sep 1, 2026

Location: Oak Ridge, TN, US

Company: BWXT

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. For more information, visit www.bwxt.com . Follow us on LinkedIn , X , Facebook and Instagram .

Welcome to BWXT

We believe in empowering our employees and cultivating a dynamic workplace that fosters growth and collaboration. Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting your career, you'll find opportunities to challenge yourself, learn from seasoned experts, and contribute to nuclear innovation. We require a diverse range of skills to support our work in the markets that drive our business and welcome candidates from all backgrounds and life stages who are passionate about making a difference.

Position Overview

BWXT Enrichment Operations (EO) is establishing a world‑class Program Management Office to enable the successful industrialization, deployment, and operation of the nation’s next‑generation enrichment enterprise. The Director of the PMO will serve as the senior executive responsible for enterprise‑level program governance, program controls, integrated master scheduling, risk management, cost/schedule baselining, cross‑functional alignment, and customer reporting across all enrichment programs.

This leader will create and mature EO’s PMO into a high‑performance organization aligned with federal standards such as NNSA’s Enhanced Management B framework, GAO program‑management guidelines, DOE/NRC oversight expectations, and BWXT governance principles.

The Director will ensure EO can accelerate LEU, HALEU, and HEU production by 10 years through disciplined execution, cross‑organizational coordination, robust risk governance, and predictable delivery across a multi‑billion‑dollar enterprise spanning design, manufacturing, nuclear licensing, construction, and operations.

Location

On‑site in Oak Ridge, TN

Your Day to Day as the Director, Program Management

Program Governance & Controls

• Establish and lead the enterprise Program Management Office (EO PMO) covering CMDF, CMF, PEO, OREO, EEO.


• Implement program‑management frameworks, including Integrated Master Schedule (IMS), baseline management, change control, and reporting systems.


• Develop and enforce governance for project initiation, execution, monitoring, and closeout to ensure consistent and compliant delivery.

Integrated Master Scheduling & Enterprise Planning

• Build and maintain the official EO Integrated Master Schedule linking technology maturation, manufacturing scale‑up, licensing, construction, and enrichment operations.


• Coordinate schedule integration across engineering, operations, safety basis, licensing, supply chain, construction, and quality.


• Lead schedule risk analysis, critical path modeling, resource planning, and recovery strategies.

Cost & Performance Management

• Own enterprise cost baselines, forecasting methodology, and earned‑value management (EVMS) reporting.


• Oversee variance analysis, corrective‑action plans, performance metrics, and leadership reporting for BWXT and federal customers.


• Lead Integrated Baseline Reviews (IBRs), EO executive Monthly Progress Reviews (MPR), and customer reporting cycles.

Risk & Opportunity Management

• Develop EO’s enterprise risk framework including risk registers, burn‑down tracking, mitigation planning, and root‑cause analysis.


• Oversee quantification of technical, schedule, cost, regulatory, and supply chain risks.


• Drive cross‑functional risk ownership and monthly risk summits across EO.

Cross Functional Technical Integration

• Coordinate deeply with engineering, operations, nuclear safety, security, quality, and supply chain to ensure alignment of program execution.


• Maintain configuration control of technical baselines across design, manufacturing, and facility deployments.

Regulatory & Customer Alignment

• Support licensing schedules, readiness assessments, NRC interactions, DOE/NNSA data calls, audits, and performance reviews.


• Ensure PMO documentation meets DOE, NRC, QA, and BWXT governance requirements.

Leadership, Culture, and Organizational Development

• Build EO’s PMO team, including Program Controllers, Master Schedulers, Risk Managers, and Project Managers.


• Mentor PM1–PM5 personnel and develop professional pathways for PMO staff.


• Establish a culture of transparency, disciplined execution, and mission‑first alignment.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, project management, or related field.


• Minimum 12+ years leading large‑scale PMO, program management, or project controls organizations.


• Demonstrated success managing federal programs >$250M+ (preferred >$1B).


• Proven experience implementing integrated master schedules and enterprise program controls.


• Experience with DOE or NNSA programs, NRC licensing environments, nuclear manufacturing, defense programs, or highly regulated industries.


• EVMS mastery (DOE‑compliant) and expert proficiency with Primavera P6/MS Project.


• Ability to communicate at executive and federal leadership levels.


• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) security clearance level Q (active clearance strongly preferred).

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree (MS/MBA).


• PMP or PMI‑SP certification.


• Experience delivering programs involving nuclear facilities, NEPA, NQA‑1, DOE Orders, and NRC regulatory processes.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package, including health, dental, and retirement plans.


• Flexible work schedules and paidtime 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!

Pay: $200,000- $271,000

The base salary range for this position in Tennessee (US‑TN) at the start of employment is expected to be between $200,000 and $271,000 per year. However, the base salary offered is based on local job market factors, and may vary further depending on factors specific to the selected job candidate, such as job‑related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as an annual cash incentive in addition to a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided at such time the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment. If hired, the selected job candidate will be employed 'at-will,’ unless employed at a location and in a position subject to a collective bargaining agreement. The company further reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment, compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and other market factors.

As a federal government contractor, BWX Technologies, Inc. and any subsidiaries, affiliates and related entities (“BWXT” or the “Company”) complies with all federal, state, and local laws and customer requirements regarding health and safety protocols. As such, all BWXT new hires will be required to adhere to applicable Company health and safety requirements within the workplace as a condition of employment.

All candidates must be U.S. citizens. Selected applicants are required to successfully complete a pre‑employment check and drug screening. In addition, the position may require the ability to obtain and maintain applicable federal eligibility requirements for access to classified/sensitive information or matter which involves an extensive criminal and financial background investigation, drug test, previous employment, and reference verifications.

BWXT is committed to the concept of Equal Employment Opportunity. We have established procedures to ensure that all personnel actions such as recruitment, compensation, career development, benefits, company‑sponsored training and social recreational programs are administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran or other protected status.

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