Facilities Project Manager

National Reconnaissance Office; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 119,000 - 154,000; Full time

Job summary

The National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) in Aurora, CO is seeking an experienced Facilities Program Manager (GG-13) within the Facilities Logistics Service Division (FLSD). You will lead design/build facility projects, develop integrated schedules and budgets, and act as the contracting officer technical representative for related activities.

Responsibilities include managing costs, scope, and schedule while coordinating with Buckley Space Force Base, utilities, and corporate leadership.

Qualifications

• Experience managing facilities projects with budget and schedule responsibility.
• Proficiency in MS Office, MS Project and MS Visio for planning and reporting.
• Ability to develop and maintain project documentation and schedules.
• Strong communication and coordination with internal/external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Oversee design/build facilities projects within FLSD scope.
• Develop integrated project schedules, budgets, and milestones.
• Serve as COTR for contracting activities related to facilities projects.
• Track progress, report to leadership, and manage risks and changes.
• Coordinate with Buckley AFB, utility providers, and stakeholders.

Skills

MS Office

MS Project

MS Visio

Budgeting

Communication

Project management

Tools

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Visio

Automated databases

Job description

WE ARE THE NRO

For sixty years, the NRO has developed, acquired, launched and operated the satellites that are the foundation for America’s advantage and strength in space. Using a diversified architecture of spacecraft, NRO collects and delivers the best space-based intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance content on the planet.

Learn more at NRO.gov.

Basic Eligibility For A Position With The NRO

• You must be a U.S. Citizen
• You must be able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance
• You will be subject to pre-employment and periodic drug testing
• You will be subject to pre-employment and periodic polygraph examinations

Where You Will Work

Management Services & Operations (MS&A) is responsible for delivering integrated service and support solutions that ensure the NRO mission. MS&A is responsible for facilities, emergency management, logistics and resource management to name a few. MS&A has opportunity for an experienced facility program manager to join the team. This position will work within the Facilities Logistics Service Division (FLSD) and is responsible for the execution of design/build construction projects. Projects range in scope and complexity supporting all facets of a facility to include, but not limited to, power, people spaces, and cooling.

What makes working in the Facilities Logistics Service Division (FLSD) exciting? The variety of projects executed provides a unique experience that allows program managers to utilize their subject matter expertise while increasing their breadth of knowledge across all aspects required operating a facility. The ever-changing type of projects keeps daily work activities exciting and refreshing.

The NRO Cadre is collecting resumes for consideration against current and future opportunities for Non-Supervisor, Facilities Project Manager, GG-13, occupational series 0340. More information on the occupational series can be viewed on the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) website.

Your resume may be considered for other positions which your skills and experience may be a good match.

This is a full-time position that is open from 2026-08-26 to 2026-09-09. Resumes must be submitted by 11:59 PM EST on 2026-09-09.

Who May Apply

• This position is open to the public.
• Federal government employees MUST currently be at the grade level or higher as indicated in this announcement. This is NOT a promotion opportunity for current Federal government employees. If selected for the position, Federal government employees will transition laterally at their current grade level and step.
• Federal applicants who exceed the advertised grade may voluntarily request acceptance at the lower grade per IAW DoWI 1400.25 Volume 2006.
• The NRO is only accepting external applicants for this job announcement. Current NRO Cadre employees should apply internally.
• This position MAY qualify for the appointment of a reemployed federal annuitant IAW DoWI 1400.25 Volume 300.

What You Will Be Doing

Serves as an ADF-C Facilities Program Manager and as such, the incumbent is responsible for the overall management, control, coordination, and execution of assigned projects. In his/her capacity, the incumbent implements corporate decisions, guidance, laws, regulations and policies in the course of the project and intermediate products in support of the project. Develops an integrated management plan/project schedule for each work breakdown milestone. Within this work breakdown schedule, to include milestones, budgets, responsibilities of the participating parties, and to incorporate assumptions and risks, contingencies, and performance measurement criteria. Tracks and maintains detailed communications such as project meeting minutes, e-mail correspondence, and phone and verbal conversations and project status weekly report for component/customers and management.

Reviews cost reports to assure charges are authorized and appropriate; identifies unauthorized charges and assures corrective actions are taken to correct inappropriate charges. Reviews project progress, measuring performance and taking necessary corrective actions to maintain agreed upon scope, schedule and cost. Reconciles sponsor/customer concerns, assuring that all participating parties are informed of project progress, issues and impacts.

Provides status reports on projects assigned (progress, issues and trends) to apprise corporate leadership weekly. Serves as the Contracting Officer's Technical Representative (COTR) for project and facility management related issues.

Applicant must have direct applicable experience that demonstrates the possession of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies necessary for immediate success in the position.

• Reviews rough-order-of-magnitude (ROM) costs for out-year projects to facilitate future budgeting.
• Determines project requirements, scope, and deliverables in order to develop and review Government statements of work (SOW). Reviews independent Government cost estimates (IGCE) for the SOW.
• Develops technical evaluations for project proposals. Determines validity of cost, schedule, and technical approach in these evaluations.
• Develops, maintains and manages all documentation relating to construction projects.
• Leads, plans, implement, and coordinate all activities in regards to facilities projects.
• Serves as Contracting Officer Technical Representative (COTR) responsible for a full range of contracting activities in coordination with the contracting officer, on all facilities related construction projects.
• Efficiently utilizes computerized maintenance management systems.
• Monitors maintenance contractors’ work.
• Maintains knowledge and awareness of basic heating and cooling systems and appropriate software and system controls for the management of these systems within a facility.
• Maintains knowledge and awareness of energy and utilities management and institutional policies related to energy usage and conservation.
• Manages facility operations and maintenance activities.
• Manages, maintains, and updates existing data records as related to high-risk facilities space and maintenance.
• Build and maintain mutually beneficial relationships, facilitates communications and coordinates activities among Buckley Space Force Base, Utility providers and the ADF-C.
• Detect collaborative opportunities, securing stakeholder buy-in for various collaborations, and overseeing negotiations to help the ADF-C receive the maximum benefit possible.
• Relay the organization's interests and work to further these through collaborative efforts.
• Secures classified information in accordance with E.O. 13526.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What You Will Need

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Microsoft Project and Microsoft Visio.
• Skill in the design and use of automated databases and spreadsheet software to develop and improve the validity and accuracy of data collection, storage, and reporting and to explain the use of established databases for historical reference and analysis.
• Skill in written communications to prepare plans, and briefings. Skill in oral communications for presentations and briefings.
• Skill in maintaining effective working relationships with internal and external customers, and to serve as a point of contact for assigned work efforts.
• Interpersonal abilities including skill to establish and maintain good working relationships with a wide variety of individuals involved in various aspects of assigned projects.
• Ability to develop and integrate multiple project schedules into an integrated master schedule.
• Ability to execute projects within established financial and time constraints.
• Qualifying experience may have been acquired in any public or private sector job, but will clearly demonstrate past experience in the application of the particular competencies/knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to successfully perform and is typically in or directly related to the duties of the position as described above.

Qualifying experience may have been acquired in any public or private sector job, but will clearly demonstrate past experience in the application of the particular competencies/knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to successfully perform and is typically in or directly related to the duties of the position as described above. Experience must be reflected in your resume.

Applicants submitting a resume that exceeds the two-page limit per OPM Memorandum, “Merit Hiring Plan,” dated May 29, 2025, will not be eligible for consideration. For more information regarding resume writing, see “Guidance for Applicants on 2-Page Resume” and visit the Resume Help Center.

Other Information

• Overtime Statement: MAY be required to work other than normal duty hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays.
• Travel Statement: MAY be required to travel in military or commercial aircraft to perform temporary duty assignments.
• Financial Disclosure: MAY be required to file an OGE Form 450, Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, upon appointment and will be required to file annually.
• Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) coded positions: If selected for a DAWIA coded position, the incumbent must meet appropriate certification requirements IAW the Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) no later than 24 months after accepting this position. Individual shall maintain, at a minimum 80 continuous Learning Points every 24 months via the services acquisition management system. DAWIA requirements may be located at the Defense Acquisition University website.
• Geographic Mobility Agreement: MAY be subject to directed reassignment as required to address mission effectiveness, and/or career development.
• Information Assurance (IA): Must achieve the appropriate IA certification within six months of assignment.
• Emergency Essential: Certain positions MAY be deemed emergency essential and incumbents must be willing to meet all position requirements.

Location

Aurora, CO

Telework is not available and you must be able to work at the specified location(s).

Salary

2026 salary range for the Denver, CO area:

GG-13: $118,675 - $154,280

The NRO is accepting applications from U.S. Citizens and current federal government employees for this position. To qualify for the position, federal government employees MUST currently be at the GG-13 grade level and may ONLY apply for a lateral reassignment at their current grade level and step. Federal applicants who exceed the advertised grade may voluntarily request acceptance at the lower grade per IAW DoWI 1400.25 Volume 2006.

Hiring Incentives

The NRO may offer hiring incentives and other entitlements at management’s discretion.

Trial Period

All new DCIPS employees will be required to serve a 2-year trial period.

Veterans’ Preference

DoW Components with DCIPS positions apply Veterans’ Preference to preference eligible candidates as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5 USC, in accordance with the procedures provided in DoW Instruction 1400.25, Vol 2005, DCIPS Employment and Placement. If you are a veteran claiming veterans’ preference, as defined by section 2108 of Title 5 USC, you must submit documents verifying your eligibility upon request.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

The United States government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service or other non-merit factor.

• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) for federal employees & job applicants

Reasonable Accommodation Policy

Federal agencies must provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process should follow the instructions in the job opportunity announcement. For any part of the remaining hiring process, applicants should contact the hiring agency directly. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case‑time basis.

A reasonable accommodation is any change to a job, the work environment, or the way things are usually done that enables an individual with a disability to apply for a job, perform job duties or receive equal access to job benefits.

Under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, federal agencies must provide reasonable accommodations when:

• An applicant with a disability needs an accommodation to have an equal opportunity to apply for a job.
• An employee with a disability needs an accommodation to perform the essential job duties or to gain access to the workplace.
• An employee with a disability needs an accommodation to receive equal access to benefits, such as details, training, and office-sponsored events.

You can request a reasonable accommodation at any time during the application or hiring process or while on the job. Requests are considered on a case‑time basis. Please send your request to [e-mail].

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