Naval Shipbuilding Project Manager in Reston

Energy Jobline ZR; Reston (VA); Hybrid; USD 78,000 - 176,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton in Reston is seeking an experienced Naval Shipbuilding Project Manager to lead programs from concept to completion, focusing on schedule, cost, and risk. You will support an APM on unmanned vessel programs, develop RFPs, track risks, and prepare briefing materials for senior military and Navy civilians, ensuring high-quality delivery.

The role requires 8+ years in relevant fields, DoD familiarity, a Secret clearance, and a Bachelor’s degree, with heavy emphasis on data-driven

Qualifications

• 8+ years in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, ship fabrication or shipyard management across design to delivery.
• 5+ years developing data-driven presentations on schedule, cost, and risk for senior leaders.
• 5+ years supporting government clients in fast-paced teams with high-quality output.
• 5+ years using Microsoft 365 tools (Project, SharePoint, Teams, Power BI, Word, Excel, Visio, PowerPoint).
• 3+ years supporting RFP development with DoD guidance familiarity.
• Knowledge of DoW guidance (e.g., 5000.2G) and associated docs (RFPs, SOWs, CDRLs).
• Ability to self-start and exceed client expectations; Secret clearance; Bachelor's degree.

Responsibilities

• Track schedule execution and report on project milestones.
• Monitor and report financial execution against benchmarks.
• Support development of RFP documentation and related artifacts.
• Track and report project risks and suggest mitigations.
• Develop briefs and documents for senior officers and Navy civilians.
• Ensure high-level product delivery to the Assistant Program Manager.

Skills

Data-driven presentations

Government client support

Self-start

DoW guidance knowledge

RFP development support

Secret clearance

Bachelor's degree

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Project

SharePoint

Teams

Power BI

Word

Excel

Visio

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Description Naval Shipbuilding Project Manager

The Opportunity:

As a project management specialist, you know the complexities of supporting a project from concept to completion. Many programs require a significant investment of limited resources, and it's imperative to keep the project on a productive path. That's why we need you, an experienced project management specialist who can help ensure success through careful analysis and effective communication.

On our team, you'll implement and maintain autonomous shipbuilding acquisition programs in support of our client. As an integral member of the team, you will be tasked with supporting the Assistant Program Manager (APM) in charge of future variants of an Unmanned Surface Vessel program. You will provide assistance to the APM in the form of tracking and reporting on schedule execution, financial execution against benchmarks, supporting development of Request for Proposal (RFP) documentation, tracking and reporting project risks as well as developing suggested risk mitigation strategies, development of briefings and project documents for presentation to senior military officers and Navy civilians, and ensuring consistent high-level product delivery to the APM.

The real impact of project management comes from communication to ensure the program achieves its goals and meets our quality standards. At Booz Allen, we recognize that we must continuously grow as a team to bring the best support to our clients, so here you'll have all the resources to succeed. This is a chance to influence a meaningful mission while learning how to develop and maintain program strategy.

Work with us and ensure that client accomplishes its project goals within budget as we improve delivery and integration of unmanned vessels into fleet operations to support warfighter requirements.

Join us. The world can't wait.

You Have:

• 8+ years of experience in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, ship fabrication or shipyard management working through all phases of design, construction, delivery, and acceptance
• 5+ years of experience develop ing data-driven presentations that inform senior leaders on the finan cia l, schedule, and risk status of ongoing projects relative to established plans that not only inform leadership but also drive decision-making
• 5+ years of experience providing support to government clients, and operating in a fast-paced, team-oriented dynamic environment where product quality is key and done consistently at a high level
• 5+ years of experience with using Micro sof t Products such as Project, SharePoint, Teams, Power BI, Word, Excel, Visio, and Power Point
• 3+ years of experience supporting RFP develop ment
• Knowledge of DoW acquisition guidance such as 5000.2G, including working with Request for Proposals ( RFP ) , Statements of Work ( SOW ) , CDRLs, and contract artifacts, and how these documents interact with one another
• Ability to self-start to exceed client expectations
• Secret clearance
• Bachelor's degree

Nice If You Have:

• Experience in marine autonomy
• Experience with contract management
• Experience managing multiple projects within scope, budget , and timeline
• Knowledge of working with regulatory bodies such as US Coast Guard ( USCG ) , American Bureau of Shipping ( ABS )
• Ability to read and comprehend ship construction drawings, schematics, and technical manuals
• Ability to pay strict attention to detail, multitask, and display a customer service
• Possession of strong organization, management, and communication skills
• Bachelor's degree in Naval Engineering, Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, Ocean Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Management, Construction Management, or other relevant field
• Project Management Professional or DAWIA certification

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information ; Secret clearance is required.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, , financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care.

Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen's benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits.

We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual's particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $77,600.00 to $176,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen's total compensation package for employees.

This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Statement

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your and prevent fraud.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided.

Work Model

• Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.
• Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility.
• Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to , status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.