Program Manager

RSI EnTech, LLC; Oak Ridge (TN); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

RSI EnTech, LLC in Oak Ridge, TN is seeking a Program Manager to lead assigned contracts from planning through delivery, ensuring performance, funding, and client satisfaction. You will supervise staff, coordinate subcontractors, prepare monthly reports, and work with finance to resolve issues and identify growth opportunities.

This role requires DOE/NNSA/DoD project experience, strong written and verbal communication, and the ability to work from a home office with periodic travel to client

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of program or project management on DOE/NNSA/DoD contracts.
• Experience using Excel, Word, Outlook, Deltek Costpoint, and scheduling software.
• PM certification preferred; DOE Q clearance required or ability to obtain.
• Strong written and verbal communication; technical writing ability.

Responsibilities

• Manage an assigned portfolio of contracts and projects from planning through delivery.
• Maintain client relationships, monitor funding and performance.
• Coordinate personnel, subcontractors, and vendors; ensure timely deliverables.
• Prepare monthly contract reports and identify growth opportunities.
• Support recruiting and onboarding of new staff; review timesheets and expenses.
• Travel to client sites as needed; work from a home office.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Team building

Self-starting

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline

Project Management Professional certification preferred

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

Deltek Costpoint

Scheduling software

Job description

Company Overview

RSI provides full-service environmental solutions supporting clients through all phases of cleanup, with expertise in regulatory compliance, characterization, monitoring, renewable energy, and project management. Built on a strong foundation of collaboration and a people-first culture, RSI is known for being easy to work with and delivering results through long-term partnerships.

RSI is part of a family of companies unified by purpose to deliver safe, reliable solutions to our clients' unique challenges. We are committed to providing technically superior service, adding value at every stage, and leaving things better than we found them.

Job Summary

The Program Manager manages assigned contracts and projects from planning through execution and delivery. The role provides structured program and contract management support, maintains client relationships, monitors performance and funding, coordinates personnel and subcontractor activities, and supports successful delivery of company programs and initiatives.

This position includes line management and supervisory duties for employees performing work under assigned contracts and for employees who report directly to the Program Manager.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Independently manage an assigned portfolio of contracts, including client relations, employees, independent contractors, subcontractors and teaming-partner staff, deliverables, and financial performance.
• Ensure contracts have adequate funding and continuously monitor project performance.
• Develop and submit required monthly contract reports using the established format.
• Identify opportunities for growth within existing contracts in coordination with clients and staff.
• Work with Recruiting to identify, select, and propose qualified candidates, and ensure position requirements are clearly understood.
• Coordinate with Human Resources and the Facility Security Officer regarding onboarding of new staff.
• Perform line-management duties for direct-report employees.
• Complete annual performance appraisals for assigned staff and conduct regular employee engagement sessions.
• Review and approve weekly timesheets for accuracy and work with employees to correct errors.
• Review and approve expense reports, including travel and professional development, for accuracy and compliance with company and federal travel regulation requirements.
• Review and approve invoices from independent contractors and subcontractors for accuracy and completeness, and resolve identified issues.
• Work with finance and accounting to resolve contract and project issues.
• Work with contracts to ensure subcontracts are accurate and complete.
• Provide proposal support to business development as requested.
• Review contractor performance assessment reports and provide feedback when warranted.
• Flexible location; preference for proximity to a DOE or NNSA site, including New Mexico, Oak Ridge, Tennessee, or Idaho Falls, Idaho.
• Monday through Friday during standard business hours, with weekends and holidays as required.
• Ability to work efficiently and effectively from a home office.
• Ability to travel periodically to client sites.

Requirements and Education

• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline, project management, or an equivalent field.
• Minimum 5 years of program or project management experience managing DOE, NNSA, or DoD contracts.
• Experience using Excel, Word, Outlook, Deltek Costpoint, and scheduling software.
• Project Management Professional certification preferred.
• Active DOE Q clearance or ability to obtain one.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and serve on teams.
• Effective and accurate verbal and written communication skills.
• Technical writing ability in support of reports and proposals.
• Familiarity with project management tools, methodologies, and best practices.
• Experience managing projects and contracts through the full life cycle, from award to closure.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal and team-building skills.
• Self-starter with the ability to take initiative with limited direction.
• Ability to work additional hours as required to complete deliverables accurately and on time.

EEO Statement

RSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, color, age, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, religion, marital status, ancestry, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other factor prohibited by applicable law.