Program Manager, Facilitization and Engineering

MSM North America; Middletown (IA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor is seeking an experienced On-Site Program Manager for projects at the Iowa Army Ammunition Plant. This role involves overseeing site operations, managing subcontractors, and ensuring compliance with government standards. Candidates should have significant experience in defense-related construction projects and strong leadership skills. This is a full-time position with a focus on communication and project management in a high-compliance environment.

Qualifications

• 12–15 years of experience in engineering management in defense or regulated environments.
• 8+ years in a management capacity with subcontractor oversight.
• Ability to obtain a U.S. Government Security Clearance.
• Experience coordinating with U.S. Government stakeholders and managing projects under DoD or federal acquisition environments.
• Strong technical background in facility design, construction, safety, and environmental compliance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily site operations and logistics.
• Serve as the primary liaison with U.S. Government stakeholders.
• Provide updates on project progress and risks.
• Lead on-site engineering staff and review/approve subcontractor submittals (design, safety, environmental, and compliance).
• Maintain control of technical baselines and ensure changes are documented and approved.
• Supervise subcontractor performance and provide routine updates to MSM-NA leadership and government stakeholders.

Skills

Project management tools proficiency

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Organizational skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management

Construction Management

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Job description

Overview

MSM North America (MSM-NA) is seeking a highly experienced On-Site Program Manager to oversee the execution of large-scale construction and facility readiness projects at the Iowa Army Ammunition Plant (IAAAP). This role will serve as the primary on-site representative, responsible for managing day-to-day operations, coordinating engineering, construction, installation, and readiness activities in support of U.S. Government programs. The position requires a proven leader with strong technical, contractual, and operational oversight skills to drive success in a high-compliance defense environment.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Representation

• Serve as MSM-NA’s on-site leader and primary liaison with U.S. Government stakeholders
• Ensure alignment with program objectives, contractual obligations, reporting requirements, and compliance standards
• Foster collaboration among cross-functional and subcontractor teams to achieve project milestones

Site Management

• Oversee daily site operations, ensuring alignment with safety, security, and compliance requirements
• Coordinate site activities related to permitting, construction, inspections, utilities, and equipment readiness
• Monitor site logistics, schedules, and deliverables to maintain progress against project timelines

Engineering & Technical Oversight

• Lead on-site engineering staff and subject matter experts (SMEs)
• Review, validate, and approve technical submittals from subcontractors (design, safety, environmental, and compliance)
• Ensure engineering solutions meet quality standards, contractual requirements, and regulatory expectations

Configuration Management

• Maintain control of technical baselines and ensure all changes are properly documented and approved

Subcontractor Management

• Supervise subcontractor performance, enforcing contract requirements and adherence to safety, environmental, and security protocols
• Oversee equipment delivery and installation, readiness activities, and site logistics to ensure scope, schedule, and budget adherence
• Provide routine updates to MSM-NA leadership and government stakeholders, including progress reports, risk assessments, and issue escalation
• Respond to site delays, conflicts, and emergent issues with proactive mitigation strategies

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related technical discipline required

Experience

• 12–15 years of experience in engineering management or large-scale construction/facilitization projects, preferably in defense, government, or highly regulated environments
• 8+ years in a management capacity with direct responsibility for subcontractor oversight and cross-functional team leadership
• Demonstrated experience coordinating with U.S. Government stakeholders and managing projects under DoD or federal acquisition environments
• Strong technical background in facility design, construction, safety, and environmental compliance

Skills

• Proficiency in project management tools (MS Project, Primavera, or equivalent)
• Strong knowledge of FAR/DFARS flow-down requirements, OSHA standards, and MIL-STD/UFC facility requirements
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to interface effectively with senior executives, government officials, and subcontractors
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple concurrent priorities under tight deadlines

Additional Requirements

• Ability to obtain or maintain a U.S. Government Security Clearance
• Onsite presence required for internal readiness, customer audits, or operational milestones
• Travel up to 15% as needed

MSM North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, or disability.

Seniority level

• Director

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Project Management and Information Technology

Industries

• Defense and Space Manufacturing