Stockpile Management Program Manager

Savannah River Nuclear Solutions; Aiken (SC); On-site; USD 87,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

Savannah River Nuclear Solutions is seeking a Program Manager in the Project & Program Management family to provide strategic leadership across multiple functional teams at SRNS. The role interfaces with operations and engineering to align scope, schedule, and budget, develops program milestones, and communicates with stakeholders to ensure successful outcomes.

The position requires a degree in a relevant field with 5+ years of experience, or a higher degree with fewer years, plus a DOE Q

Qualifications

• Strong oral and written communication skills with the ability to convey complex information clearly.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain professional relationships across diverse stakeholder groups.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem solving abilities.
• Experience with program management, budgeting, and reporting in a technical or highly regulated environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership across multiple functional teams.
• Interface with operations and engineering to align scope, schedules, and budgets.
• Develop budgets, milestones, and communications for stakeholders.

Skills

Communication skills

Relationship building

Organizational skills

Budgeting & reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Master's degree in relevant field

Doctoral degree in relevant field

Job description

Who We Are

As the Savannah River Site’s management and operations contractor since 2008, Savannah River Nuclear Solutions (SRNS) makes the world safer. With safety and security in the forefront, SRNS develops innovative approaches to deliver on our environmental commitments and nuclear materials challenges; supplies products and services necessary to maintain the nation’s nuclear deterrent; secures nuclear materials to prevent unwanted proliferation; and transforms nuclear materials into assets and stable wasteforms. The SRNS workforce is highly capable, engaged, and adaptable to meet existing and expanding missions. SRNS employees apply superior expertise and innovative solutions to complex and challenging national and global issues. We have the knowledge to address a range of national and international nuclear issues. We make the world safer – and you can, too.

Who We Are

As the Savannah River Site’s management and operations contractor since 2008, Savannah River Nuclear Solutions (SRNS) makes the world safer. With safety and security in the forefront, SRNS develops innovative approaches to deliver on our environmental commitments and nuclear materials challenges; supplies products and services necessary to maintain the nation’s nuclear deterrent; secures nuclear materials to prevent unwanted proliferation; and transforms nuclear materials into assets and stable wasteforms. The SRNS workforce is highly capable, engaged, and adaptable to meet existing and expanding missions. SRNS employees apply superior expertise and innovative solutions to complex and challenging national and global issues. We have the knowledge to address a range of national and international nuclear issues. We make the world safer – and you can, too.

Job Family

Project & Program Management

Discipline

Program Management

Career Level

P3

Salary Range

$87,444 - $122,640

Note for Salary

This is the range within which SRNS expects the majority of qualified candidates would enter this role if offered. Actual offers may be more or less than the amounts shown depending on candidate’s qualifications, experience, internal equity, and other factors.

Job Family Description

Project management personnel plan, monitor and manage internal projects from initiation through completion. Program management personnel manage programs responsible for the execution of multiple projects or sub-projects. They secure required resources and use formal processes and tools to manage resources, budgets, risks, and changes. They manage projects to ensure on-time completion according to specifications and within budgeted costs.

Discipline Description

Program managers are responsible for managing organization activities and ensuring alignment with strategic business objectives. They perform the tasks and responsibilities associated with ongoing work efforts and oversee multiple related projects or initiatives within the organization. Program managers coordinate resources, timelines, and stakeholders to deliver outcomes that meet quality standards and drive overall success.

Some Typical Duties & Responsibilities Include

The DOE/NNSA Office of Stockpile Management (NA 12) plays a critical role in ensuring the safety, security, and reliability of the U.S. nuclear weapons stockpile. NA 12’s mission areas include Stockpile Sustainment, Production Operations, Stockpile Modernization, Nuclear Enterprise Assurance, and Stockpile Services. These functions collectively support the ongoing stewardship and modernization of the nation’s nuclear deterrent. The Stockpile Management Program Manager provides strategic leadership across multiple functional teams, managers and professional staff with accountability for performance and results, while developing departmental plans and priorities where decisions are guided by resource availability and organizational objectives. In addition, this is a liaison role and is responsible for interfacing and communicating between local and Headquarter Federal personnel and SRNS employees on all details relative to the Program being managed. Program Management is highly relationship-based; thus, oral and written communication, interpersonal skills, and organization are important. The responsibilities of a Program Manager include, but are not limited to, interfacing with operations and engineering to understand facility scope, developing/tracking SRNS performance milestones; developing presentations and communiques for stakeholders detailing funding requirements, scope and schedule; developing five-year and annual budgets; understanding variances between current year budget vs. actuals; and monthly and annual reporting to internal and external stakeholders. Travel is required.

Qualifications

• Strong oral and written communication skills with the ability to convey complex information clearly.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain professional relationships across diverse stakeholder groups.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem solving abilities.
• Experience with program management, budgeting, and reporting in a technical or highly regulated environment preferred.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field plus at least five years of experience (YOE) in a relevant role, OR Master's degree in relevant field plus at least two years of experience (YOE), OR Doctoral degree in relevant field
• Equivalencies to experience and education requirements will be considered
• Q Clearance
• Bachelor Degree (technical discipline preferred)
• Excellent Communication skills in all formats
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external colleagues.
• Travel is required.

Career Band

Professional

Career Band Description

• Roles in this band apply the knowledge in area of expertise to analyze information; design and develop new approaches, methodologies and processes; and, provide professional advice and guidance to others in accordance with professional quality standards
• Applies a theoretical knowledge-base to work to achieve goals through own work
• Characterized by specific functional expertise typically gained through formal education
• May provide guidance to others as a project manager using technical expertise

Career Level Description

Requires in-depth conceptual and practical knowledge in own field/discipline, solving complex problems with minimal guidance and oversight.

Security Clearance Information

SRNS is required by DOE to conduct a pre-employment drug & alcohol test and background review that includes checks of personal references, credit, criminal records, and employment history, and education verifications. Positions with SRNS may require applicants to obtain and maintain a DOE L or Q-level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship. Factors such as pre-employment background review results, dual citizenship status, and unpaid and/or unfiled taxes may impact your ability to obtain a security clearance. This list of factors is not exhaustive; pre-employment information and security clearance requests are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Clearance Required To Perform Job

Q

What We Offer

Savannah River Nuclear Solutions (SRNS) Benefits team is constantly assessing trends in the benefits area to provide the best possible services to our workforce. We ensure high quality outcomes of each service provider by consistent monitoring and oversight for positive results. We also negotiate cost effective premiums that will meet the needs of our evolving workforce. Your SRNS Health & Welfare benefits provide peace of mind and financial protection for you and your family. Some of the Benefits offered to full service employees include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance options
• Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
• Employer paid life insurance with buy up options
• Employer paid Short Term and Long Term Disability
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Various wellness programs
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Discounts and other supplemental benefits

Standards of Excellence

The SRNS Vision States That We Will "be The Standard Of Excellence In Nuclear Materials Management By Delivering Knowledge, Innovation And Experience." This Is Underpinned By The Recognition That Everything We Do Relies On Our Employees And How They Demonstrate The SRNS Standards Of Excellence Every Day. Built On The Foundation Of Safety And Security, Each Employee Is Expected To Model Excellence by demonstrating the highest standards and values in work and promoting them within the organization and to the customer. Deliver Results by meeting customer expectations to ensure objectives, goals and deadlines are met while being good stewards of resources. Energize and Recognize Teams through growing organizational strength and recognizing continued excellence. Build Relationships by developing relationships with coworkers and customers to foster a respectful workplace. Shape the Future by creating a diverse, innovative and integrated workforce that fosters mission success and company growth.

Note

SRNS is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. SRNS utilizes the Disabled Veteran Enhancement Opportunities program which is aimed at improving employment opportunities for disabled veterans at the Savannah River Site (SRS). The organization utilizes standard set forth by VEVRRA regulations pertaining to veteran recruitment efforts. SRNS is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, you may contact us by phone at 803-952-8207, or by e-mail at [e-mail].

07-Oct-2026