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Program Manager II

BAE Systems

Kingsport, TNFull-time$122–208K/yrSeen 2 days agoSeen in employer's feed 2 days ago

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Compensation
$122–208K/yr
Location
Kingsport, TN
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree

Job overview

The Program Manager transitions complex facility requirements from planning to operational capability, on time and within budget. The role leads engineers, contractors, and specialists; manages project financials and the full development lifecycle; mitigates construction risks; and collaborates with site leadership and government representatives to meet regulatory and operational standards.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Project ManagementP&L ManagementCross-Functional LeadershipTechnical WritingMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointAdobeProject SchedulingBudget ForecastingCost ControlAnalytical SkillsProblem-SolvingProject Management ProfessionalEarned Value ManagementPerformance Measurement

Qualifications

Bachelor's in Engineering or Business5+ Years Project ManagementMaster's in Related FieldPMP Certification

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave

Full job description

Job Description

Our project management team is where the big ideas actually get built. As a Program Manager, you ll be the one making it happen. Your primary goal is to transition complex facility requirements from the drawing board to full operational capability, on time and within budget. You will be the bridge between strategic intent and tactical execution.

Day-to-Day Functions:

  • Cross-Functional Leadership: Lead and synchronize diverse teams of engineers, contractors, and specialists to ensure seamless project delivery.

  • Financial Accountability: Manage the full Profit and Loss (P&L) for your assigned projects, overseeing budget forecasting, cost tracking, and financial reporting to ensure fiscal health.

  • Project Lifecycle Management: Direct all phases of facility development and construction, from initial scoping and procurement through to final commissioning.

  • Risk Mitigation: Proactively identify potential bottlenecks or technical hurdles in the construction process and implement corrective actions to keep projects on track.

  • Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner with site leadership and government representatives to ensure all facility upgrades meet strict regulatory and operational standards.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

  • Bachelor s degree from an accredited college or university in Engineering or Business

  • P&L experience in delivering complex projects with cross functional teams

  • A minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in project management on design and engineering, design-build, engineer-procure-construct (EPC) projects with a concentration in the industrial sector preferred within a matrixed organization.

  • Experience managing cross-functional teams to deliver or exceed commitments.

  • Able to communicate effectively to upper management and customers.

  • Proficient in technical writing such as proposal or statement of work development.

  • Proficient with Microsoft (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Adobe.

  • Proficient in guiding the development of successful project schedules. Understands schedule mechanics and applies their proper use to develop a fully integrated schedule.

  • Experience in forecasting realistic budgets and able to track and control costs.

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

  • Masters degree in related field.

  • Certification as a Project Management Professional (PMP) by the Project Management Institute (PMI).

  • Experience in managing projects for the US Department of Defense preferred.

  • Experience working within construction or production in complex high consequence Chemical/Oil/Gas industries.

  • Earned Value Management (EVMS) experience or similar performance measurement tool.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $122400 - $208080

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20 hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

Program Manager II

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