Deputy Program Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Overview:

The Deputy Program Manager (PM) is responsible for technical oversight and execution of a Technical Support Services task order for the National Nuclear Security Administration, Savannah River Project Management Office (SRPMO). The Deputy PM supports the PM in providing oversight of approximately 40 full-time, on-site Vector Resources personnel.

The mission of SRPMO is to direct, administer, and oversee the management, planning, technology development, design, construction, testing/commissioning and start-up of the government-owned capital line-item projects at the Savannah River Site (SRS) safely within budget, schedule and quality requirements for the established Performance Baseline.

The scope of services includes providing technical expertise to NNSA in the areas of management, project controls, cost estimating, construction activities, engineering, security, quality assurance, operations preparation, nuclear criticality and safety, contract administration and security.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the PM in the daily management and oversight of Vector Resources and subcontractor personnel.
• Provide oversight and technical expertise for all engineering and design scopes and supporting personnel.
• Support strategic planning coordination with SRPMO Federal leadership including developing staffing plans, task definition, performance measurement plans, and quality assurance plans.
• Regularly communicate and coordinate with SRPMO Federal Leadership (Federal Project Directors, Technical Monitors, Contracting Officers Representatives, etc.) on task progress, deliverables status, and contract execution.
• Directly provide and coordinate the delivery of advisory services from subject matter experts to NNSA to support effective capital project execution, including assessments of the Management and Operating and construction and engineering contractor's project execution, schedule progress, and technical deliverables including but not limited to design system, processes, procedures, design criteria, drawings, calculations, and specifications.
• Lead or support design reviews and perform extensive evaluations of design packages for technical adequacy, integration, and maturity.
• Support Vector Resources' hiring process by vetting and interviewing technical personnel.
• Provide input for performance reviews for Vector Resources employees.
• Provide input for subcontractor performance reviews.
• Provide input to written monthly status reports to NNSA.

Qualifications:

• Must possess a bachelor's degree in one of the following areas: business, management, finance, accounting, or engineering.
• Must have at least 10 years of Architectural/Engineering design management for large nuclear capital projects.
• Must demonstrate executive level skill in the development of oral and written presentations sufficient to adequately assist NNSA in presenting issues and recommending solutions to all levels of Federal and contractor management.
• Must possess excellent writing skills, critical thinking abilities, attention to detail, and reliability.
• Experience at SRS is a plus.
• A Master's in Engineering is a plus.
• Experience managing a diverse technical skill team is a plus.
• Must possess the ability to obtain a DOE Q Clearance, an active DOE Q Clearance is a plus.

About Vector Resources, Inc.

Founded in 1998, Vector Resources Inc, is a professional services company specializing in technical and management services supporting the energy, defense, national security, and advanced technology sectors. Vector contracts directly with Federal and state government agencies as well as private sector organizations. Our clients address a wide range of complex challenges, and our experienced team provides innovative, thoughtful, and cost-effective solutions focused on their needs.

VRI is proud to offer a comprehensive and flexible benefits package that includes:

• Competitive Salaries
• Paid Time Off
• Healthcare Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• 401(k) and 401(k) safe harbor plan with employer contribution of 3%
• Insurance (Basic Life and AD&D, Dependent, Short-term, Long-term)
• Tuition Assistance