Electron-Ion Collider Project Director

Job Summary Brookhaven National Laboratory is searching for a new EIC Project Director who will lead a multidisciplinary and multi-institutional team to deliver the Electron Ion Collider (EIC). Responsibilities Strategy: Articulate the value proposition for the EIC project, develop stakeholder and community support, and ensure attainment of scope, schedule, and cost objectives in a safe and cost‑effective manner. Relationship Management: Represent the project in interactions with DOE leadership and other stakeholders; serve as the primary interface with the DOE Office of Science and DOE EIC Project Office; coordinate public relations and community outreach functions. Execution: Direct and supervise the Technical Director, EIC Project Manager, and senior staff to effectively execute the design, build, installation, and initial commissioning of the EIC; execute the project’s baseline within the approved cost and schedule baselines; identify risks, implement and manage effective risk mitigation plans; ensure compliance with environmental, safety, health, and quality program requirements. Required Qualifications Master’s degree in science, engineering, or related field with at least 15 years of management or technical project experience in a scientific or R&D organization. Experience at a major experimental research facility or an equivalent type of facility. Proven successful management of large complex scientific and technical projects. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with a diverse group of people having a wide range of technical and scientific backgrounds. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrated record of supporting the professional development of staff. Preferred Qualifications PhD degree in a scientific or engineering discipline relevant to accelerator physics. Extensive prior experience in the design, fabrication, and industrial procurement of complex technical hardware. Experience with the execution of a DOE Order413.3B project. Experience with DOE Office of Science and/or multi‑party or international construction projects. Familiar with accelerator facilities and experience successfully working within a user‑facility environment. Certification in project management. Equal Opportunity Brookhaven Science Associates is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations during the application process and in performing essential job functions. #J-18808-Ljbffr