Title Project Manager Position Number 39557 Company WA River Protection Solutions City/State Richland, WA Location 200E Posted 10/23/2024 Closes 11/06/2024 Regular/Temporary Regular Full/Part-Time Full-Time Job Responsibilities/DutiesWashington River Protection Solutions (WRPS) manages one of the most challenging radioactive waste cleanup projects in the country. Our focus is reducing the environmental risk posed by 56 million gallons of radioactive and chemical waste stored in 177 underground tanks on the Hanford Site located in Richland, WA. Join us today and be a part of history!Tank Farm Projects (TFP) executes safe and compliant projects needed to support the Tank Operations Contract mission. The TFP organization performs design, procurement, construction, testing and turnovers of all field project activities. The organization is structured to utilize an Integrated Project Team approach, which includes supporting functional organizations.WRPS TFP seeks a Project Manager that applies extensive and diversified knowledge of Project Management principles and practices in assignments and related work. The specific duties and responsibilities of the Project Manager include but are not limited to:
Complete WRPS High Hazard Operations Project Manager qualification and act as a fully competent project manager in all conventional aspects of managing Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC), capital improvement or facility/infrastructure upgrade projects from initiation through closeout in accordance with quality standards and requirements, typically ranging from $500k to $35M in value;
Complete WRPS Control Account Manager (CAM) qualification and perform CAM duties for accounts assigned;
Develop scope, schedule, and budget baselines. Implement change management and Earned Value Management System (EVMS) methods to maintain baselines and report on results;
Take initiative to drive decisions on engineering problems and methods and represent the project in conferences to resolve important questions and coordinate work;
Demonstrate interpolative thinking, utilize advanced techniques, modifications or extensions to practiced theories, and is generally seasoned technically;
Plan and conduct work requiring judgment in the independent evaluation, selection and substantial adaptation or modification of standard techniques, procedures and criteria;
May function as lead Project Manager on a task force or special assignment, coordinating the activities of task force Project Managers and Engineers from the discipline specialty;
Contribute to development of new concepts, techniques, and standards;
Considered expert in field within the organization. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills needed to facilitate integrated team collaboration and achieve project milestones;
Must be able to communicate with peers and management clearly and concisely;
Must take prompt action to accomplish assigned objectives and understand/identify issues and opportunities;
Identify and evaluate potential scope changes and implement change management process as necessary;
Advise management of developments that could impact project scope, schedule, costs, and client relations;
Provide project performance presentations to senior management and the client;
Ensure Integrated Safety Management Systems (ISMS) Principles are incorporated into project activities;
May act as a change agent to ensure lessons learned are applied to improve future projects
Required QualificationsGrade 20:
Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in Project Management, Construction Management, Engineering or related discipline; and
Ten (10) years of related experience, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
Grade 21:
Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in Project Management, Construction Management, Engineering or related discipline; and
Twelve (12) years of related experience, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
Note the essential duties for this grade level are like that of the previous grade level, however the scope of responsibility is larger, and the expected level of performance is increased.Grade 22:
Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in Project Management, Construction Management, Engineering or related discipline; and
Fifteen (15) years of related experience, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
Note the essential duties for this grade level are like that of the previous grade level, however the scope of responsibility is significantly larger, and the expected level of performance is greatly increased.Desired Qualifications
Project Manager Professional Certification from the Project Management Institute is preferred.
Knowledge of MS Office, Adobe Acrobat, software.
Ability to understand and interpret various electrical and mechanical documents, blueprints, drawings and schematics.
Extensive understanding of facility processes, systems and equipment.
Knowledgeable of EVMS as implemented by Department of Energy (DOE).
Depending on the nature of your employment with WRPS, you can expect the following:A business casual dress work environment: jeans are permissible (restrictions may apply).Opportunity for work/life balance: a standard 4 x 10 work schedule, allowing more personal time to enjoy life outside of the office (other schedules and/or shift work may be required).Many positions (non-bargaining) that allow for a hybrid work environment, a combination of in-office and telework (restrictions may apply).Compensation & BenefitsIn accordance with the company's philosophy on compensation for exempt and salaried non-exempt employees, WRPS takes into consideration a variety of factors when determining initial salary to include assigned job scope and responsibility, a candidate's qualifications as compared to internal comparators performing in a similar role, and the external labor market. A salary offer will be made within the targeted hiring range posted. Note a candidate's prior salary history will not be taken into consideration.Hiring Range Minimum: $126,025Hiring Range Maximum: $204,775WRPS offers a comprehensive benefits package to include medical/dental/vision, short-and long-term disability, life insurance, 401(k) with employer match, and paid time off. For a full list of benefits please visithttps://hmis.hanford.gov/hr/page.cfm/HEWTBenefitsRelocation Funding Provided Yes U.S. Citizenship Required Yes Clearance Required No Job Classification Management Shift Work Required No This contractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.Applicants and employees have rights under Federal Employment Laws and are protected under federal law against discrimination. To view information regarding these rights, please click on these links:
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