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Full-time
bachelor degree, professional certificate
Prescription Drug Plan, Dental Plan, Vision Plan, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Contributory Pension Plan, Life Insurance
Posted 29d ago
Apply by Sep 2
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
Oversee all aspects of the MPEX project execution, including procurement, assembly, commissioning, and safety compliance. Manage high-level relationships with the DOE, project advisory boards, and the scientific community to ensure successful implementation.
Requirements
Requires a BS degree and at least 10 years of related experience, including 5 years managing DOE projects per order 413. Candidates should have a proven track record of leading complex scientific projects and the ability to obtain a Q clearance.
Full job description
Requisition Id 16563
Overview:
As a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Science national laboratory, ORNL has an impressive 80-year legacy of addressing the nation’s most pressing challenges. Our team is made up of over 7,000 dedicated and innovative individuals! Our goal is to create an environment where a variety of perspectives and backgrounds are valued, ensuring ORNL is known as a top choice for employment. These principles are essential for supporting our broader mission to drive scientific breakthroughs and translate them into solutions for energy, environmental, and security challenges facing the nation.
The Material Plasma Exposure Experiment (MPEX) at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join our team as the MPEX Project Director. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a world-class facility that focuses on the study of plasma-wall interactions for fusion energy devices. As the MPEX Project Director, you will play a crucial role in overseeing all aspects of project execution and ensuring its successful implementation.
ORNL is the largest DOE science and energy laboratory, conducting basic and applied research to deliver transformative solutions to compelling problems in energy and security. Our diverse capabilities span a broad range of scientific and engineering disciplines, enabling the Laboratory to explore fundamental science challenges and to carry out the research needed to accelerate the delivery of solutions to the marketplace.
Major Duties/Responsibilities:
Oversee all aspects of project execution, including procurement, device assembly & commissioning, quality assurance, and ES&H, in coordination with the Project Manager, Cost Account Managers, and Project Controls staff.
Establish clear expectations and communications with key project contributors and vendors.
Assess emerging issues that could impact project performance and develop strategies and solutions to mitigate and manage them.
Work closely with project leaders and managers to ensure effective strategies are implemented and resources are aligned with project goals.
Create and nurture a succession plan to guarantee a highly skilled project management, technical, and support staff.
Manage relationships with the DOE Federal Project Director, Fusion Energy Sciences program manager, FES management, ORNL and project leadership, and project advisory boards, committees, and the scientific community.
Foster strong teams through collaboration across ORNL and accessing external expertise when necessary.
Ensure safety and environmental compliance, as well as achieve ESH and QA goals.
Serve as a member of project committees, including the Change Control Board and the Integrated Project Team.
Lead the project team to earn high assessments in DOE/SC Office of Project Assessment reviews and complete annual Notable Outcome deliverables.
Lead by example, promoting ORNL's "Research Code of Conduct" and fostering a respectful workplace.
Basic Qualifications:
BS degree and a minimum of 10 years of related experience.
Knowledge of DOE project management guidelines.
Minimum of 5 years managing DOE projects per order 413, especially DOE Office of Science projects.
Experience leading project reviews and advisory committees.
Preferred Qualifications:
Proven successful management of large, complex scientific/technical projects.
Certification in project management (PMP).
Proven ability to work productively with highly-skilled scientists, engineers, and project management professionals.
Experience with alternate contracting vehicles and selection methods and processes.
Experience with fusion science and technology.
Experience working with the US fusion research community and the DOE Office of Science, Fusion Energy Science, management team.
Distinguished record of achievement and recognition.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Q clearance.
Special Requirements:
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Relocation:
Moving can be overwhelming and expensive. UT-Battelle offers a generous relocation package to ease the transition process. Domestic and international relocation assistance is available for certain positions. If invited to interview, be sure to ask your Recruiter (Talent Acquisition Partner) for details.
About ORNL:
ORNL offers competitive pay and benefits programs to attract and retain individuals who demonstrate exceptional work behaviors. The laboratory provides a range of employee benefits, including medical and retirement plans and flexible work hours, to support the well-being of you and your family. Employee amenities such as on-site fitness, banking, and cafeteria facilities are also available for added convenience.
Other benefits include the following: Prescription Drug Plan, Dental Plan, Vision Plan, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Contributory Pension Plan, Life Insurance, Disability Benefits, Generous Vacation and Holidays, Parental Leave, Legal Insurance with Identity Theft Protection, Employee Assistance Plan, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Wellness Programs, Educational Assistance, Relocation Assistance, and Employee Discounts.
If you have difficulty using the online application system or need an accommodation to apply due to a disability, please email: [email protected].
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This position will remain open for a minimum of 5 days after which it will close when a qualified candidate is identified and/or hired.
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If you have trouble applying for a position, please email [email protected].
ORNL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply. UT-Battelle is an E-Verify employer.
Related keywords
MPEXDOE Order 413Fusion Energy SciencesPlasma-Wall InteractionsPMPQ ClearanceProject ControlsCost Account ManagersOffice of Project AssessmentFusion ResearchDOE Office of ScienceScientific Project ManagementTechnical LeadershipQuality AssuranceEnvironmental Safety and Health
Oak Ridge National Laboratory is managed by UT-Battelle for the Department of Energy. Scientists and engineers at ORNL conduct basic and applied research and development to create scientific knowledge and technological solutions that strengthen the nation's leadership in key areas of science; increase the availability of affordable, reliable energy; and contribute to national security.
ORNL also performs other work for the Department of Energy, including isotope production, information management, and technical program management, and provides research and technical assistance to other organizations.
Offices: One Bethel Valley Road, Oak Ridge, TN 37831, US
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