Program Manager Job Birmingham area,Alabama USA,Management

General Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Project Manager to lead the construction and development of a state‑of‑the‑art hypersonic test facility. The ideal candidate will have a robust background in engineering focused on high power systems, exceptional project management skills, and a proven track record of successfully delivering complex projects. This position will require strong leadership abilities, meticulous attention to detail, and excellent communication skills to ensure project milestones and objectives are achieved.

This position provides the opportunity to perform impactful work on a new test facility that will directly support several hypersonic programs within the Department of Defense and NASA.

Essential Job Functions

Project Planning and Execution

Develop and execute the comprehensive project plan outlining project scope, goals, deliverables, timelines, budgeting, and resource allocation for the facility.
Coordinate with stakeholders, including clients, contractors, and regulatory bodies, to align project objectives and requirements.
Implement project management methodologies and best practices to ensure project progress, risk management, and quality control.

Engineering Oversight

Oversee the design, implementation, and testing of the new facility.
Ensure engineering solutions meet minimum project requirements.
Collaborate with engineering teams to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues, ensuring project continuity and success.
Lead and manage a multidisciplinary project team comprising engineers, construction workers, and subcontractors.

Budget and Resource Management

Monitor and manage project budgets, ensuring financial targets are met and resources are allocated efficiently.
Track project expenditures, prepare financial reports, and submit timely budget updates to stakeholders.

Risk Management and Problem Solving

Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize project disruptions and delays.
Address and resolve project‑related issues promptly, ensuring minimal impact on project timelines and objectives.
Implement corrective actions and process improvements to enhance project outcomes and efficiency.

Supervisory Responsibility

No supervisory responsibilities.

Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

Required Organizational Core Values

Integrity We adhere to a code of sound ethical behavior that builds trust and confidence in all we do. We clearly communicate expectations and provide reliable results and candid feedback to our employees, customers and stakeholders.
Excellence We understand and consistently meet or exceed our internal and external customer expectations. We are accountable for timelines, quality and cost.
Individual and community focused We promote an open, collaborative and supportive environment by respecting the rights and contributions of every individual. We openly communicate information and ideas to our stakeholders; customers; employees; and the larger community.
Innovation We explore ideas and create solutions to global needs. We use science and engineering to solve the world's most difficult problems.
Motivated
- Works independently and a self‑starter who can thrive in a dynamic team environment to keep projects on track, resolve problems, and deliver results.
Analytical Thinking and Detail Orientation
- Small details constantly change that can have large impacts on over schedules or objectives. Identifying problems, troubleshooting and developing and implementing solutions requires detailed analysis in each task.
Quality Orientation
- Accomplishes tasks by considering all areas involved; no matter how small; showing concern for all aspects of the job; accurately checking processes, procedures and tasks; being watchful over a period of time.
Planning and Organization
- Systematically identifies issues to be addressed and plans a course of action for self to ensure the accomplishment of specific objectives. This position will require the ability to communicate and coordinate effectively with team members and customers. Candidate should have demonstrated history of effective verbal and written communication.

Education and Experience

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