Program Manager

Program Manager

Navarro Research and Engineering is recruiting a remote Program Manager (#3125, 3726). Navarro is an award‑winning federal contractor dedicated to partnering with clients to advance clean energy and deliver effective solutions for complex challenges in the nuclear and environmental fields.

As a Program Manager, you will provide leadership and overall management of an assigned technical or operational portfolio, developing and nurturing relationships with customers and internal stakeholders, and ensuring the portfolio meets its mission requirements, deadlines, and budgets.

• Support project scheduling using Primavera P6, including data quality checks, integration tasks, and schedule analysis
• Support project cost management using Cobra and EVMS processes
• Write and optimize PSQL and TSQL queries to extract and integrate data from multiple enterprise systems
• Serve as a SQL Server DBA resource, providing database configuration, maintenance, and performance tuning
• Develop automated tools using Excel, VBA, Power Query, and Power Pivot
• Build and maintain Power BI dashboards and data models for project and executive audiences
• Anticipate customer needs by observing workflows, identifying pain points, and proactively developing solutions
• Deliver high‑quality tools and reports with minimal oversight, often defining requirements through your own analysis and initiative
• Collaborate with stakeholders across technical and business domains to align solutions with project objectives

• A bachelor's degree and at least 8 years of related management experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Post‑graduate coursework may be desirable.
• Hands‑on experience with Primavera P6, Cobra, and EVMS processes
• Strong SQL skills, including proficiency in PSQL/TSQL and working with system databases
• Experience with SQL Server administration (DBA tasks, maintenance, optimization)
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, including VBA, Power Query, and Power Pivot
• Experience building data models and dashboards in Power BI
• Exceptional ability to translate ambiguous or unspoken needs into actionable, effective solutions
• Demonstrated initiative and independence—able to take a concept from idea to delivered product without heavy direction
• Strong communication skills across both technical and business contexts
• Experience in project controls within DOE/NNSA
• Familiarity with data integration and ETL workflows across enterprise systems
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with a continuous‑improvement mindset
• US citizenship is required due to government contract requirements and clearance requirements

• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Project Management

Navarro is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran's status, or any classification protected by applicable state or local law.