Program Manager – DOE National Laboratory Capital Building Programs

AECOM seeks an experienced Program Manager to lead multidisciplinary teams delivering complex engineering, design, and infrastructure projects for U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) national laboratories and specialized nuclear research facilities. The successful candidate will provide overall program leadership, technical oversight, client relationship management, and contractual and financial accountability for projects supporting nuclear research, fusion energy, and specialized laboratory facilities. The candidate may work within the cities listed in the posting but will be expected to travel to DOE facilities periodically, including for extended periods as required to support program execution. Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position. Relocation is not available for this position. All newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

Responsibilities

Leading capital building programs from planning and design through construction, commissioning, and turnover, with accountability for scope, budget, schedule, and delivery outcomes; Managing and leading complex, multidisciplinary engineering and design programs for DOE national laboratories, nuclear facilities, or comparable federal research institutions; Leading multidisciplinary technical teams across structural, mechanical, electrical, process, instrumentation and controls, and nuclear engineering disciplines; Overseeing engineering activities supporting nonreactor nuclear facilities, radiological laboratories, and specialized research infrastructure; Collaborating effectively with DOE, laboratory leadership, federal contractors, and other key stakeholders; Maintaining laboratory operations and mission continuity during facility upgrades, modernization, and construction; Achieving contractual performance, schedule, quality, and financial milestones; Developing and maintaining strong client relationships while identifying opportunities for program growth; Serve as AECOM's primary program leadership contact for DOE national laboratory clients and associated stakeholders; Provide overall management of program scope, schedule, budget, staffing, quality, and contractual performance; Direct multidisciplinary engineering teams and specialized technical subcontractors; Ensure compliance with applicable DOE orders, NQA-1 requirements, safety standards, and federal regulations; Establish and maintain qualified Key Personnel and designated alternates throughout the contract period; Manage project financial performance, including budgets, forecasting, invoicing, cash flow, and profitability; Develop technical approaches, staffing plans, schedules, and cost estimates for task order proposals; Support laboratory modernization, infrastructure renewal, operational readiness, and long-term capital planning; Identify opportunities to introduce innovative engineering methods, digital tools, and more efficient delivery approaches; Support DOE business development, contract growth, and strategic positioning for future laboratory programs; Mentor and develop technical and project management staff to support long-term program continuity

Requirements

BA/BS in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or a related technical discipline plus ten years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education, including two years of leadership; Experience with federal government contracting, project controls, financial management, and quality assurance programs including DOE facility requirements, nuclear safety practices, and applicable engineering standards including Integrated Safety Management; Demonstrated leadership of capital building programs, including planning, design, construction, and modernization of complex research and laboratory facilities; Direct responsibility for delivering building and infrastructure capital projects through multidisciplinary architecture, engineering, and construction teams; Working knowledge of DOE nuclear safety requirements, including NQA-1 quality assurance standards and Documented Safety Analysis (DSA) requirements; Successfully delivered projects of comparable scope and complexity involving nuclear, radiological, or highly specialized scientific facilities; Experience managing Basic Ordering Agreements (BOAs), task orders, and federal engineering contracts

Nice to have

Professional Engineer (PE) license or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification; Direct experience working with DOE national laboratories or other nuclear and fusion research facilities; Experience managing engineering services under DOE Basic Ordering Agreements or IDIQ contracts; Familiarity with DOE-STD-3009-2014, NQA-1, and commercial grade dedication requirements; Experience with nonreactor nuclear facilities, radiological systems, hot cells, and remote handling equipment; Experience supporting operating research laboratories where mission continuity and safety are critical; Established relationships within the DOE national laboratory community; Demonstrated success expanding existing federal programs and developing new task order opportunities

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits; Paid time off; Leaves of absence; Voluntary benefits; Perks; Flexible work options; Well-being resources; Employee assistance program; Business travel insurance; Service recognition awards; Retirement savings plan; Employee stock purchase plan; Award-winning training and development programs