Fermilab · 1 month ago
LBNF Project Manager II (3-year term)
Lead, SD
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$111K/yr - $158K/yr
5+ years expFermilab is America’s premier laboratory for particle physics and accelerator research, funded by the U.S. Department of Energy. They are seeking an experienced Project Manager to support complex projects associated with designing specialized equipment or structures, or developing and testing information networks and financial systems.
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Responsibilities
Oversee, prioritize, and assign project work in the field
Evaluate work quality, quantity, and completeness, ensuring alignment with established procedures, plans, schedules, and best practices
Determine project scope, requirements, and deliverables in collaboration with clients, customers, and stakeholders
Implement project plans to meet objectives and ensure integration of all project activities
Utilize project management software (e.g., inEight or ProCore) to manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, and design updates
Develop agendas, chair project meetings, and lead project reviews
Identify and maintain documentation requirements, ensuring all documentation is stored, organized, and available for future operations
Develop, modify, or contribute to required project plans and documents, including (as applicable): Project Execution Plan, Acquisition Strategy, Project Management Plan, Conceptual Design Report, Project Data Sheets, Hazard Analyses and Safety Analysis Reports, Technical/Engineering Design Reports, Earned Value Management System Description, Value Engineering Plan / Document, Risk Management Plan, Quality Assurance Plan, Construction Project Safety and Health Plan, OMB Exhibit 300
Lead development of cost estimates and manage obligations to the approved budget profile
Monitor and manage actual project costs to remain within established baselines
Develop and maintain schedules to ensure timely project completion
Determine work plans based on priorities, workforce availability, and other criteria; review plans and schedules with craft supervisors (primarily mechanical subcontractors)
Conduct negotiations to ensure fair and reasonable pricing for design changes, differing site conditions, schedule delays, and related issues
Obtain and maintain resources through internal negotiations and coordination with laboratory and collaboration management
Interface with site owners, trade coordinators, and project managers to develop daily, weekly, monthly, and long-term schedules
Arrange internal and external project-level reviews to assess performance, identify risks, and recommend improvements
Enhance national and international project visibility by participating in reviews and collaboration activities
Communicate project status to Senior Project Manager, Division/Section Managers, the Director’s Office, and funding entities
Prepare and deliver presentations or briefings on all aspects of assigned projects
Negotiate, establish, and track MOUs and SOWs with participating institutions
Monitor activities and resources to identify and mitigate risks
Implement or maintain quality assurance processes; recommend or take corrective action as needed
Ensure all activities comply with environmental, health, and safety regulations and Fermilab policies
Manage, lead, and provide training on project resources and activities
Implement and execute the project change control process
Perform other duties as assigned
Abide by all ES&H requirements and Fermilab safety policies
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering Management, Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or Business Administration, plus 5 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience managing subcontracted mechanical construction, especially HVAC and plumbing
Knowledge of chilled water systems, cooling towers, large air handlers, and related mechanical systems
Strong understanding of project management principles and DOE Order 413 processes
Ability to work effectively across multiple teams and disciplines
Competence using project management tools such as inEight or ProCore
Strong communication, negotiation, leadership, and documentation skills
Company
Fermilab
Fermilab is an American particle physics and accelerator laboratory dedicated to exploring high-energy physics.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$260MKey Investors
US Department of Energy
2022-11-04Grant· $260M
Leadership Team
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Krysia Jacobs
Deputy CIO
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