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Sr. Program Manager II

Kingsport, Tennessee, United States
Full Time On-site

Summary

Job Description

Job Description BAE Systems is seeking a highly skilled Senior Program Manager to lead the successful execution of strategic initiatives and complex facility design and construction projects. As a Senior Program Manager, you will be responsible for delivering large-scale facility modernization and expansion projects on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. You will lead a cross-functional team, manage profit and loss, and communicate effectively with executive leadership and government customers.
Key Responsibilities:
  1. Project Leadership: Lead a cross-functional project team of project management, engineers, contracting, finance, and operations professionals to deliver large-scale (> $100M) highly complex Capital Investment or Government Funded projects on time, within budget, and to strigent quality standards.
  2. Profit and Loss Management: Be accountable for the profit and loss of assigned projects, ensuring that projects are delivered within budget and that financial targets are met.
  3. Communication and Reporting: Prepare and deliver briefings and reports to executive leadership and government customers, providing updates on project status, progress, and issues.
  4. Sub-contractor and Supplier Management: Manage sub-contractors and suppliers to ensure that they are meeting project requirements and delivering high-quality products and services.
  5. Project Planning and Control: Develop and manage project plans, schedules, and budgets to ensure that projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
  6. Risk Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate risks to ensure that projects are delivered successfully.
Attributes of a Successful Senior Program Manager:
  1. Strategic Thinker: Ability to think strategically and make informed decisions that align with business objectives.
  2. Collaborative Leader: Ability to lead and collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals.
  3. Effective Communicator: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
  4. Results-Oriented: Strong focus on delivering results and meeting project goals and objectives.
  5. Adaptable and Flexible: Ability to adapt to changing project requirements and priorities.
If you are a dynamic leader with a passion for mission accomplishments and a proven track record of delivering complex projects, we invite you to apply for the position of Senior Program Manager with BAE SystemsRequired Education, Experience, & Skills
  1. Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Engineering or Business.
  2. Experience: A minimum of ten (10) years of relevant experience in project management in the Defense, Construction, or Oil/Gas/Chemical Industry.
  3. Communication Skills: Able to communicate effectively to upper management and customers, both verbally and in writing.
  4. Technical Writing: Proficient in technical writing, such as proposal, statement of work development, and reports.
  5. Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex data and make informed decisions.
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
  1. Masters Degree: A Master's degree in a related field is preferred.
  2. Certifications: Certification as a Project Management Professional (PMP) by the Project Management Institute (PMI) or DAWIA Level III Program Management is preferred.
  3. Earned Value Management: Experience with Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) or similar performance measurement tools is preferred.
  4. Scheduling Tools: Experience in developing Integrated Master schedules with sound logic through tools such as MS Project, Primavera, etc. is preferred.
  5. Leadership Experience: Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional teams to deliver or exceed commitments.


Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $120000 - $204000

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Platforms & Services BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and ship repair…just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.