Idaho National Laboratory

Senior Operations Program Manager - (22946)

Description

Idaho National Laboratory is hiring a Senior Operations Program Manager to work on the National Reactor Innovation Center (NRIC) team. Our team works a 9x80 schedule located out of our Idaho Falls facility with every other Friday off. You will report to the Director of NRIC.

The Senior Operations Manager directs and manages the daily activities of NRIC's operations responsible for overseeing the day-to-day functioning of NRIC, ensuring operational efficiency, and improving existing systems. This role also involves improving productivity and implementing strategic initiatives. The role encompasses working across the Idaho National Laboratory, other National Labs and Industrial partnerships. The individual will support improved organizational efficiency in technical, administrative, programmatic, and financial operations to navigate the Idaho National Laboratory and the Department of Energy, to accelerate the deployment of advanced nuclear technology. The individual will actively and accurately manage an ongoing system of collecting organizational metrics and derive insights from the data they have collected to recommend organizational improvements. The position will navigate the complex environment between the interface with the program managers and the operations staff. The individual will report on the data they collect to all interested parties and create customized analyses and reports on demand. They work with communications teams to build engaging and effective marketing campaigns and function as the customer service representative as needed.

Responsibilities Include:

• Develops and implements strategic plans to optimize operational efficiency and align with overall business goals.
• Oversee day-to-day operations, ensuring that processes are followed, standards are met, and issues are addressed promptly.
• Identify areas for improvement in existing systems and implement changes to enhance efficiency, productivity, and quality.
• May handle stakeholder communications, build relationships with stakeholders, and manage stakeholder expectations.
• Work collaboratively with other departments, stakeholders, and external partners to achieve operational goals.
• Identifies areas for improvement in existing systems and implements changes to enhance efficiency, productivity, and quality.
• Identifies and manages operational risks, developing contingency plans to mitigate potential issues.
• Prepare cost estimates and operating and maintenance budgets, plan, track, and manage the funds, budgets, costs, and performance of the major projects in the NRIC portfolio.
• Support review sessions with project teams to discuss cost, schedule, and technical performance.
• Provide program/project management and execution plans.
• Provide outyear planning to take strategic vision to executable scopes of work and funding requirements.
• Provide planning and periodic reporting, to include DOE’s Program Information Collection System, that is provided to DOE.
• Collaborate with and guide processes for system design for major programs.
• Build strong partnerships with cross-functional teams to ensure priorities and programs are aligned with short- and long-term business objectives.
• Clarify and drive project commitments as well as establish and maintain clear chains of accountability and communication by facilitating meetings with key stakeholders.
• Use continuous improvement methods to identify ways to optimize program effectiveness, efficiency, and quality.
• Provide System Engineering management responsibilities for projects engaged in design phase.
• Participate in the development, bid, and award, and negotiation of supplier contracts and contract changes.
• Develop mechanisms for monitoring project progress and for intervention and problem solving with project managers.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in nuclear, other engineering, or related field from an accredited institution. Experience functioning as a project lead, project manager, or lead role commensurate with level with specific experience with capital asset projects.
• EX5: Bachelor’s and 14 years of experience. Master’s and 8 years of experience. PhD and 6 years
• of experience.
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills and demonstrated critical thinking and collaboration along with budget planning and prioritization abilities. Candidate will display a strict attention to detail and an eye for continuous improvement.
• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy "Q" clearance, which requires US Citizenship.
• Industry engineering and operations experience desired.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this classification, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, bend, and work in an office and field/laboratory environment. The job requires hand/finger dexterity to keyboard or type, handle materials, manipulate tools, and reach with hands and arms. The job requires operation of job-related equipment and driving a vehicle. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds without assistance. Sufficient visual acuity and hearing capacity to perform the essential functions and interact with the public is required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Job Information:

• The pay range for this position is Level 5 ($130,980 - $268,680). At Idaho National Laboratory compensation decisions are determined using factors such as education, relevant experience, and other credentials.

Benefits and Relocation

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) with a 4.2% employer contribution and up to 4.8% match
• Paid time off (personal leave)
• Employee Education Program (tuition assistance)
• Comprehensive Relocation Package
• Benefit eligibility subject multiple factors, including employment status and position classification.

INL is a science-based, applied engineering national laboratory dedicated to supporting the U.S. Department of Energy’s mission in nuclear energy research, science, and national defense. With more than 5,000 scientists, researchers, and support staff, the laboratory works with national and international governments, universities and industry partners to discover new science and development technologies that underpin the nation’s nuclear and renewable energy, national security, and environmental missions.

INL Mission

Our mission is to discover, demonstrate and secure innovative nuclear energy solutions, other clean energy options and critical infrastructure.

INL Vision

Our vision is to change the world’s energy future and secure our nation’s critical infrastructure.

Selective Service Requirements

To be eligible for employment at INL males born after December 31, 1959 must have registered with the Selective Service System (SSS). For more information see www.sss.gov.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of INL to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Reasonable Accommodation

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Other Information

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INL does not accept resumes from third party vendors unsolicited.

Primary Location

: US-ID-Idaho Falls

Job

: Project Management

Organization

: Nuclear Science & Technology (Cxxx)

Schedule

: Full-time

Employee Status

: Regular

Job Posting

: May 28, 2025, 3:18:41 PM

Unposting Date

: Jun 28, 2025, 5:59:00 AM

RELOCATION: Position Relocation Eligible

TELEWORK: On-Site Worker

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