*****THIS POSITION IS CONTINGENT UPON CONTRACT AWARD*****

Mission

Waséyabek Federal Services, LLC (WFS) is a 100% Tribally owned, Native American SBA 8(a) small business of the Nottawaseppi Huron Band of the Potawatomi (NHBP). WFS is part of a portfolio of companies managed by Waséyabek Development Company, LLC, a 100% Tribally owned economic development firm focused on income diversification on behalf of NHBP that reaches beyond gaming is a well-funded, experienced small business, with substantial liquid assets and experience in federal contracting. WFS has borrowing capacity to meet the daily cash needs of new business development, new award support, and operational working capital. WFS is well-versed in federal contract compliance and providing outstanding support services.

Position Summary

The Project Manager will play a critical leadership role in support of the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Environmental Management’s (EM) cleanup and legacy waste management activities at the Portsmouth Gaseous Diffusion Plant. Key responsibilities include strategic planning, resource and budget management, risk assessment, and performance tracking.  A strong emphasis is placed on advancing operational efficiency, increasing revenue opportunities, and improving overall project profitability.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Provide overall management coordination as the central point of contact with the Government and its site contractors for all work under the contract
• Develop and implement project plans, including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.

• Reinforce a culture of safety within the organization. Must be knowledgeable of safety requirements, lead safety talks, and perform daily walkarounds of support areas.
• Manage project budget, and ensure the project is completed within budget constraints.
• Ensure project deliverables meet quality standards and are completed on schedule.
• Proactively identify and manage project risks and develop mitigation plans.
• Solicit feedback from stakeholders and use this input to refine operational processes or renegotiate terms in future contract phases.
• Recommend and implement process enhancements that can lead to cost savings, increased efficiency, or improved service delivery.
• Provide personnel management including employee reviews, hiring, compensation considerations, corrective actions, and one-on-one with direct reports.
• Communicate project progress to senior management and stakeholders, and provide regular project status updates
• Represent WFG as a point of contact on the Portsmouth Site Specific Advisory Board (SSAB)
• Perform key subcontract management/oversight activities including:
  1. Collaboration with WFG legal and procurement teams to review and finalize subcontract language, mitigating any potential legal issues before execution.
  2. Engagement in negotiations with potential subcontractors to secure favorable terms while ensuring the contract meets all requirements.
  3. Identification and tracking of key performance indicators (KPIs) to ensure that the subcontracted services meet or exceed established standards.
  4. Conduct of regular audits and on-site inspections to verify that subcontractors are adhering to the performance terms and maintaining quality standards.
• Maintain round-the-clock availability, including weekends and federal holidays, to promptly respond to and resolve unexpected operational challenges
• Perform all other position-related duties as assigned by the VP of O&M.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Required bachelor’s degree from an accredited school with over 15 years of project management experience
• Leadership, management skills, and budgeting ability
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Advanced/intermediate proficiency in Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Have the ability to do the following:
  1. Define, establish and manage multiple support services
  2. Thrive in a fast-paced team environment
  3. Pass a pre-employment drug screen
  4. Pass a background investigation, including but not limited to nationwide criminal record search, and other relevant background information deemed necessary by the contract
• United States citizenship is required to work on a federal contract and will be electronically verified via E-Verify

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification

• Prior experience supporting projects within the Department of Energy

• Background in managing maintenance operations for large campus facilities

• Experience with decontamination and decommissioning (D&D) activities

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

This position requires all work to be performed at a U.S. Department of Energy government owned, government operated site which includes business offices and support facilities.  The position may require standing for extended periods of time. The performance of this position may occasionally require exposure to areas that require the use of personal protective equipment such as a hard hat, safety glasses with side shields, safety footwear and mandatory hearing protection. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

TRAVEL

Some travel may be required, up to 10% of the time.   The travel may be local or national and may be by car, rail, or air.

HIRING PREFERENCE

Native American & Veteran Hiring Preferences will be applied in accordance with WFS policy

Waséyabek Federal Group is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.