Project Manager, Electron Ion Collider

Brookhaven National Laboratory (www.bnl.gov) delivers discovery science and transformative technology to power and secure the nation’s future. Brookhaven Lab is a multidisciplinary laboratory with seven Nobel Prize-winning discoveries, 37 R&D 100 Awards, and more than 70 years of pioneering research. The Lab is primarily supported by the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Office of Science. Brookhaven Science Associates (BSA) operates and manages the Laboratory for DOE. BSA is a partnership between Battelle and The Research Foundation for the State University of New York on behalf of Stony Brook University. BSA salutes our veterans and active military members with careers that leverage the skills and unique experience they gained while serving our country. Our organization fully supports service members transitioning from active duty to civilian life and pledge’s our commitment to actively hire veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces. Military personnel who have been formally trained or have relevant experience obtained while in service may meet educational requirements and are encouraged to apply for job opportunities at BSA.

Organizational Overview

Brookhaven National Laboratory was recently chosen as the building site for the Electron-Ion Collider (EIC), a one-of-a-kind nuclear physics research facility. The EIC will be a discovery machine for unlocking the secrets of the “glue” that binds the building blocks of visible matter in the universe. The machine design is based on the existing and highly optimized RHIC Ion-Ion collider. It will consist of two intersecting accelerators, one producing an intense beam of electrons, the other a beam of protons or heavier atomic nuclei which are steered into collisions. Beyond sparking scientific discoveries in a new frontier of fundamental physics, the Electron-Ion Collider will trigger technological breakthroughs that have broad-ranging impact on human health and national challenges.

Position Description

The Electron-Ion Collider (EIC) Project Manager reports to the Associate Lab Director/EIC Project Director and is responsible for the day-to-day project management of the $1.7B to $2.8B Electron-Ion Collider (EIC) construction project. The EIC Project Manager serves as a member of the EIC Executive Management Team and the Integrated Project Team and is the primary project management point of contact with the external partners, the Department of Energy, the host laboratory, and the project team.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop and manage the project management systems and prepare project planning documents for the EIC project.
• Develop and implement the overall risk management approach for the project.
• Together with the leadership team, implement all approved baseline technical/design basis changes to the official EIC project technical baseline documents and supporting technical design documents.
• Distribute funding according to project plan and oversee contingency allocation process.
• Ensure the effectiveness and compliance of the overall EIC procurement strategy.
• Conduct routine reviews with EIC Scientific/Technical System Managers to determine the status of corrective action plans.
• Establish and coordinate reviews and regular reporting activities to ensure rigorous self-assessment and proper cost and schedule control of the EIC project.
• Establish agreements within and outside of the BNL Nuclear and Particle Physics Directorate and the Laboratory for the engagement of additional resources for the EIC Project.
• Strive to build a diverse and inclusive workforce, and create a productive, respectful work environment.

Position Requirements

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, science, engineering, or a related discipline
• Minimum of 15 years' related experience, including at least 5 years in a management position
• Broad and in-depth project management experience which includes implementation of a large federal government scientific / technical projects
• Proficiency in financial analysis and forecasting
• Experience interacting with procurement, human resources, and quality functions
• Excellent written, oral and presentation communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage, motivate, direct, and lead effectively among a diverse group of scientific, technical, and administrative staff
• Knowledge of DOE policies and procedures

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience implementing projects under DOE Order 413.3B
• Experience working at or with DOE National Laboratories
• Advanced degree in business, science, engineering, or a related discipline

Other Information:

• May require international and domestic travel

At Brookhaven National Laboratory, we believe that a comprehensive employee benefits program is an important and meaningful part of the compensation employees receive. Our benefits program includes, but is not limited to:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Care Plans
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time-off and Leave Programs (vacation, holidays, sick leave, paid parental leave)
• 401(k) Plan
• Flexible Work Arrangements
• Tuition Assistance, Training and Professional Development Programs
• Employee Fitness/Wellness & Recreation: Gym/Basketball Courts, Weight Room, Fitness Classes, Indoor Pool, Tennis Courts, Sports Clubs/Activities (Basketball, Tennis, Softball, Table Tennis)

Brookhaven Science Associates requires proof of a COVID-19 vaccination for all employees. Proof of full vaccination as recognized by the CDC and/or WHO, inclusive of the two-week waiting period, is required at the start of your employment.

Brookhaven National Laboratory (BNL) is an equal opportunity employer that values inclusion and diversity at our Lab.We are committed to ensuring that all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a veteran, disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

BNL takes affirmative action in support of its policy and to advance in employment individuals who are minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.We 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.

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