We are launching people to the Moon and Mars. If you want to be part of this amazing mission and enjoy working in a great team environment, we would love to have you as part of our team that is making history, today. It takes big ideas and determination to take NASA's vision and make it reality. That's what we do every day.
The COMET contract provides overall management and implementation of ground systems capabilities, flight hardware processing, and launch operations at NASA's Kennedy Space Center (KSC) in Florida. These tasks will support the International Space Station, Ground Systems Development and Operations, and the Space Launch System, Orion Multi-Purpose Crew Vehicle, and Launch Services programs.
The Ground Systems Support (GSS) organization is looking for a Project Manager in the Construction Management Department with a background in construction and fabrication. This individual will provide oversight and assistance in managing all aspects of construction projects for COMET and lead special projects and project teams as assigned by management to support strategic goals and objectives. Within the Ground Systems Support Directorate, the Construction Management Project Manager position will assume overall responsibility for the following:
Responsibilities
Areas of responsibility include, but are not limited to:
Provide Project Management oversight and assist in managing all aspects of construction projects.
Provide Project Management oversight and assist with the management of Project Scope, Risks, Budgets, Estimates, Schedules, and Schedule Changes.
Provide Project Management oversight in coordination with Construction Managers who oversee Craft Labor Projects.
Demonstrate understanding of, and assist in, project scheduling development and resource loading to capture all work performed.
Prepare or request Period Of Performance (POP) Extensions, Requests for Information (RFI) on engineering drawings, Letters of Technical Direction (LTD), and other technical documents, contract mechanisms, etc., in execution of construction projects.
Perform duties as single Point-of-Contact (POC) for fabrication projects where work requested is sent offsite, all or part, and not performed at the various shops managed by COMET. Provide oversight for this work, once identified by Ground Systems Support (GSS) Management to be outsourced, from inception until delivery and closeout
Host / Facilitate Project Team meetings.
Create appropriate Statements of Work (SOW) for outsourced work and be POC for and work any issues in concert with COMET Project Managers, Engineering, Logistics, Launch Equipment Services (LES) Shop, and outside vendors.
Exercise sound judgement and demonstrate excellent skills in working with other organizations, NASA and COMET customers, Contracts, and outside vendors.
Perform other duties as assigned, including on-going or one-off special projects.
Qualifications - External
Bachelor of Science (BS) in Engineering or technical equivalent from an accredited institution; at least four years of experience.
Bachelor of Science (BS) in Engineering or technical equivalent from an accredited institution; at least 10 years of experience and/or an advanced degree.
Experience in project management principles, facility and ground hardware design/build projects and project cost accounting is mandatory.
PMP Certification is highly desirable.
Experience interpreting engineering drawings; working knowledge of end-to-end processes of construction and fabrication including assembly and test; experience writing statements of work and basis of estimates; understanding of sub-contracts execution and legal/regulatory requirements.
Experience with raw materials and material processes such as grades of metals, chemical processes, and treatments (passivation, pickling, Alodine, etc.) is desired.
Must demonstrate excellent communication skills with NASA and other Contractors, and effectively represent COMET's needs on various projects with outside contractors as POC for GSS outsourced work.
Ability to work effectively and cooperatively in a team environment.
Must be able to coordinate work between multiple project disciplines.
Requires demonstrated leadership skills as evidenced by prior experience.
Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects without missing deadlines or sacrificing accuracy and quality.
Must be self-motivated, demonstrate understanding of program and project priorities, and be able to work highly independently.
Excellent communication, presentation, and customer interface skills with a proven ability to work effectively and collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment.
Ability to coordinate multiple projects with multiple stakeholders and to deliver results within schedule.
Perform other duties as assigned including special projects unrelated to normal work.
Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, if necessary.
Must be able to travel to support position requirements.
Depending on the candidate's experience, requirements, and business needs, we reserve the right to consider candidates at any level for which this position has been advertised.
Physical Requirements
May be required to climb stairs to access equipment for trouble shooting.
Will be required to wear hearing protection, eye protection, and other associated personal protective equipment.
Position may involve extended periods of sitting or standing.
Physical requirements are sitting, walking, standing, extensive use of stairs, and access to remote structures.
Position is located on a hazardous testing facility; must be able to quickly evacuate buildings in the event of an emergency.
Work Environment
May be required to work inside and outside throughout the test complex.
Position may require individual to travel daily to different areas on site.
Walking on uneven terrain including paved areas, gravel/rocks, and dirt/sand, may be required to access various locations on the facility.
Climbing ladders and platforms may be necessary.
All work must be completed in a safe manner in accordance with NASA and company safety standards.
Equipment and Machines
Computers and printers used for producing reports and schedules.
Variety of equipment used in testing.
Attendance
Full-time work hours.
Position may require occasional overtime, including weekend work, depending on task.
Must be dependable and punctual.
Shift work may be required.
Other Essential Functions
Must be able to accurately communicate ideas in writing and verbal communication.
Must be able to travel to support position requirements. This may include travel to and from customer location, which may involve airline travel. In some cases, accommodations can be made for POV, if necessary.
Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.
Must comply with all "drug free workplace" requirements as mandated by directives issued by the appropriate federal contracting officer and the company, which requires drug testing for use of illegal drugs by employees in sensitive positions.
Government security clearance may be required in the future.
Must maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a manner that fosters good relations with customers, clients, co-workers, and management.
Access to Kennedy Space Center Amenities
While doing your part to help further space exploration at Kennedy Space Center, you can enjoy many on-site amenities, such as:
Child Development Center
Discounted tickets to local attractions and theme parks
Credit Union
Fitness Center
Barbershop
NASA Exchanges
Flexible Schedule and Telework
At Amentum, we value your time and commitment. Here at Kennedy Space Center, we offer partial telework options and flexible work schedules for many of our positions. The ability to utilize a flex schedule or telework will depend on your department's demands and needs.
