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Banda Group International (BGI) is an employee-owned provider of environmental safety, security, technical, and project management services to government and private-sector clients worldwide. Founded on the principles of environmental, health, and safety (EH&S), BGI values excellence, collaboration, and service. We seek talented individuals who share our values and want to grow with us.
The Project Manager is responsible for supporting LANL's ERP Modernization effort, specifically within the supply chain and manufacturing workstream. This role plans, coordinates, and manages project activities throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring deliverables are completed within scope, schedule, and budget. Working under the guidance of the Program Manager, the Project Manager serves as a primary point of coordination between business, IT, supply chain, manufacturing, and vendor teams. The position requires strong project management, organizational, and communication skills, along with experience managing project controls, schedules, budgets, risks, and stakeholder expectations. This is a hybrid position requiring regular onsite presence in Los Alamos or Santa Fe, New Mexico, approximately once per week. Local candidates are preferred.
Plan, organize, coordinate, and manage supply chain and manufacturing projects throughout the full project lifecycle.
Lead cross-functional project teams and coordinate activities across business, IT, technical, and vendor organizations.
Develop and maintain project charters, project management plans, schedules, budgets, and technical documentation.
Monitor project performance against scope, schedule, and budget; identify variances and implement corrective actions.
Manage project risks, issues, dependencies, and resource requirements, escalating program-level concerns as needed.
Support project controls, cost estimating, cost analysis, and schedule management.
Apply Earned Value Management System (EVMS) tools and processes to monitor project performance.
Coordinate project readiness, operational transitions, and transfer of operations and maintenance activities at project completion.
Partner with business owners, functional subject matter experts, and technical teams to establish expectations and resolve issues.
Prepare and deliver project status reports, presentations, and performance updates to program leadership and stakeholders.
Translate technical and project management concepts for both technical and non-technical audiences.
Support project governance, resource planning, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Recognized degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, a scientific or technical discipline, or specialized project management education, with approximately ten years of relevant experience; equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
At least five years of experience in engineering, procurement, construction, or a related technical function.
Extensive knowledge of project management principles, methodologies, tools, and techniques.
Demonstrated experience managing project scope, schedules, budgets, resources, and performance.
Knowledge of project controls, cost estimating, cost management, and schedule analysis.
Familiarity with EVMS tools and processes.
Experience developing project plans, charters, technical documentation, and detailed status reports.
Strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, and conflict-resolution skills.
Ability to manage competing priorities, work independently, and operate with limited direction.
Proficiency with project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Jira, or equivalent.
Ability to communicate effectively with technical teams, business stakeholders, vendors, and senior leadership.
Experience supporting ERP modernization, enterprise systems, or large-scale IT transformation projects.
Knowledge of supply chain, manufacturing, and related business processes.
Experience working in hybrid Agile and Waterfall project environments.
PMP, Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), SAFe, or equivalent project management certification.
Experience in government, DOE, federal agency, or other regulated environments.
Experience managing Control Accounts or serving as a Control Account Manager (CAM).
Strong technical writing, editing, and presentation development experience.
DOE Q clearance or eligibility to obtain one.
Engagement: Contract position.
Duration: Initial six-month contract with potential for extension.
Location: Hybrid, with approximately one onsite day per week in Los Alamos or Santa Fe, New Mexico.
Preference: Local candidates able to accommodate periodic onsite requirements.
BGI offers a competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits for eligible full-time employees, in accordance with plan documents. Benefits eligibility may vary based on contract employment status.
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
100% employer-paid dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability insurance.
PPO or HDHP medical plan options.
Employer HSA contributions.
Accident, critical illness, and voluntary life insurance.
Generous PTO and 11 paid holidays annually.
401(k) with safe harbor program and up to 4% dollar-for-dollar match.
$1,500 annual professional development reimbursement.
Corporate gym membership rates at Orangetheory Fitness.
Military leave program and team-building events.
Interested candidates who meet the qualifications should submit a resume, cover letter, and salary expectations through the [APPLICATION] portal.
BGI is committed to hiring veterans and those who have sacrificed for our country. Bring your skills, forge a new path with the BGI family, and continue the bonds of service with fellow veterans.
BGI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We value diversity and inclusion and strive to recruit, develop, and retain talented individuals from diverse backgrounds.