Project Support Lead, Research & Special Proj

The Product Support Lead provides oversight, leadership, accountability, and project management functions for various sized projects. These projects require a dedicated Project Support Lead who communicates with the Project Manager, Project Sponsor and Department of Energy (DOE) Customers. These projects will have a 3-year duration and must be on-site, as these are large projects are associated with high-risk elements.

The Product Support Lead will support in the definition and scope of projects to include methods of accomplishing the work, develop schedules and cost baselines. This must include establishing work activities, milestones and schedules, cost estimates and spending profiles in accordance with customer business processes. The Product Support Lead will co-manage the design and construction projects from conception through turnover to operations within the established baseline. Because these projects impact multiple constituents, the Project Support Lead will also identify/work with engineering and project controls team for successful project completion.

The Product Support Lead will assist in leading projects through multiple stage gates & supporting the development of long-range project planning & development, project budgeting, cost controls, project scheduling, operational support, etc. The Project Support Lead will support the full life cycle of projects including multiple project phases and develop deliverables over the duration of the project lifecycle. The Project Support Lead may work with multiple 3rd party vendors such as engineering support, equipment vendors, and other contractors.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Proactively participates in processes and makes recommendations for system refinements within the Project Management Sponsors.
Support Planning Sessions as documentation lead and/or workstream lead.
Provides clear direction on project requirements to meet expectations of customers and business stakeholders.
Interacts through program and/or project updates and reviews with all levels of management.
Drives implementation of projects by establishing strategy, schedules, budgets, and financial analysis.
Drives use of Project Management Methodology throughout projects.
Co-approves team deliverables for project completion.
Co-leads team in risk management approaches and systems.
Makes decisions regarding the appropriate risk when there is substantial project or program impact.
Education, Skills, and Abilities Required Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Masters Degree Preferred)
3-5 Years of experience that includes planning, organizing , performing, supervising, tracking and reporting of projects or equivalent education and similar work experience
PM Certification
Proficient with MS Office Suite to include Primavera.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Adaptability and initiative to manage, and prioritize work related to project and turnaround execution.
Ability to work under pressure in an environment which expects the highest levels of customer services, confidentiality, and ethical behavior.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

Physical Functions: Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
Working Environment: Indoor climate-controlled office environment.

DRG Technical Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on the individual’s actual or perceived disability, protected veteran status, race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, domestic violence victim status, or any other actual or perceived status protected by law.