Program Manager (Hanford General Support Services)

TL;DR

Program Manager (Hanford General Support Services): Leading the General Support Services contract for the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Hanford Field Office with an accent on program delivery, regulatory compliance, and multidisciplinary team coordination. Focus on managing complex technical and administrative support functions, ensuring alignment with DOE mission objectives, and maintaining rigorous safety and security standards.

Location: Must be based in or able to work on-site at the Hanford Field Office in Richland, WA (Hybrid role).

Company

Salas O’Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm providing integrated consulting and technical solutions across diverse industries including energy, infrastructure, and science.

What you will do

• Serve as the primary point of contact between DOE leadership and the contractor organization.
• Lead program planning, execution, and integration of multidisciplinary technical and administrative teams.
• Oversee project schedules, cost estimating, risk management, and earned value management (EVM).
• Ensure full compliance with Federal, DOE, and contract-specific safety and security regulations.
• Manage staffing levels and provide mentorship and performance management for assigned personnel.
• Prepare and deliver high-level briefings and reports to DOE stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, or Business Administration required.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in program or project management within DOE, Federal, or large-scale technical environments.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE security clearance.
• Expertise in acquisition, budget, and contract management within a Federal context.
• Strong understanding of environmental cleanup, nuclear operations, and compliance oversight.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to synthesize complex information for diverse audiences.

Nice to have

• Master’s degree in a related field.
• PMP or equivalent professional certification.
• DOE or Federal facility management certifications.

Culture & Benefits

• Employee-owned firm with a focus on sustainable impact and long-term career growth.
• People-first approach to problem-solving and professional development.
• Opportunities to work on high-impact projects within the nuclear and infrastructure sectors.
• Comprehensive total rewards package.