Lead Engineering Project Specialist

Summary Directly assists division management on special assignments and projects involving a wide variety of complex technical or operational improvement functions, and develops, coordinates, and directs the implementation of special technical or operational management initiatives or projects that cross divisions and/or functions... Duties and Responsibilities • Assists and represents divisional management in technical and administrative matters, performing specialized assignments as directed. • Directs and facilitates divisional projects, technical and/or operational efforts that cross divisions/functions, including the application of sound management techniques to reduce costs and improve operations. • Functions as a divisional project lead, which may involve responsibility for coordinating some of the work of specific individuals and providing direction to them in connection with divisional projects that span across divisions. • Coordinates the technical or operational efforts of management, including evaluation of technical or operational objectives and programs to determine compatibility with divisional directives. • Recommends new approaches, policies, and procedures to effect continual improvements within the division in efficiency of services performed. • Utilizes best-practice and innovative processes to define, coordinate, and implement procedural changes to assure cost-effective operations throughout the division. • Negotiates agreements and/or obtains approvals for divisional improvement programs. • Evaluates reports, decisions, and results of functional programs in relation to established goals. • Interacts with divisional management to formulate and implement strategies necessary to meet divisional objectives. • Represents divisional management, as directed, in meetings or appropriate functions. • May act as a direct customer interface on assigned projects. • Develops project plans to identify resources necessary to deliver divisional objectives on schedule and within budget. • Monitors the progress of projects, reports results, and initiates corrective action as required. • May perform other duties as required. • Conducts activities in a safe and healthy manner and works in accordance with established HS&E requirements to ensure the protection of employees, the public, and the environment. • Takes actions necessary to "stop" work when an unsafe condition or action is identified. You Must Have • Bachelor's degree required. • Eight years of experience in a functional role. • Ability obtain and maintain Department of Energy Q-Level Clearance which requires U.S. Citizenship We Value • Prior supervisory and project management experience preferred. • Highly effective organizational, interpersonal, communication, and group leadership skills are required. • Must have effective, proven ability in decision making, problem solving, and influencing others. • Certain positions within this classification may require a particular expertise or knowledge. • Functional expert in a primary specialty with substantial subject matter experience. Additional Information • JOB ID: 1388 • Remote Eligibility: Hybrid • Travel Required: 0-10% • Hourly/Salary: Salary • Relocation Available: Yes