Capital Project Site Manager – Canal St. (Hybrid)

Job Description

We are seeking a facilities program manager with a proven track record of collaboration and partnership while driving a portfolio of assigned projects to completion while meeting the needs of the site leadership team and programs. This role encompasses a blend of cross-functional engagement with key site and business area leadership to ensure facilities capital projects are executed to meet the unique needs of the funding organization and the site as a whole. This role will be responsible for ensuring the schedule and budget of each project is aligned to the business area and facility’s needs, and will work to understand the interdependencies between all of the projects being executed at the site. The manager will support strategic project planning and development, bolster business area engagement, and collaborate across multiple departments to drive alignment on project designs and execution. The manager will be responsible for allocating the appropriate resources to drive projects to completion, and will work collaboratively to identify creative solutions to mitigating project risks and road blocks. This position will be responsible for the overall project portfolio at our downtown Nashua, New Hampshire location. Because this role involves a combination of collaborative/in-person and independent work, it will take the form of a hybrid work format, with time split between working onsite and remotely.

Job Description

• Lead and develop team of approximately four project managers and engineers who will develop and manage the scope, budget, design and schedule of multiple plant rearrangement and production equipment installation projects, from cradle to grave. Responsibilities include project planning, design, bidding work to general contractors, building/executing, leadership briefings, Life Cycle Management (LCM) competency and closing out the project. Projects can range from $5,000 to over $50 million.
• Coordinate regularly with site leadership and functional stake holders to ensure projects include all aspects of site facilities needs throughout the process, from project initiation to close out. Projects should address the site needs for sustainable design, NetZero goals, infrastructure systems commissioning and total cost of ownership.
• Manage the portfolio financial budgets and track costs as they are incurred throughout the project lifecycle. Provide accurate and timely cost and schedule tracking to all project stakeholders. Prepare spending forecasts, establish budgets, approve invoices, and manage change orders.
• Report to the Facilities Engineering Director with monthly status updates of the portfolio to include, projects initiated and closed out, as well as financial and schedule status on active projects. Create executive summaries and brief site and business area leadership as required on specific issues and the status of ongoing projects.
• Collaborate across multiple functions to drive alignment to current and future project plans, designs, budgets, and schedules in an effort to ensure priorities and results are achieved. Ensure that future operational requirements are well understood and incorporated into the appropriate capital planning activities.
• Drive continuous improvements both at the site level and in coordination with other sites at the ES level, to include both process and tools. Engage with Lean Six Sigma recommendations to improve the delivery model.
• At the direction of the facilities engineering director, manage assigned strategic facilities capital projects.
• Collaborate with Plant Engineering to conduct major facility studies covering such recurring subjects as five (5) year plans, total energy generation, facility containment/contingency programs, building management systems, major material and vendor studies, etc.
• Assure Company compliance with all federal, state and applicable local codes such as Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), National Fire Prevention Association (NFPA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), etc.
• Provide an interface with external suppliers and contractors in order to assure acceptable, cost-effective and schedule minded construction programs.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as requested.
• Benefits of Working at BAE Systems
• Work schedules that allow you to flex time over a two-week pay period to attend to non-work related appointments and schedule conflicts
• Hybrid work models that offer the flexibility to work from home select days of the week
• Various outreach and multicultural groups that are all part of a well-established employee resource group that is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment for all employees
• 9/80 work schedule. Every other weekend is a 3-day weekend with an off-Friday.
• Competitive tuition reimbursement benefits for both undergraduate and graduate degree pursuits. BAE Systems will reimburse up to $12,000 annually for approved undergraduate degree programs, and $15,000 annually for approved graduate degree programs
• Robust and competitive medical and retirement benefit options to select from
• Innovative and rewarding career opportunities

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in mechanical, electrical, civil, construction management or related technical discipline.
• 6-8 years of project management experience or related experience in facilities management/operations.
• Demonstrated partnership and collaboration skills across the business units and functions
• Thorough understanding of the capital planning and project execution process from planning and budgeting through design, funding, procurement, construction, and close-out
• Leadership experience communicating with customers, employees, and contractors with emphasis on conflict resolution.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite including Outlook, Word, Excel, Project, Power Point
• Working knowledge of building infrastructure and support systems including HVAC, plumbing, electrical distribution, and fire protection systems.
• Experience with software solutions like Tririga, Maximo, ProCore, e-Builder, etc.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Experience in execution of large-scale, multi-year capital infrastructure projects
• Master’s degree in a business, finance, project management, risk management, or similar discipline.
• Demonstrated success developing direct reports through effective leadership and the setting of realistic and challenging goals
• Experience with project management software solutions, specifically ones tailored to construction management such as ProCore, Newforma, or e-builder
• Experience with construction and renovation projects within the aerospace and defense industry requiring adherence to specific ICDs and DoD construction standards
• Working knowledge of SAP-F & SCIF infrastructure requirements
• Proficiency with construction design software solutions such as AutoCAD, Revit, and BlueBeam Revu
• Working knowledge and understanding of building codes, specifically as they relate to the NEC, NFPA, and all state and federal regulations.
• Life Cycle Management (LCM) Process
• Project Management Professional Certification, PMP

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $130355 – $221603

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

About BAE Systems Electronic Systems

BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems’ game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere – from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact – for our customers and the communities we serve.

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