Project Manager – Oak Ridge, TN

The Opportunity

Tetra Tech is adding a Project Manager to manage projects related to project coordination and field support services. This role will be responsible for overseeing project coordination, work planning, work control facilitation, communication management, and action status tracking.

The ideal candidate will have the ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment while maintaining a professional attitude and demeanor. A general knowledge of nuclear materials operations and activities performed at DOE/NNSA national laboratories and sites is essential.

Why Tetra Tech

At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world’s most complex challenges.Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world.For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability.Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development.Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.

Your Impact

Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference.Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

Your Role

• Manage all aspects of project coordination, including planning, scheduling, and tracking project progress to ensure timely and successful completion.
• Develop work plans, control procedures, and facilitate the execution of project tasks, ensuring compliance with established safety and operational protocols.
• Serve as the primary point of contact between stakeholders, team members, and clients. Facilitate clear and effective communication throughout the project lifecycle.
• Monitor project actions, track status updates, and provide regular reports to management and stakeholders on project progress, risks, and issues.
• Establish and maintain positive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including DOE/NNSA personnel, to ensure alignment and cooperation.
• Identify project challenges and implement effective solutions to mitigate risks and resolve issues in a timely manner.
• Ensure all project activities adhere to safety and regulatory standards, particularly those related to DOE/NNSA requirements.
  
  

Qualifications

• Minimum of a B.S. degree in Management, Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 3-5 years of experience working with DOE/NNSA programs and sites. A background in Program Management and business development is preferred.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in office software programs and systems (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite).
• Ability to manage multiple programs and personnel simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Knowledge of nuclear materials operations at DOE/NNSA national laboratories and sites.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record without restrictions
  
  

Desired Qualifications

• Familiarity with DOE/NNSA operational standards and procedures.
• Experience in a high-pressure environment with tight deadlines.
• Ability to maintain a professional demeanor and attitude at all times.
  
  

Security Clearance: Must have or be capable of obtaining a DOE Q-clearance.

Life At Tetra Tech

• The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:
• Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
• Merit-based financial rewards.
• Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
• Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
• Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.
  
  

A pre-employment drug screen in compliance with federal regulations is required, along with a physical if needed.

At Tetra Tech, health and safety play a vital role in our success. Tetra Tech’s employees work together to comply with all applicable health & safety practices and protocols, including public health orders and regulations that are mandated by local, state, provincial, federal, international authorities, and clients.

About Tetra Tech

Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science ® to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.

Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.

We invite applications from all interested parties.

Explore our open positions at https://www.tetratech.com/careers . Follow us on social media to learn more about our people, culture, and opportunities:

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Additional Information

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