Battelle delivers when others can’t. We conduct research and development, manage national laboratories, design and manufacture products and deliver critical services for our clients—whether they are a multi-national corporation, a small start-up or a government agency.

 

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply. 

Job Summary

Battelle’s Advanced Materials & Explosives business unit is a multi-disciplinary group of material scientists, engineers, chemists, and physicists developing innovative product solutions for our commercial and government clients. This position is responsible for cost, schedule, and performance to meet client expectations and contract requirements of moderately complex government and commercial projects for our Advanced Materials team. This position is located on-site in Columbus, OH. 

Responsibilities

The Project Manager (PM) will plan, lead, and manage projects, working in partnership with the Principal Investigator and  project team members. The PM coordinates regular communication of project technical and programmatic status with the external client. They status project tasks against established performance metrics beginning with assigning resources, delegating tasks, and monitoring the work efforts of technical staff. The PM works closely with business development staff and leads proposal development efforts for materials-related projects. The PM:

 

Defines project requirements and identifies all elements of cost, schedule and technical performance. Develops the Work Breakdown Structure to a level sufficient to identify all the work required for task or project completion. Serves as point of contact for both scientific and financial discussions with clients. Establishes and maintains client relationships.Hosts client visits and is adept at facilitating virtual meetings. Assigns work to team members. Assesses the impact of scope, schedule and budget change requests and takes requisite action. Ensures that the task is maintained within the scope, budget, and schedule of the baseline agreement.Works with management and PM Leadership to lead proposal efforts, describing the problem to be solved, the proposed solution approach and associated client benefits.Has a working knowledge of contractual issues relative to the task being managed relevant to scope of the work, deliverables required, and their scheduling.Prepares and makes presentations to internal management and to external customers to provide reviews and updates on technical status, cost, and schedule.Has a basic understanding of risk management fundamentals and terminology. Applies processes and procedures to identify, analyze, classify and mitigate the prioritized project risks.Stays abreast of and executes Project Management best practices (e.g., Earned Value Management). Understands and executes relevant Quality System requirements such as Project Management Plans, data management, and procurement. Maintains a basic understanding of and ensures compliance with applicable government and industry regulations.Experience applying fundamental project management practices and techniques to manage technical projects related to advanced materials development and/or product development.Independent thought and ability to identify and resolve problems associated with the development and implementation of complex projects and programs.Understanding of project accounting practices to support financial and procurement management.Ability to plan and organize tasks with attention to detail.Flexibility and agility to adapt to change while maintaining quality delivery to stakeholders.Excellent verbal and written communication skills for internal and external stakeholders. 

 
 

 

Responsibilities Collaborates with the Business Development staff to establish overall proposal strategies and themes which clearly differentiates Battelle from other potential providers of service. Coordinates the selection of proposal team member organizations (strategic partners, sub-contractors, universities, divisions, etc) and the efforts of the proposal team to formulate an offering that persuasively presents the project approach that meets the client needs and documents the value created for the client by this approach at a competitive price. Impacts contract negotiation activities and has a strong working knowledge of contractual issues relative to the project being managed relevant to scope of the work and scheduling and subcontracts.   Prepares and presents presentations to internal management and to external customers to provide reviews and updates on technical aspects, cost, and schedule.Directs project risk planning.  Applies processes and procedures to identify, analyze, classify, prioritize and manage program risks to formulate a risk management plan that assigns responsibility, determines approaches and specifies mitigation approaches and contingencies in the risk management process.  Integrates safety policies and regulations into the project plan. Directs the process of early identification, analysis, reduction or elimination of hazards. Directs development of program safety measures and implementation of standard workplace safety practices, to mitigate injuries and foster a healthy work environment for staff. Stays abreast of Project Management best practices. Knows, understands and applies Battelle processes and procedures. Implements Project Management best practices and management policies. Understands, embraces and executes relevant Quality Systems and applicable industry regulations. Maintains a thorough understanding of and ensures compliance with applicable government and industry regulations.   Key Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Material Science, Chemical Engineering, Polymer Science, or related technical field.Three years’ task management experience for Advanced Materials in an applied or industrial environment.Exposure to work plan development.Knowledge and understanding of project schedules and budgets.Sufficient communication skills to effectively interact with senior management and scientific staff internally and within client organizations, subcontractors, and consulting forums.Must be a US Citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD clearance.

 

Preferred Qualifications Advanced degree (MS, PhD, MBA) in engineering or business/management.Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.History of taking new products or new materials through commercialization.

Benefits: Live an Extraordinary Life
We care about your well-being, not just on the job. Battelle offers comprehensive and competitive benefits to help you live your best life.

Balance life through a compressed work schedule: Most of our team follows a flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off—giving you a dedicated day to accomplish things in your personal life without using vacation time.Take time to recharge: You get paid time off to support work-life balance and keep motivated.Prioritize wellness: Stay healthy with medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives and benefits plus a variety of optional supplemental benefits.Better together: Coverage for partners, gender-affirming care and health support, and family formation support.Build your financial future: Build financial stability with an industry-leading 401(k) retirement savings plan. For most employees, we put in 5 percent whether you contribute or not, and match your contributions on top of that. Advance your education: Tuition assistance is available to pursue higher education.Flexible work arrangements: You have options for where you work and when you work.

 
A Work Environment Where You Succeed
For brilliant minds in science, technology, engineering and business operations, Battelle is the place to do the greatest good by solving humanity’s most pressing challenges and creating a safer, healthier and more secure world.
 
You will have the opportunity to thrive in a culture that inspires you to:

Apply your talent to challenging and meaningful projects Receive select funding to pursue ideas in scientific and technological discoveryCollaborate with world-class experts in an inclusive environmentNurture and develop the next generation of scientific leadersGive back to and improve our communities

Vaccinations & Safety Protocols

Battelle may require employees, based on job duties, work location, and/or its clients’ requirements to follow certain safety protocols and to be vaccinated against a variety of viruses, bacteria, and diseases as a condition of employment and continued employment and to provide documentation that they are fully vaccinated. If applicable, Battelle will provide reasonable accommodations based on a qualified disability or medical condition through the Americans with Disabilities Act or the Rehabilitation Act or for a sincerely held religious belief under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (and related state laws).

Battelle is an equal opportunity employer.  We provide employment and opportunities for advancement, compensation, training, and growth according to individual merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, genetic information, disability, veteran-status veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable Federal, state, or local law. Our goal is for each staff member to have the opportunity to grow to the limits of their abilities and to achieve personal and organizational objectives. We will support positive programs for equal treatment of all staff and full utilization of all qualified employees at all levels within Battelle.

The above statements are intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, activities and skills required of staff members. No statement herein is intended to imply any authorities to commit Battelle unless special written permission is granted by Battelle's Legal Department.

 

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