Business Operations Manager

Amentum is seeking an experienced Business Operations Manager to lead and oversee critical business functions supporting our Secure Design, Engineering, and Construction Business Group, which provides vital services to U.S. Government programs both within the Continental United States (CONUS) and outside (OCONUS). This position will lead all support elements of the business group to include finance, accounting, procurement systems, and operational controls while ensuring all deliverables meet contractual and operational standards. This role requires a dynamic professional deeply versed in federal contracting, financial management, and leadership.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Leadership and Team Management:
  • Provide direct management and leadership to the Finance, Accounting, and Procurement team, ensuring operational alignment with organizational goals.
  • Foster team development through mentorship, clear work allocation, training, and development opportunities while establishing performance metrics to drive results.
• Financial Oversight:
  • Lead finance and procurement processes covering program control areas including budgeting, forecasting, reporting, sales, indirect rate management, cash flow, and Days Sales Outstanding (DSO).
  • Oversee project accounting, Accounts Receivable/Accounts Payable (AR/AP), pricing, and project controls for complex projects.
  • Manage and ensure Program Revenue Recognition and development of Project Estimates at Completion (EAC) in compliance with company policy.
• Operational Excellence:
  • Develop and oversee program support processes, ensuring contract compliance, system functionality, and seamless integration of procurement and finance systems.
  • Implement tools and systems to deliver critical operational and financial insights to team members, leadership, and government clients.
  • Take ownership of cash flow forecasting and program pricing strategies while supporting program managers in budgeting and long-term planning.
  • Establish and promote problem-solving frameworks within the team to overcome program and operational challenges effectively.
• Client and Customer Engagement:
  • Working with the group Sr. Program Manager, Program Managers, and Project Managers, partner directly with government clients to provide timely responses and maintain strong communication regarding forecasting, invoicing, program requirements, and deliverables.
  • Represent the company to customers, ensuring high service quality through proactive needs assessments and responsiveness.
• Compliance and Quality Assurance:
  • Ensure compliance with site-specific environmental, health, and safety guidelines and practices to protect personnel and project sites.
  • Monitor contracts and related systems to maintain high operational and financial standards.
• Performance Monitoring:
  • Regularly analyze and enhance program metrics, including contractual, financial, accounting, and procurement processes, to improve operational efficiency, ensure quality, and maximize cost-effectiveness.
  • Oversee regular review and reporting on the status of projects, providing periodic updates on financial performance, risk mitigation, and operational progress.
• Additional Duties:
  • Ensure responsiveness to the needs of the program, customer, and corporate leadership.
  • Perform additional duties as directed, aligning with organizational priorities and operational goals.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Experience:
  • 5+ years' experience in U.S. government defense contracting specializing in design construction, with a demonstrated understanding of compliance, contract management, and financial/budget oversight.
  • Proven experience representing a company directly with government customers, including the ability to communicate program/financial status clearly and effectively.
  • Strong expertise in budgets, project estimates, resource allocations, and revenue recognition.
• Skills:
  • Ability to define problems thoroughly, collect data, analyze information, identify trends, and propose effective solutions.
  • Robust understanding of strategic planning, resource allocation, service delivery, and team coordination.
  • Strong foundation in customer service best practices, quality standards, and working directly with clients to exceed expectations.
  • Exceptional organizational, time management, analytical, and communication skills.
  • Proficiency in project management and financial tools, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, Project, and PowerPoint.
• Clearance Requirement: Active TS or higher

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• 10+ years' experience in U.S. Government contracting specializing in construction.
• High proficiency in advanced Excel functionalities and data analysis.
• Experience developing problem-solving mechanisms tailored to government programs and high-security environments.
• Experience with Primavera P6 for scheduling and schedule of values invoicing.

This Role Offers You:

• The opportunity to lead operations for highly specialized and secure design, engineering, and construction programs for U.S. federal government customers.
• Exposure to fast-paced, dynamic projects in diverse global settings (CONUS & OCONUS).
• A chance to mentor and develop a high-performing finance, accounting, and procurement team.
• The ability to make a tangible impact on mission-critical projects through operational efficiency, exceptional service delivery, and innovative solutions.

Join Amentum in this rewarding leadership role as a Business Operations Manager where your expertise in business processes and government contracting is critical to the success of secure projects worldwide!

Compensation Details:

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off and holidays

• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

• Educational reimbursement

• Parental leave

• Employee stock purchase plan

• Tax-saving options

• Disability and life insurance

• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed,  marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.