BAE Systems, one of the world's largest defense contractors and a stable Fortune 500 Company, is hiring a Modernization Infrastructure Project Manager.
Responsibilities:
- Works with subcontractors, in-house engineers, procurement and teammates within the Program Management group to ensure projects are on schedule, on budget and executed safely.
- Report to the Radford Modernization Lead Program Manager and be responsible for the execution of various projects at the Radford Army Ammunition Plant (RFAAP).
- Solve complex technical problems by providing leadership for developing project plans and their implementation.
- Communicate summaries and recommendations to the Radford Modernization Lead Program Manager based on assessment program issues.
- Determine project risks and coordinates appropriate mitigation activities.
- Provide input to the program with regards to the impact of Risks and Opportunities on the schedule.
- Prepare proposals, cost estimates, and establish budgets for various programs.
- Proposal Development: Responsibility for leading a team through proposal development of various programs in a manner to create a winning solution for the US Government and BAE.
- Project Management: Responsibility for executing programs and leading the required team through all aspects of execution from proposal through commissioning and turn over to production.
- Risk / Opportunity Management: Responsible for Risk / Opportunity Identification, assessment, mitigation, and tracking.
- Management Meetings.
- Assists the Radford Modernization Lead Program Manager in upper management meetings and in customer briefings/presentations.
- Projects Monitoring.
Monitors and reports on the program in the following project management areas:
o Project Integration
o Scope Management
o Time Management (schedules)
o Cost Management
o Quality Management
o Communications Management
o Construction Progress / Construction Monitoring
o Customer Relations Management
o RFAAP Production Coordination
o RFAAP Support Groups (Safety, Environmental, Security, etc.) Coordination
o Projects Reporting. Provides regular reports to the Radford Modernization Lead Program Manager
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
- BS Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or Business Management with 6+ years of experience or equivalent education/experience
- Experience managing programs and working with technical documentation including proposals.
- Proficient with MS Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Project.
- Experience working with subcontractors for a variety of construction and skilled trades.
- Experience creating and managing project schedules and project budget / financing.
- Experience in creating proposals and construction estimates.
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
- Experience as a manager on design and engineering, design-build, construction, engineer-procure-construct (EPC) projects.
- Certification as a Project Management Professional (PMP) by the Project Management Institute (PMI), PMBOK training or equivalent.
- Experience working on government contracts, ideally projects for the US Department of Defense.
- Experience working industrial, chemical or oil and gas industry, strong financial background, Earned Value Management (EVM), AutoCAD, Microsoft Project, GIS, BlueBeam and chemical manufacturing industry experience
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $107359 - $182510
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 Platforms & Services
BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.
Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
Skills Required
- BS Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or Business Management with 6+ years of experience or equivalent education/experience
- Experience managing programs and working with technical documentation including proposals
- Proficient with MS Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Project
- Experience working with subcontractors for a variety of construction and skilled trades
- Experience creating and managing project schedules and project budget / financing
- Experience in creating proposals and construction estimates
- Experience as a manager on design and engineering, design-build, construction, engineer-procure-construct (EPC) projects
- Certification as a Project Management Professional (PMP) by PMI, PMBOK training or equivalent
- Experience working on government contracts, ideally projects for the US Department of Defense
- Experience in industrial, chemical or oil and gas industry; strong financial background; Earned Value Management (EVM)
- Familiarity with AutoCAD
- Familiarity with GIS
- Familiarity with BlueBeam
- Chemical manufacturing industry experience
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision coverage is presented as comprehensive, paired with an EAP, fertility and transgender care options, and HSA‑compatible plans that can include employer contributions with coverage starting on day one in some cases. These resources are reinforced by wellness tools and immediate eligibility noted on official benefits materials.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) savings plan is broadly available, with employer matching and other contributions that vary by business unit, and some U.S. employee groups retain pension arrangements. Company‑paid basic life insurance equal to 2x base salary (up to $1M) further strengthens financial security.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave (e.g., 160 hours for full‑time employees) sits alongside adoption and surrogacy reimbursement and Bright Horizons backup child and elder care. These benefits help reduce care gaps and complement PTO and applicable state programs.
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We believe your career should be filled with innovation and discovery. And that's exactly what you'll find at BAE Systems. As you work to develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills and expand knowledge. On a sharp and collaborative team, you will be challenged – and supported – at every turn.
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