Job Information
Akima Business Manager in Oak Ridge, Tennessee
Overview
Work Where it Matters
Akima Systems Engineering (ASE), an Akima company, is not just another federal systems support contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.
At ASE, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.
For our shareholders , ASE provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.
For our government customers , ASE delivers solutions in maritime IT, systems engineering, and integration across the Department of Defense and stands ready to help improve operational performance at a reasonable and sustainable cost.
As an ASE employee , you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.
Job Summary:
ASE is looking for a Business Manager to work in Oak Ridge, TN.
Responsibilities
Job Responsibilities:
Responsible for coordinating and managing program business operations (financial, invoices subcontracts and interfacing w back-office functions).
Reports to the Program Manager and, in the Program Manager’s absence, serves as the alternate single point of contact for the delivery of contract- and task order-level requirements and services.
Serves as the central point of contact for the contracting office and subcontractors (teaming partners) to fulfill the contract’s business and financial requirements.
Works with the Program manager to track and report on contract and task order status.
Helps ensure adherence to contract requirements, including the delivery of services in accordance with the Performance Work Statement (PWS), Departmental Directives, Federal and State Regulations and to technical specifications, schedule, cost, and financial performance.
Supports the management and monitoring of program activities to ensure that the delivery of services and outcomes are technically adequate and align with customer expectations.
Supports preparation of task order responses.
Supports oversight of project execution, progress, and delivery of timely, quality services and products.
Prepares reports and support presentations to reflect overall program status, cost and funding issues, and staffing status.
Monitors task order activities, cost, and schedule.
Coordinates with the Program Manager to ensure services, deliverables, and outcomes comply with PWS requirements, approved plans, and customer expectations.
Monitors and manages staffing requirements for all task orders.
Serves as primary interface for the company’s recruiting team and subcontractors (teaming partners) for recruiting, hiring, and onboarding of personnel for new requirements
Business Manager has primary responsibility for managing and coordinating with subcontractors to ensure compliance with all contract requirements, including timekeeping, invoicing, and travel management.
Serves as the primary point of contact for employee interaction with the program office and corporate human resources.
Leads coordination and communication on employee performance and the resolution of disciplinary problems as they arise. Works with the Program Manager to develop individual training and certification plans to ensure program employees have and maintain required security clearances and professional competencies required by the contract or task order.
Supports the identification and mitigation of risks associated with program execution.
Monitors task order performance to help ensure that services and work products delivered by program personnel meet the highest quality standards, client expectations, and contractual obligations.
Tracks program budgets, expenses, and financial performance.
Prepares program deliverables, including Monthly Status/Financial Reports.
Supports the implementation and monitoring of safety plan compliant with customer standards and individual site plans to accomplish DOE program objectives and ensure worker safety.
Verifies that relevant nuclear and environmental regulations and requirements are integrated into work plans to protect personnel, facilities, and the environment.
Supports monitor and reporting on environment, safety, and health issues.
Supports the monitoring and management of security clearance status of program employees.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
At least, 8 years of business or program management experience.
5 years’ experience supporting Department of Energy (DOE) programs.
5 years’ experience managing financial and invoicing in a complex program with multiple customers.
3 years’ experience managing a contract/program team consisting of 5 or more subcontractors.
Demonstrated experience managing programs with multiple, concurrent task orders performed in geographically dispersed locations (preferred).
Knowledge of and experience delivering/managing environmental management technical and consulting services (preferred).
Knowledge of DOE Environmental Management policy and compliance requirements (preferred).
Must have a Bachelor's degree (Environmental Management or related science discipline) or Business Management).
Must have Active "Q” clearance.
We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability, or have known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us at job-assist@akima.com or 571-353-7053 (information about job applications status is not available at this contact information).
Job: Health, Safety & Environmental
Travel: Yes, 25% of the time
Organization: ASE - Akima Systems Engineering
Clearance: DOE Q
Work Type: Remote
Remote: Yes
ReqID: 2024-9034