Contract & Performance Assurance Manager

OVERVIEW
Longenecker & Associates (L&A), supporting the United Cleanup Oak Ridge (UCOR) LLC contract, is in search of a Contract & Performance Assurance (C&PA) Manager, to lead the Contract & Performance Assurance organization. This position reports to the UCOR Director of Mission Assurance and Controls. Within L&A, this position reports to Oak Ridge Clean Up Program Manager. UCOR LLC is the prime contractor for the Department of Energy (DOE)/Environmental Management (EM).
L&A is a woman-owned small business and trusted partner enabling critical missions across the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) complex for more than 30 years. We contribute to DOE’s nuclear security and environmental remediation enterprise by providing the highest-caliber staff and experts.
L&A is unconditionally committed to mission success and the well-being of employees, the nation, and the environment. Our team members are passionate about building a healthier environment for generations to come. As an inclusive community, we effectively interface and communicate with all levels of organizations and government agencies. If you have a passion for excellence, seek opportunities to engage in mission critical work, and consistently exceed expectations, apply now to join our professional family.
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
The C&PAManager leads andsupervises the Performance Assurance team in the development, maintenance, and implementation of UCOR’s contractor assurance system (CAS) programs to ensure compliance with DOE directives and company implementing procedures; and to drive related performance improvement initiatives. This leader directs and oversees CAS program implementation, the development of compliant and effective processes, and the effective execution of the UCOR Management/Self-Assessment Program, Issues Management Program, Lessons Learned/Operating Experience (OPEX) Program, Event Investigation Program, Performance Monitoring and Metrics, Occurrence Reporting, Price-Anderson Amendments Act (PAAA) Nonconformance Tracking System (NTS) Reporting, Requirements Management, Technical Standards Program, and the integration of enterprise risks into applicable CAS program elements. The C&PA Manager ensures training is developed and provided on CAS programs as required.
SPECIFIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Leadership:

• Fosters an inclusive and mutually respectful work environment.
• Leads the development of an organization culture that facilitates performance at exceptional levels and positively reflects L&A and UCOR Values.
• Works closely with the Mission Assurance & Controls Director, Quality Manager, and Enterprise Risk Manager to develop and implement strategies, priorities, and plans; proactively identifies and elevates topics of concern.
• Manages UCOR’s Contract & Performance Assurance team to achieve UCOR’s mission objectives, including the development and management of team member performance.
• Ensures team members are properly trained and qualified to execute responsibilities.
• Effectively uses resources to achieve UCOR objectives.
• Leads and provides CAS expertise and risk informed decision making to achieve effective implementation of UCOR’s contractor and Performance Assurance elements.
• Coordinates, and as needed, leads cross-organizational teams to accomplish team and organization objectives.

Program:

• Establishes and maintains procedures and processes and provides oversight for administration of the UCOR CAS Program, including:
  • Highly effective issues management program
  • Traceable requirements management system and technical standards program
  • Fully integrated assessment program
  • Effective organizational learning and transparent event investigations, lessons learned/operating experience program, occurrence reporting, and PAAA NTS reporting.
  • Development and effective use of key performance indicators, metrics, and reports
• Directs implementation of the UCOR Contractor/Performance Assurance System in compliance with contractual requirements while enabling the UCOR mission.
• Interfaces with various UCOR, DOE-EM, and UCOR contractor stakeholders on CAS/Performance Assurance program and topics.
• Defines and leads implementation of continuous improvement objectives and support assignments.
• Provides policy and process guidance to UCOR organizations regarding mission and contractor assurance planning, execution, risk integration, and control.
• Assists UCOR leaders in developing and implementing effective Performance Assurance strategies and processes within their organizations.
• Develops and administers enterprise-wide training programs and methods to facilitate effective implementation of Contractor/Performance Assurance programs; trains others as needed.
• Coordinates UCOR Assessment Program plans and activities, including external assessments, with external agencies. When appropriate, leads internal assessments.
• Assists in developing performance metrics, management reporting tools and improvement programs to meet contract requirements, and updates programs as requirements and expectations change.
• Perform functions as required during emergency management operations, exercises, and drills.
• Oversees programs to ensure lessons learned are effective, applied, and go beyond sharing lessons.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS