Senior Project Manager 1 / Engineer

What you will do at ARA:

At ARA, you will be a part of team that conducts applied research, testing, and engineering. You will help conceive solutions, provide vision for new and ongoing programs, oversee the execution of interesting projects, work with our talented engineers and technicians, and help shape the future of technology. As a part of the ARA-Ohmsett team, you will:

• Manage the budget, schedule, staffing, and technical execution of projects for Ohmsett facility users.
• Emphasize technical excellence in project execution to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Support and/or lead equipment testing, evaluation, and client training projects.
• Have daily interactions with other employees and subcontractors to assure project requirements are being met in accordance with statements of work and contractual requirements.
• Ensure all data (reports, test data) and hardware deliverables (equipment fabrication, replacement, or repair) meet quality standards.
• Work with ARA contract administrators to define project requirements, negotiate contracts and contract changes, establish operating budgets, and identify financial terms & conditions of contracts.
• Prepare proposals and cost estimates in line with ARA’s policies and procedures and contract requirements.
• Coordinate and communicate with others on joint proposals.
• Understand, execute, and enforce all ARA and division-specific policies and procedures, including time reporting, travel, and purchasing.

Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) is seeking a Senior Project Manager with an engineering degree for “Ohmsett, the National Oil Spill Response Research & Renewable Energy Test Facility” in Leonardo, New Jersey. Ohmsett is a unique facility focused on research, testing, and training in the areas of marine oil spill response and marine renewable energy. This position is on-site (at the Naval Weapons Station Earle Waterfront facility in Leonardo, NJ) with potential travel to other ARA facilities or relevant conferences. Candidates with experience in the design and fabrication/construction in the context of R&D test facilities are encouraged to apply for this position to become a key member of our amazing team.

As an ARA Project Manager, you will work closely with ARA’s scientists, engineers, subcontractors, and Government clients to assure that project goals are met. You will lead, manage, and track progress of a wide range of interesting projects including construction/facilities maintenance and improvement, specialized equipment operation & training, and support of innovative research & development (R&D) efforts. As a part of the Ohmsett team, you will help provide vision for and solutions to problems of national importance. You will contribute to the development of technologies that are tested in a large outdoor wave tank or in other testing facilities at Ohmsett. By participating in or leading project planning and execution, you will help define the program vision, and help the team to deliver high quality project results that are accomplished within budget and time constraints.

About ARA and Ohmsett:

ARA is a 100% employee-owned company with over 2100 employees working at locations across the nation. We pride ourselves on solving some of toughest problems for our clients, performing engineering and science that matters, creating exciting new technologies and solutions, and making the world a safer place. As employee-owners, we receive a comprehensive benefits package including competitive salary, health, dental, personal leave, holiday leave, 401k contributions and Employee Stock Ownership contributions. As employee-owners, we are all excited and motivated to see ARA succeed and help our clients succeed.

ARA’s Ohmsett team is based in Leonardo, NJ and includes a staff of passionate, dedicated, and dynamic engineering and research experts that operate and conduct tests and training events in one of the world’s largest outdoor saltwater wave tank facilities. ARA’s Ohmsett Team is committed to:

• Providing excellent service to the global oil spill response community and the marine renewable energy industry
• Operating and maintaining a valuable US government facility
• Enhancing Ohmsett’s reputation as a globally recognized International Center of Excellence for Oil Spill Response and Marine Renewable Energy

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering (mechanical, electrical, industrial, or similar)
• 10 or more years of relevant experience in Engineering Project Management
• Positive presence in front of customers
• Demonstrated leadership experience (project and/or prior management experience)
• Demonstrated expertise in your specific engineering discipline
• Proficiency in MS Excel, MS Project, technical writing, and oral presentations
• U.S. Citizen and ability to obtain and maintain a Government-¬issued Common Access Card (CAC)

Preferred Qualifications for Career Advancement

• Advanced degree in an engineering or science field
• Professional Engineer license
• Specialized training is preferred
• Experience with US Navy or US Coast Guard missions as they may relate to Ohmsett
• Previous management/leadership experience
• Demonstrated technical excellence
• Demonstrated business acumen