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Open: March 5, 2026 — Closes: March 19, 2026
Summary
The U.S. Department of Energy is seeking a dynamic Senior Executive Service (SES) professional to serve as the Brookhaven Site Office Manager (BHSO) as the Senior Federal Official for the multi-program, contractor-operated, Brookhaven National Laboratory (BNL).
Major Duties
As the Brookhaven Site Office Manager, you will: Establish and communicate DOE requirements and expectations, authorize work, provide funding, review work products, and offer feedback to the M&O contractor, ensuring their adherence to all contractual requirements. Provide direction to the M&O contractor within the scope of work of the performance-based contract and within Departmental funding and program guidance. Develop and maintain an effective working relationship with the Brookhaven National Lab (BNL) M&O contractor, ensuring implementation of best management practices to achieve program, project, and operational goals. Collaborate with M&O contractor management to identify and implement actions that support high-quality science while adhering to relevant laws and regulations. Maintain comprehensive operational awareness of BNL activities and facility conditions, serving as the owner for transactions affecting federal assets. Conduct outreach activities and represent DOE with various government officials, regulatory bodies, and industry leaders to increase stakeholder involvement and public trust; negotiate with other federal agencies to place work or utilize BNL facilities. Maintain a deep understanding of laboratory programs, operations, and performance issues, providing timely feedback to Office of Science management. Lead and manage the on-site Federal workforce, overseeing the Site Office budget and federal business systems to ensure effective and efficient operations.
