Federal Project Director

Department of Energy Headquarters • Full-time • Newport News, Virginia • $127.65k - $195.19k / year • 1d ago

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Open: September 11, 2026 — Closes: September 21, 2026

Summary

This position is part of the Office of Science - Thomas Jefferson Site Office, Department of Energy. As a Federal Project Director, you will serve as the senior Federal Project Director (FPD) and ultimate Thomas Jefferson Site Office (TJSO) authority, providing executive-level leadership, strategic direction, and final programmatic accountability for a landmark federal scientific research portfolio valued in excess of $1.1 billion.

Major Duties

The Department of Energy's mission is to ensure America's security and prosperity by addressing its energy, environmental and nuclear challenges through transformative science and technology solutions. The Office of Science - Thomas Jefferson Site Office represents the Department of Energy (DOE) in conducting business with SURATech, LLC and others at the Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility. We are truly honored that DOE has been named America's #1 Best Employer for Veterans in 2023 by Forbes-not only among Government agencies, but among employers across the U.S. We are so proud of this ranking which reflects our commitment to the employment of veterans. As so many veterans at DOE renew their service to our Nation, we are deeply committed to their success and advancement. Veterans shape the future of energy As an Federal Project Director, you will: Direct executive-level strategic execution and operational oversight for major organizational scientific and infrastructure programs. Serve as an authoritative technical expert in general engineering and physical sciences to advise executive agency leadership. Evaluate program performance metrics, Earned Value Management Systems, and project risks to determine corrective action plans. Formulate, review, and defend organizational baseline budget requests to senior departmental officials. Champion the integration of sensitive and complex international, state and multi-laboratory partnerships, guiding projects through baselining and execution phases. Enforce compliance with Federal acquisition rules, Critical Decision milestone reviews, quality standards, and environmental safety regulations.