Principal Construction Project Manager
Naval Nuclear Laboratory, Niskayuna, NY, United States
Job Description
We are seeking a Project Manager to lead teams delivering complex capital and infrastructure projects across a large, operational campus environment.
Like many government-owned, contractor-operated sites, Knolls is continuously modernizing aging infrastructure to support new office buildings, laboratory facilities, utilities, and other mission-support systems. Projects span a wide range of scopes and must be executed within evolving budgets, strict regulatory requirements, and formal government approval processes.
This role offers the scale and complexity of major capital project delivery in a stable, site-based environment, without the travel typically associated with similar work. It is well suited for someone who enjoys leading teams through challenging project conditions and seeing work through from planning to execution.
What you’ll do
Lead multidisciplinary teams through the full lifecycle of capital, facility, laboratory, office, and infrastructure projects
Define project scope, develop execution strategies, and establish cost, schedule, procurement, and resource plans
Adapt project strategies to evolving budgets and government funding cycles
Guide projects through internal governance and government approval processes, including development of decision packages and submittals
Coordinate across engineering, construction, procurement, finance, operations, sponsors, and oversight stakeholders
Oversee general contractor and subcontractor execution in a highly regulated environment
Identify and mitigate risks related to scope changes, budget constraints, and working within existing infrastructure
Capture lessons learned and contribute to improving overall project execution practices
What makes someone successful here
Ability to lead project teams through complex constraints within a structured regulatory framework
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to clearly convey project needs and status
Sound judgment when navigating changing budgets, shifting priorities, and multiple approval steps
Ability to solve practical infrastructure and facility challenges on an active site
Leadership presence and ability to align matrixed teams
Ownership mindset with strong follow-through
Qualifications
Required Combination of Knowledge and Skill:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and at least 9 years of relevant experience; or
Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related field and at least 7 years of relevant experience.
Preferred Skills
Experience in capital projects within complex campuses, industrial sites, government facilities, or similar environments
Experience with office buildings, laboratory facilities, utilities, and infrastructure projects
Experience working within formal approval and funding processes
Experience with contractor and subcontractor management
Experience in cost estimating, scheduling, procurement planning, and change control
Compensation and Benefits
Health, Dental, Vision & Voluntary Benefits
Disability, Life & Accident Insurance
401(k) Savings program & Capital Accumulation Plan
Personal & Medical Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Flexible Work Schedules
Tuition Assistance for Eligible Employees
Student Debt Benefit Personal Time Off Sell Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Wellness Program
Visit us online to view all NNL benefits!
Pay Range
$106,200.00 - $166,000.00 annually. Salary information provided is a general guideline only. Annual salary is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
Additional Information
All candidates must be U.S. citizens. Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter. FMP is a government contractor and maintains a drug‑free workplace and workforce. All candidates must be able to pass a drug test in compliance with FMP company policy and 10 CFR 707. Marijuana is a Federal Schedule I controlled substance and illegal under Federal Law. Therefore, FMP is required to test for marijuana.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state, or local law.
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We are seeking a Project Manager to lead teams delivering complex capital and infrastructure projects across a large, operational campus environment.
Like many government-owned, contractor-operated sites, Knolls is continuously modernizing aging infrastructure to support new office buildings, laboratory facilities, utilities, and other mission-support systems. Projects span a wide range of scopes and must be executed within evolving budgets, strict regulatory requirements, and formal government approval processes.
This role offers the scale and complexity of major capital project delivery in a stable, site-based environment, without the travel typically associated with similar work. It is well suited for someone who enjoys leading teams through challenging project conditions and seeing work through from planning to execution.
What you’ll do
Lead multidisciplinary teams through the full lifecycle of capital, facility, laboratory, office, and infrastructure projects
Define project scope, develop execution strategies, and establish cost, schedule, procurement, and resource plans
Adapt project strategies to evolving budgets and government funding cycles
Guide projects through internal governance and government approval processes, including development of decision packages and submittals
Coordinate across engineering, construction, procurement, finance, operations, sponsors, and oversight stakeholders
Oversee general contractor and subcontractor execution in a highly regulated environment
Identify and mitigate risks related to scope changes, budget constraints, and working within existing infrastructure
Capture lessons learned and contribute to improving overall project execution practices
What makes someone successful here
Ability to lead project teams through complex constraints within a structured regulatory framework
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to clearly convey project needs and status
Sound judgment when navigating changing budgets, shifting priorities, and multiple approval steps
Ability to solve practical infrastructure and facility challenges on an active site
Leadership presence and ability to align matrixed teams
Ownership mindset with strong follow-through
Qualifications
Required Combination of Knowledge and Skill:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and at least 9 years of relevant experience; or
Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related field and at least 7 years of relevant experience.
Preferred Skills
Experience in capital projects within complex campuses, industrial sites, government facilities, or similar environments
Experience with office buildings, laboratory facilities, utilities, and infrastructure projects
Experience working within formal approval and funding processes
Experience with contractor and subcontractor management
Experience in cost estimating, scheduling, procurement planning, and change control
Compensation and Benefits
Health, Dental, Vision & Voluntary Benefits
Disability, Life & Accident Insurance
401(k) Savings program & Capital Accumulation Plan
Personal & Medical Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Flexible Work Schedules
Tuition Assistance for Eligible Employees
Student Debt Benefit Personal Time Off Sell Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Wellness Program
Visit us online to view all NNL benefits!
Pay Range
$106,200.00 - $166,000.00 annually. Salary information provided is a general guideline only. Annual salary is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
Additional Information
All candidates must be U.S. citizens. Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter. FMP is a government contractor and maintains a drug‑free workplace and workforce. All candidates must be able to pass a drug test in compliance with FMP company policy and 10 CFR 707. Marijuana is a Federal Schedule I controlled substance and illegal under Federal Law. Therefore, FMP is required to test for marijuana.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state, or local law.
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