Project Manager 3

OverviewInformation Technology at PNNL is a diverse team of computing and technology professionals with a clear mandate to leverage human-centered design to re-imagine how digital technologies can improve the research experience, enable data-driven insights for decision makers, enhance the efficiency of getting work done at the laboratory, and accelerate PNNLs scientific discovery. Come join this talented family of designers, engineers, cyber security experts, analysts, and product managers as they partner with multi-disciplinary teams across the laboratory to advance a bold digital transformation agenda leveraging the latest in cloud architectures, agile, user experiences, and continuous integration/continuous delivery to create the PNNL Digital Workplace.ResponsibilitiesAgile Project ManagerAs an Agile Project Manager, you are involved in supporting strategic initiatives for the laboratory, defining tasks and timelines, coordinating across departments, managing budgets, and ensuring timely delivery. You are responsible for the overall direction, coordination, implementation, execution, and completion of projects ensuring consistency with organizational strategy, commitments, and goals. This includes coordinating efforts for teams and third-party resources in order to deliver projects, and to define the project''s objectives and oversee quality of deliverables and products. This position works closely with the Assets and Facilities Digital Platform Manager and teams supporting HR and Finance capabilities. The Agile Project Manager also ensures that an Agile project management approach/methodology is followed.Key Responsibilities:Manage medium to large projects that have significant levels of complexity, including cross-team engagement, larger stakeholder groups, significant S&T impact, medium to high risk, and strategic business impact.Possess a comprehensive understanding of effective project management practices and principles and demonstrates proficiency in applying an Agile, but disciplined, approach to project management.Ensure that the team has a well-defined, prioritized backlog of executable work.Ensure that Service Requests are triaged in a timely manner and are prioritized/scheduled for work in alignment with the urgency of the request.Ensure that sprints are planned in a way that balances the achievement of project outcomes, the completion of service requests, and the resolution of technical debt.Have the ability to drive and influence Agile project management methodology and practices.Effectively coach and lead Agile delivery team to meet project municate with both internal and external project stakeholders, lead presentations.Drive and track interdependencies across work streams, communicate status and assist with maintaining team metrics.Develop work estimates and resource allocations using agile techniques.Effectively assess project risks, opportunities, and develop contingency anize and facilitate Agile ceremonies (E.g., stand-ups, sprint planning, reviews & retrospectives).Identify and resolve bottlenecks and provide escalation management.Engagement skillsLeads task and project plan development, fosters an empowered team environment, and champions continual improvements.Manage sensitive business situations and influence positive outcomes.Effectively guide and mentor junior level staff.Manage projects budget, monitor progress, and evaluate project performance.QualificationsMinimum Qualificatons:Bachelor''s degree plus 8 years of experienceAdvanced degree plus 6 years of experienceFour or more years of experience relevant to project management and depth of knowledge in science and/or methods needed to deliver project. Graduate of PMDP; PMP certification, or demonstrated equivalent (knowledge competency criteria) encouraged.Preferred Qualifications:Minimum 8 years of experience implementing software using Agile methodologies including managing complex projects in a high-tech development environmentMinimum 8 years of experience working with software development life cycle models, Agile and traditional project management principles and practicesHolds a current Agile certification, PMI-ACP, Certified Scrum Practitioner (CSP), CertifiedScrumMaster (CSM) or equivalent.Hazardous Working Conditions/EnvironmentNot ApplicableAdditional InformationDue to business needs and client space, US Citizenship is required.Pacific Northwest National Laboratory is subject to the Department of Energy Unclassified Foreign National Access Program site, information, technologies, and equipment access requirement s.Testing Designated PositionNot ApplicableAbout PNNLPacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is a world-class research institution powered by a highly educated, diverse workforce committed to the values of Integrity, Creativity, Collaboration, Impact, and Courage. Every year, scores of dynamic, driven people come to PNNL to work with renowned researchers on meaningful science, innovations and outcomes for the U.S. Department of Energy and other sponsors; here is your chance to be one of them!At PNNL, you will find an exciting research environment and excellent benefits including health insurance, flexible work schedules and telework options. PNNL is located in eastern Washington Statethe dry side of Washington known for its stellar outdoor recreation and affordable cost of living. The Labs campus is only a 45-minute flight (or ~3 hour drive) from Seattle or Portland, and is serviced by the convenient PSC airport, connected to 8 major mitment to Excellence, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Equal Employment OpportunityOur laboratory is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment dedicated to solving critical challenges in fundamental sciences, national security, and energy resiliency. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. In support of this commitment, we encourage people of all racial/ethnic identities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply for employment.Pacific Northwest National Laboratory considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), protected veteran status, and any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local laws.We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures and in employment. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, contact us at [Click Here to Email Your Resumé] .Drug Free WorkplacePNNL is committed to a drug-free workplace supported by Workplace Substance Abuse Program (WSAP) and complies with federal laws prohibiting the possession and use of illegal drugs.Mandatory RequirementsBattelle requires employees to have a COVID-19 vaccine as a condition of employment, subject to accommodation. Applicants are required to disclose their vaccination status following a conditional offer of employment and must attest to being fully vaccinated with a Center for Disease Control (CDC)-approved COVID-19 vaccination, or provide documentation of need for medical or religious exemption from the COVID-19 vaccination requirement.Please be aware that the Department of Energy (DOE) prohibits DOE employees and contractors from having any affiliation with the foreign government of a country DOE has identified as a country of risk without explicit approval by DOE and Battelle. If you are offered a position at PNNL and currently have any affiliation with the government of one of these countries you will be required to disclose this information and recuse yourself of that affiliation or receive approval from DOE and Battelle prior to your first day of employment.

Created: 2025-09-06