Program Manager - Energy

Location: Oak Ridge, TN (Greater Knoxville, TN area) Making the Improbable** Profitable.** ** ** The Opportunity ** ** The Program Manager -- Energy will oversee multiple programs supporting energy infrastructure, facility modernization, and operational improvement initiatives. Based in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, this role will ensure programs meet technical requirements, contractual commitments, budgets, schedules, and client expectations. The ideal candidate will bring experience managing complex programs within the energy sector, preferably supporting DOE facilities, national laboratories, or nuclear operations. This position requires strategic planning, client engagement, cross-functional leadership, and effective resource management. An active DOE Q clearance is required. About Munro Defense Munro Defense helps organizations across the defense, aerospace, and nuclear industries solve complex engineering and manufacturing challenges. Building on Munro's Lean Design® methodology, the team works with government organizations, defense contractors, and industry partners to improve product performance, reduce cost and complexity, and strengthen manufacturing processes. From product design and systems integration to manufacturing process development and optimization, Munro Defense applies engineering expertise to improve how products are designed, built, and produced. The work supports critical programs where quality, precision, reliability, and performance are essential. At Munro Defense, you'll work alongside experienced engineers and technical professionals on challenging, mission-focused projects. You'll apply your skills to real-world problems and contribute to technologies and manufacturing capabilities that support national defense. ** ** What You'll Do - Manage energy programs from inception through completion, ensuring deliverables meet quality, schedule, budget, and technical requirements. - Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, government representatives, contractors, and internal stakeholders. - Lead cross-functional teams supporting engineering, manufacturing, facility modernization, infrastructure, and operational improvement projects. - Develop and maintain program execution plans, schedules, budgets, resource plans, and performance metrics. - Identify and manage program risks, dependencies, and changes; implement corrective actions to maintain performance. - Collaborate with senior leadership and technical teams to allocate resources and resolve execution challenges. - Ensure program activities comply with applicable DOE requirements, site procedures, safety and security requirements, and contractual obligations. - Coordinate work in secure environments while maintaining appropriate controls for classified and sensitive information. - Prepare program reports, financial updates, and executive briefings that communicate progress, risks, and decisions requiring leadership attention. - Identify opportunities to improve processes, reduce costs, enhance facility performance, and strengthen program delivery. - Promote a culture of safety, accountability, quality, and continuous improvement. What You'll Bring Required Qualifications Active DOE Q clearance required at the time of hire, with the ability to maintain the clearance throughout employment. Must be a U.S. citizen and eligible for a security clearance. Ability to work on-site in Oak Ridge, TN, and travel to company or client sites as required