Program Manager - Energy

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.
• 5-10 years of program management experience within the energy sector or supporting DOE programs, national laboratories, nuclear facilities, or comparable complex technical environments.
• Solid technical background in engineering, manufacturing, energy systems, facilities, and/or infrastructure.
• Experience managing government contracts, program budgets, schedules, deliverables, and changes in scope.
• Familiarity with DOE program requirements and the safety, security, and operational expectations of secure facilities.
• Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and engage effectively with clients, government representatives, and contractor organizations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to resolve complex issues and deliver results under competing priorities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and project management tools.

Preferred:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Program Management, Energy Systems, or a related technical field preferred.

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Generous 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off and 14 company paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement after 1 year of employment
• Opportunities for professional development and continued learning
• Collaborative, hands-on engineering environment
• Exposure to diverse projects, industries, and technical challenges
• Opportunity to solve practical engineering and manufacturing challenges

Equal Employment Opportunity Munro & Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

The duties and responsibilities outlined in this job description are not intended to be comprehensive. The organization reserves the right to assign additional tasks or modify existing responsibilities as operational needs require.