Business Operations Manager (4031)

Navarro Research and Engineering is recruiting a Business Operations Manager (4031) in Carlsbad, NM.

Navarro Research & Engineering is an award-winning federal contractor dedicated to partnering with clients to advance clean energy and deliver effective solutions for complex challenges in the nuclear and environmental fields. Joining Navarro means being a part of an exceptional team committed to quality and safety while also looking for innovative strategies to create value for the client’s success. Headquartered in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, Navarro has active programs in place across the nation for DOE/NNSA, NASA, and the Department of Defense.

Position Summary

The Business Operations Manager provides dedicated, senior-level strategic budget support to the U.S. Department of Energy Carlsbad Field Office (CBFO), Office of Business Operations. This position supports the full budget lifecycle, including planning, formulation, execution, analysis, reporting, and financial oversight across the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP) complex.

The role serves as a trusted advisor to the CBFO Office of Business Operations Director and senior leadership, helping align financial resources with program priorities, federal guidance, and long-range mission objectives. The position may be performed remotely while supporting the Carlsbad, New Mexico program environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic budget formulation and planning leadership in support of the CBFO Office of Business Operations Director, including expert guidance and execution oversight across the WIPP complex.

• Lead the coordination, direction, and critical review of CBFO and contractor budget execution activities to ensure alignment with program priorities, federal guidance, and long-range mission objectives.

• Develop, maintain, and evaluate comprehensive budget execution reports and analytical products that support senior leadership decision-making and cost-effective resource allocation across the WIPP program.

• Conduct in-depth research, compile data, and perform analytical evaluations to produce high-quality recurring and ad hoc budget reports addressing emerging CBFO information needs and strategic inquiries.

• Monitor, validate, and reconcile inter-entity work orders, miscellaneous work authorizations, and management and operating contractor work authorizations to ensure accurate funding alignment, scope compliance, and timely execution.

• Evaluate funding requests and work authorization packages to verify appropriate funding sources, adequate support for the work scope, and compliance with DOE and CBFO financial standards.

• Design, implement, and manage a robust budget formulation database that captures Environmental Management targets across multiple scenario levels, rapidly incorporates changes, and presents full-case budget requirements for one- to two-year planning horizons.

• Collaborate with SOID and Project Integration to strengthen the rigor, transparency, and analytical depth of MCP execution and performance reporting.

• Ensure all required notifications and supporting documentation to DOE Headquarters and Congress are completed in accordance with the DOE Financial Management Handbook and applicable federal policies.

• Demonstrated senior-level experience with budget planning, formulation, and execution across the full budget lifecycle.

• Advanced ability to analyze complex financial and program data, develop budget reports, and translate findings into actionable information for senior leadership.

• Experience coordinating and critically reviewing budget execution activities, funding requests, work authorizations, and financial documentation.

• Knowledge of federal financial management requirements and the ability to apply DOE and CBFO financial standards, guidance, and policies.

• Ability to design, implement, and manage budget formulation databases and scenario-based planning tools.

• Strong research, analytical, written communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

• Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting the U.S. Department of Energy, the Carlsbad Field Office, the WIPP program, or another federal nuclear or environmental management program.

• Familiarity with the DOE Financial Management Handbook, Environmental Management budget targets, congressional notification requirements, and federal budget processes.

• Experience with inter-entity work orders, miscellaneous work authorizations, management and operating contractor work authorizations, and MCP execution or performance reporting.

• Experience advising directors, executives, or other senior leaders on budget strategy, execution, and resource allocation.

Education and Experience

• Requires: Bachelor’s Degree with five years of experience OR 10 years of relevant experience.

• This individual shall provide business support to the program in the areas of budget, Carlsbad Technical Assistance Contract (CTAC) contract/procurement, strategic planning, and human resources activities.

• Individuals shall possess sufficient skills and knowledge to develop resource loaded schedules, prepare cost estimates, track costs, purchase materials and supplies in accordance with contract and Federal requirements, provide contract/procurement advice and assistance on contract or procurement policies, problems, or issues; evaluate and advise federal staff on the effectiveness, productivity, and efficiency of policies, programs and operations; analyze and evaluate (on a quantitative/qualitative basis) the effectiveness of program operations in meeting established goals and objectives; provide leadership and supervision to Business and Administrative staff, through participation in hiring processes, planning and scheduling work, conducting evaluations of work, and providing training and counseling.

Due to the nature of the government contract requirements and/or clearances requirements, US citizenship is required.

Navarro is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran’s status, or any classification protected by applicable state or local law.

EEO Employer/Vet/Disabled

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability