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About NIBS

The National Institute of Building Sciences is in the process of filling the positions below to support the organization and federal agency clients.

Interested individuals with the required skill sets can read the job descriptions below to see the full duties and responsibilities of the positions.

Project Manager, Technical Standards & Innovation

WHO WE ARE
Whether in your home, office or out in your community, the walls that surround you must be
safe, structurally sound, and sustainable. It’s our job to make that happen.

We were created by act of Congress in 1974 to be the nation’s authoritative source of findings
and recommendations that impact and improve the built environment for the American
people.  At the National Institute of Building Sciences (NIBS), we connect research, policy, and
practical application to advance innovation in the built environment. Our mission is to create a
safer, more resilient, and technologically advanced infrastructure that serves American
communities and strengthens our nation’s future.
Building American Innovation isn’t just our tagline – it’s our commitment. We foster
collaboration between government, industry, and academia to drive forward-thinking
strategies for resilient communities. Because at NIBS, we don’t just build structures, we build
solutions.

SUMMARY
The Project Manager is responsible for leading and delivering projects that span multiple
clients, disciplines, and technical domains across the Federal built environment. This role
manages initiatives and projects with the Department of Defense and Department of Veterans
Affairs, ensuring deliverables are completed on time, within scope, and to the highest quality
standards. Responsibilities include full ownership of project scope, schedule, and budget;
coordination across diverse stakeholders; and leadership of both internal teams and external
partners.

A key component of this role is leading technology implementation projects, engineering
criteria development, and modernization of standards and guidance, including efforts tied to
the Whole Building Design Guide (WBDG). The Project Manager will oversee delivery of
innovative solutions that advance building science, ensure alignment with federal priorities, and
promote consistent, high-quality practices across the built environment. The role also includes
serving as a primary client interface, implementing effective risk management and control
mechanisms, and driving successful project outcomes that strengthen mission effectiveness and
operational resilience.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Lead full project lifecycle activities, including initiation, planning, execution, monitoring,
and closeout.
Own the development of deliverables and oversee quality assurance processes to
ensure technical excellence.
Manage project scope, schedule, and budget, proactively identifying risks and
implementing mitigation strategies.
Serve as primary communication lead for projects, coordinating across clients,
subcontractors, internal staff, and external stakeholders.
Support standards and criteria development efforts, ensuring technical guidance is
actionable and meets mission needs.
Support, drive, and coordinate activities supporting the WBDG modernization and
expansion, including technology integration, content development, and stakeholder
engagement.
Establish and maintain project documentation, including project plans, schedules,
budgets, reports, and client communications.
Provide oversight and guidance to Senior Associates and junior staff, delegating
responsibilities and ensuring effective workload distribution.
Lead discrete workstreams, work product development, and deliverable efforts across
multiple concurrent projects.
Ensure compliance with federal and organizational standards, policies, and reporting
requirements.
Facilitate stakeholder engagement activities such as workshops, webinars, technical
meetings, and client briefings.
Drive process improvements and contribute to the development of project
management frameworks, tools, and best practices.
Represent NIBS in external forums, advancing collaboration and partnerships that
strengthen NIBS’ mission.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This position may have supervisory and direct report responsibilities. This position will also
have responsibility for oversight of contracted staff.

QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty
satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or
ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform the essential functions. Specific skills include:

Familiarity with federal projects and project reporting requirements.
Experience in the building sciences, project delivery tools and techniques, building
technologies, construction, facility management processes, or related technical disciplines.
In-depth understanding of prevailing project management methods.
Understanding of performance metrics and evaluation methods for project success.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively on cross-functional teams.
Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to handle multiple
priorities.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong proficiency in project management tools and the Microsoft Office Suite.
Detail-oriented, proactive, and able to adapt quickly in a dynamic environment.
Contribute innovative ideas to improve processes, tools, and solutions in support of resilient
and sustainable infrastructure.
Estimated amount of travel, not including periodic trips to the office, is less than 10 percent.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree in project management, construction management, engineering,
architecture, or a related field. Master’s degree is preferred.
5+ years of experience in the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry,
with demonstrated success delivering projects for federal government and multistakeholder clients.
Strong background in building technology, technical research, technical criteria, or technical
standards development is preferred.

SECURITY CLEARANCE
Project Manager should be eligible to be granted or to obtain at a minimum, an interim Secret
security clearance, and obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance throughout the period
of employment.

BENEFITS

Opportunity to work at the intersection of industry, government, and academia.
Exposure to diverse, high-impact projects across the building sciences sector.
Collaborate daily with colleagues from a wide range of disciplines—including engineers,
architects, policy experts, researchers, and industry leaders.
Work alongside some of the most respected experts in the building sciences and technology
fields, gaining insight into best practices across industry and government.
Professional development and training opportunities.
NIBS offers a competitive salary and benefits package including fully paid health care
premiums for medical, dental, and vision.

HOW TO APPLY
If you feel you are a great fit for this role, please send your resume, cover letter, and salary
requirement to jobs@nibs.org today!

Senior Contracts Specialist

WHO WE ARE

Whether in your home, office or out in your community, the walls that surround you must be safe, structurally sound, and sustainable. It’s our job to make that happen.

Building American Innovation isn’t just our tagline – it’s our commitment. We foster collaboration between government, industry, and academia to drive forward-thinking strategies for resilient communities. Because at NIBS, we don’t just build structures, we build solutions.

SUMMARY

The Senior Contracts Specialist is responsible for developing, managing, and overseeing compliance of government prime and subcontractor contracts through the entire lifecycle, including responding to proposals, assisting with business development activities, supporting negotiations, developing contract language, tracking compliance, reviewing existing agreements, and completing project start up and closeout activities. Working with minimal supervision, the position ensures contracts conform with all federal, state, and local regulations. As a key partner to internal and external stakeholders, the contract specialists ensures the organization prepares and submits all necessary annual government contracting reporting requirements. The Senior Contracts Specialist provides expert guidance on procurement strategy, risk management, and regulatory understanding to enable compliant and efficient program execution.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Contract Lifecycle Management

Reviews Requests for Proposals (RFPs) to identify legal, compliance, and company risk considerations.
Works closely with Project Management and Finance teams to develop compliant and competitive government contracts and subcontracts for projects of varying size and complexity.
Supports contract negotiation meetings, ensuring terms align with organizational objectives and client requirements.
Collects required subcontractor legal, tax, and registration documentation to support contract award.
Establishes and maintains internal contracting procedures and a central database of contracting policies, laws, and reference materials.
Reviews and prepares modifications and amendments to existing contracts as project needs evolve.
Maintains clear communication with internal departments (e.g., legal, finance) and external parties to ensure all stakeholders are informed about contract status and developments.
Records invoicing and reporting requirements in a central database and monitors internal compliance throughout the contract lifecycle.
Provides regular updates to leadership on contract progress, invoicing, deliverable status, and potential risks.
Reviews existing service agreements and develops internal templates to ensure consistency with current company policies and regulatory changes.
Develops and updates to standard contracting templates and procedures, educates project managers and finance teams on audit best practices, and performs periodic audits.
Mediates and resolves contract issues or disputes, coordinating with leadership teams to determine corrective actions.
Leads contract closeout activities, verifying that all contractual requirements have been met, documentation finalized, and invoices paid accurately.

Regulation Compliance and Reporting

Reviews procurement requests, solicitations, and agreements to ensure compliance with applicable FAR, DFARS, and other agency regulation, as well as organizational policy and client-specific requirements.
Monitors contract execution and modifications for ongoing compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, escalating potential risks or deviations to leadership as appropriate.
Prepares, tracks, and submits required government contractor reports in accordance with Service Contract Reporting Requirements for Indefinite-Delivery Contracts, and ensures all FAR/agency related-mandated documentation is properly archived.
Serves as the organization’s contracting compliance subject matter expert, developing and delivering internal training on regulatory updates, best practices, and proper contract file management.
Collaborates across Business Strategies, Finance, and Project Management teams to ensure consistent interpretation of contract requirements, alignment of cost and reporting structures, and adherence to organizational compliance standards.

Business Development Support

Support preparation and organization of proposal materials, including reviewing solicitation documents, ensuring compliance with submission requirements, and assembling administrative sections such as certifications, representations, and past performance data.
Schedule and document teaming, kickoff, and proposal review meetings, tracking action items to maintain alignment among partners and internal stakeholders.
Maintain an organized library of corporate information, resumes, project descriptions, and standard proposal templates to streamline future submissions.
Update opportunity trackers, submission calendars, and proposal status dashboards to assist in monitoring deadlines and pipeline activities.
Draft and route teaming agreements, NDAs, and subcontract documents required for proposal submissions in coordination with legal and contracts teams.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES N/A

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Specific skills include:

Exemplary organizational and communication skills and ability to work independently in a team environment, including interface with Project Management, Finance and various external stakeholders.
Direct experience in contracting or working with architectural, engineering, or technology development scopes of work (preferred).
Knowledge of government procurement, contracting, and project closeout processes.
Ability to maintain project momentum and meet deadlines for multiple projects, with a focus on accuracy and attention to detail.
Capable of effectively explaining complex legal and business information to clients and internal partners in non-technical and easily understandable language.
Experience in effectively negotiating to achieve favorable outcomes.
Ability to develop contracts
Ability to identify and resolve contractual issues and disputes.
Capable of performing research on contract related policy and regulations.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in accounting, finance, law, contracts, economics, or organization and management, or equivalent.
6+ years of n federal contracting and subcontract administration related to services for architecture, engineering, construction. Additional experience with professional consulting services and technology is preferred.
In-depth knowledge of FAR, DFARS, OMB guidance, and agency related acquisition policies.
Experience with IDIQ record keeping and delivering contractor reports conforming to the Service Contract Reporting Requirements for Indefinite-Delivery Contracts rules.
Strong oral and written communication skills, including demonstrated ability to draft acquisition documents.
The ideal candidate will bring proven expertise in independently managing pre- and post-award federal government contracting processes, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Strong skills in negotiation, cost proposal review, and regulatory interpretation.
Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM) or similar credential preferred.

BENEFITS

Opportunity to work at the intersection of industry, government, and academia.
Work alongside some of the most respected experts in the building sciences and technology fields, gaining insight into best practices across industry and government.
Professional development and training opportunities.
NIBS offers a competitive salary and benefits package including fully paid health care premiums for medical, dental, and vision.

HOW TO APPLY

If you feel you are a great fit for this role, please send your resume, cover letter, and salary requirement to jobs@nibs.org today!

Program Director, Whole Building Design Guide

WHO WE ARE

Whether in your home, office or out in your community, the walls that surround you must be safe, structurally sound, and sustainable. It’s our job to make that happen.

SUMMARY

The Program Director, Whole Building Design Guide (WBDG) leads NIBS’s flagship digital platform and drives its strategy, growth, and long-term impact across the Federal, State, Local, and AEC communities. This role oversees the modernization and integration of WBDG’s tools and content, manages program and technical staff, and serves as the primary liaison to government and industry partners. The Program Director guides digital transformation efforts, including AI-enabled enhancements, data interoperability, and user-centered design. With program-level authority over scope, schedule, and budget, the Director advances innovation, business development, and strategic partnerships to strengthen WBDG as the nation’s trusted source for building knowledge and resilient, high-performing facilities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES includes the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Strategic Leadership & Program Oversight

Define and drive the long-term strategic vision for the WBDG, ensuring it remains the nation’s authoritative platform for building science, design criteria, and innovation.
Shape and execute strategies that expand WBDG’s capabilities, reach, and value to Federal, State, Local and AEC communities.
Align program goals and objectives with NIBS organizational priorities, congressional mandates, federal client missions, and emerging national building and infrastructure initiatives. Align program goals and objectives with NIBS’ organizational priorities, congressional mandates, federal client missions, and emerging national building and infrastructure initiatives.
Lead modernization initiatives, including digital transformation, AI integration, and data interoperability, to advance WBDG’s evolution into an intelligent, interactive ecosystem. Establish standards for quality, compliance, and risk management across all WBDG projects, partnerships, and initiatives.
Maintain accountability for program budgets, financial oversight and forecasting, and funding allocation and projection.
Coordinate with NIBS leadership, the CTO, and partners to deliver platform enhancements and technology investments.
Business Development & Federal Engagement
Build, sustain, and strengthen relationships with federal sponsors (VA, DoD, GSA, DOE, etc.) Build, sustain, and strengthen relationships with Federal, State, and Local sponsors and agency partners to ensure alignment of WBDG objectives with agency mission needs, objectives, and requirements.
Champion WBDG as a model for digital transformation, interoperability, and standards integration across federal building programs.
Represent NIBS and WBDG in federal forums, interagency working groups, and industry associations.
Cultivate and advance partnerships with professional, industry, and educational organizations to expand WBDG’s influence and reach.
Anticipate emerging federal priorities and position WBDG as a responsive, future-ready platform.
Lead outreach, communications, and strategic messaging that demonstrate WBDG’s contributions to innovation, cost savings, and improved building performance.
Organize and participate in WBDG-related meetings, conferences, and collaborative events to showcase modernization progress and outcomes.
Position WBDG as a model for digital standards integration and innovation in federal building programs.
Provide consistent communication of WBDG’s impact to Federal and State agencies, Congress, and industry stakeholders.

Operational & Team Leadership

Oversee program execution, staff management, and contractor performance for the WBDG and the criteria update program.
Provide executive-level judgment to resolve conflicts, mitigate risks, and ensure critical path deliverables remain on track.
Maintain program and project management processes for scope, schedule, budget, risk, and quality across multiple concurrent projects.
Ensure adherence to federal acquisition regulations.
Supervise and mentor project teams, ensuring accountability for deliverables and outcomes.
Manage staffing, contract resources, and external SMEs to balance workload, deliverables, and financial targets.
Mentor and coach project managers and junior staff; foster professional development and succession planning.
Communicate program goals and strategy clearly, setting expectations and priorities for staff and project teams.

SECURITY CLEARANCE

The Program Director, WBDG must be able to be granted or to obtain at a minimum, an interim Secret security clearance and then obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance throughout the period of employment.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

The Program Director supervises Senior Project Managers, project managers, and technical staff working under the WBDG program. Oversight includes external contractors and consultants, as well as succession planning and team development. The Program Director coordinates closely with the NIBS Chief Technology Officer on resource requirements and direction for web development and IT support staff.

QUALIFICATIONS

Significant experience managing large-scale, federally funded programs and multi-project portfolios.
Demonstrated ability to engage with senior federal officials, industry leaders, and standards organizations.
Strong background in program budgeting, contract oversight, project management, and financial reporting.
Familiarity with federal building standards, criteria systems, and industry codes (e.g., UFC, UFGS, HUD Code, IBC).

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering, construction management, project management, public policy, or a related field is required.
Master’s degree preferred. 10+ years of progressive project management experience in the design and construction of buildings or infrastructure, supporting Federal agencies, or consulting experience required. PE or equivalent certification strongly preferred.

TECHNICAL AND OTHER SPECIALIZED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation skills for executive, public, and industry audiences
Strong commitment to excellence; set and enforce program-wide quality standards
Expertise in program and portfolio management, including budgets, schedules, and deliverables
Proven leadership in supervising and mentoring senior managers, project teams, and contractors
Business development acumen with ability to expand funding, partnerships, and market presence
Financial stewardship, including P&L management, forecasting, and funding allocation
Proficiency in data management and analysis; advanced skills in Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Strong technical research and policy analysis capabilities
Creative, strategic thinker with advanced problem-solving abilities
Skilled in planning, organizing, and executing complex, multi-stakeholder initiatives

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here represent those necessary to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

While performing the duties of this role, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands for typing and handling materials, and reach with hands and arms. The role also requires walking, talking, and hearing. The employee may occasionally need to stand, climb or balance, and lift or move up to 25 pounds. Vision requirements include close vision, color vision, and depth perception.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This position may be filled as fully remote, hybrid, or in-office; however, as a senior role, the Program Director, WBDG is expected to travel frequently to the NIBS office for in-person meetings with senior staff, as well as to federal agency offices, program partners offices and field locations, and industry events at the direction of the CEO or VP for DoD Programs and Services. While NIBS supports flexible work arrangements and provides reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, monthly travel for program growth, promotion, and stakeholder engagement will be required to meet organizational needs and position responsibilities.

BENEFITS

Opportunity to work at the intersection of industry, government, and academia.
Work alongside some of the most respected experts in the building sciences and technology fields, gaining insight into best practices across industry and government.
Professional development and training opportunities.
NIBS offers a competitive salary and benefits package including fully paid health care premiums for medical, dental, and vision.

HOW TO APPLY

If you feel you are a great fit for this role, please send your resume, cover letter, and salary requirement to jobs@nibs.org today!

Program Director, Sentinel Infrastructure Design Criteria

WHO WE ARE

Whether in your home, office or out in your community, the walls that surround you must be safe, structurally sound, and sustainable. It’s our job to make that happen.

SUMMARY

The Program Director, Sentinel Infrastructure Design Criteria, leads the development, coordination, and delivery of engineering and facility design criteria for the Sentinel Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) Program. This role oversees multidisciplinary technical teams and subcontractors to produce high-quality design manuals and criteria that meet operational, security, environmental, and nuclear surety requirements for the next-generation missile complex.

The Program Director ensures all work aligns with project objectives, contract obligations, and performance standards for quality, schedule, and cost. Responsibilities include integrating stakeholder input, advancing systems engineering practices, managing program risks, and serving as a primary liaison to Department of Defense (DoD) partners. Reporting to the Vice President for DoD Programs and Services, this position is accountable for the overall technical execution and successful performance of the Sentinel Design Criteria program.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES includes the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Program Leadership

Lead the overall development and delivery of the Sentinel Design Criteria (SDC) and Infrastructure Design Manual, serving as critical planning artifacts to define functional, operational, and technical facility requirements.
Serve as the primary program lead overseeing a team of engineers, designers, and analysts, as well as subcontractor and sub consultant teams.
Engage directly with senior stakeholders to align requirements, schedules, and deliverables.
Ensure compliance with all relevant DoD and AF standards and directives, including Unified Facility Criteria (UFCs), MIL-STDs, and nuclear, environmental, safety, and security mandates.
Establish processes and procedures to integrate operational, cybersecurity, environmental, and nuclear surety requirements into cohesive design standards and validate requirements. Maintain traceability from stakeholder inputs through final approved deliverables, ensuring defensibility under technical review.
Lead risk management planning, issue resolution, and escalation across technical, schedule, and cost domains.
Serve as the primary liaison between client leadership, engineering teams, and partner organizations.

Operational

Verify and compare operational costs with negotiated contract rates for services.
Synthesize complex engineering requirements into actionable criteria and deliverables.
Work with numerous stakeholder groups to build consensus among technical experts, operational leaders, and program executives.
Lead the staff and provide assistance when needed related to staffing, invoicing, and general contract concerns.
Ensure contract compliance with specifications and guidelines, including specific security requirements and clearances.

SECURITY CLEARANCE

The Program Director must have an Active Secret clearance with ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position will have supervisory and direct report responsibilities. This position will also have responsibility for oversight of contracted staff.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

The position requires a candidate with a bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering, construction or related discipline and 10 years’ experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience with the Department of Defense or its components is required. Experience with USACE, NAVFAC, AFCEC standards and design criteria is preferred.

TECHNICAL AND OTHER SPECIALIZED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Communications skills:
- Exceptional writing and editing skills
- Verbal communications skills, speaking and listening, presentations to the public and industry
Commitment to excellence: quality control and assurance
Project management skills including budgets; meeting management; setting, meeting, and enforcing deadlines (time management);
- Managing project team members
- Business and marketing acumen
Data management and computer literacy: Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Technical research skills
Problem solving ability
Planning and organization skills
Creative thinking

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is required to walk and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and depth perception.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This position must either be located near Hill Air Force Base in Ogden, Utah, or be willing to travel up to 75% to meet program and organizational needs. When in the NIBS office, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

BENEFITS

Opportunity to work at the intersection of industry, government, and academia.
Work alongside some of the most respected experts in the building sciences and technology fields, gaining insight into best practices across industry and government.
Professional development and training opportunities.
NIBS offers a competitive salary and benefits package including fully paid health care premiums for medical, dental, and vision.

HOW TO APPLY

If you feel you are a great fit for this role, please send your resume, cover letter, and salary requirement to jobs@nibs.org today!

Infrastructure Design Criteria Integration Lead

WHO WE ARE

Whether in your home, office or out in your community, the walls that surround you must be safe, structurally sound, and sustainable. It’s our job to make that happen.

SUMMARY

The Infrastructure Design Criteria Integration Lead supports the development, coordination, and delivery of the engineering and facility design criteria supporting the Sentinel Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) Program. This position plays a key role in integrating stakeholder inputs, supporting program risk management activities, assisting with requirements development, and supporting the creation of the Sentinel Design Criteria (SDC) and Infrastructure Design Manual. The Integration Lead helps ensure all operational, environmental, security, nuclear surety, and technical requirements are properly captured, organized, and managed through structured document control processes, maintaining traceability and version integrity across all criteria documents and planning artifacts.

The Integration Lead will work closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams, subcontractors, and partner organizations, including the Air Force, Northrop Grumman, and Bechtel National, Inc., to coordinate technical reviews, manage meeting workflows, document action items, and support the program’s structured technical engagement processes. Reporting to the Program Director for Sentinel Infrastructure Design Criteria, the Integration Lead supports the execution of all program deliverables in alignment with technical, schedule, and quality objectives.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES includes the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Program Support & Technical Integration

Support the development process of the Sentinel Design Criteria (SDC) and Infrastructure Design Manual as foundational planning artifacts defining functional, operational, and technical facility requirements.
Assist with preparation of technical reports, criteria sections, comparison matrices, version control logs, and documentation supporting formal design reviews.
Support the Program Director and technical teams in ensuring all products meet expected quality, accuracy, and clarity standards comparable to other federal (USACE, NAVFAC) design manuals.
Support the Program Director in evaluating compliance of design criteria and requirements with all relevant DoD and AF standards and directives, including Unified Facility Criteria (UFCs), MIL-STDs, and nuclear, environmental, safety, and security mandates.
Support creation and maintenance of a program risk register, documenting technical, schedule, and stakeholder-engagement risks. Contribute to issue identification and resolution tracking, including documenting mitigation strategies and status updates.
Prepare regular program status reports, quarterly review meeting agendas, and updates to leadership and external stakeholders.
Assist in preparing and reviewing technical documents, deliverables, and contract compliance materials.
Handle sensitive project information in alignment with security, data management, and organizational protocols.

Stakeholder Engagement & Meeting Coordination

Implement structured stakeholder engagement processes, including frequent Technical Interchange Meetings (TIMs), iterative review cycles, and clear communication protocols.
Support the development of all meeting materials, agendas, sign-in sheets, consolidated comments, minutes, and action-item logs.
Track and document all stakeholder inputs and ensure alignment between engineering teams and external partners.
Identify risks related to delayed stakeholder feedback or unresolved technical issues and support escalation processes.
Maintain a comprehensive action-item tracker and ensure timely follow-up and closure across participating organizations.
Assist with subcontractor and sub consultant coordination to ensure deliverables, timelines, and meeting obligations are met.

SECURITY CLEARANCE

The Integration Lead r must have an Active Secret clearance with ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position may have supervisory and direct report responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, systems engineering, or a related technical discipline. 3–5 years of relevant experience is required, including experience supporting Department of Defense programs and engineering design or construction efforts.

TECHNICAL AND OTHER SPECIALIZED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Communications skills:
Strong writing and editing skills
Verbal communications skills, speaking and listening, presentations to the public and industry
Strong planning, organization, and time-management capability
Ability to manage multiple priorities and track detailed actions
Strong data management and computer literacy: Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Problem-solving skills and ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams
Commitment to accuracy, quality control, and continuous improvement

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This position must be located near Hill Air Force Base in Ogden, Utah.

BENEFITS

Opportunity to work at the intersection of industry, government, and academia.
Work alongside some of the most respected experts in the building sciences and technology fields, gaining insight into best practices across industry and government.
Professional development and training opportunities.
NIBS offers a competitive salary and benefits package including fully paid health care premiums for medical, dental, and vision.

HOW TO APPLY

If you feel you are a great fit for this role, please send your resume, cover letter, and salary requirement to jobs@nibs.org today!