Engineering Jobs in College Park

One of our top clients within construction and government services is looking for a Construction Project Manager to join their team full-time, direct-hire in Washington, D.C. 20250!

Required Skills & Experience

• 3+ projects of the scale and difficulty of this project (~$20 million)
• Bachelor's Degree in architecture, engineering, building construction, or construction management (civil, mechanical, electrical, or architectural).
• 6+ years of experience in commercial construction project management
• Familiarity with MEP
• Proven experience in managing complex, new construction or major renovation commercial building projects, and experience in managing simultaneous construction and/or building projects.
• Experience interfacing with GSA Public Building Services, A&E firms, construction contractors and trades, and building suppliers.
• Experience developing government project cost estimates (RS Means or equivalent) and tracking of project costs
• Ability to develop project schedules in MS Project and/or Primavera.
• Experience on commercial projects that included a large percentage of systems furniture.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with Subject Matter Expert/s (SME) to conduct needs analysis, develop project requirements/objectives, and design preliminary space plans.

Responsibilities Include:

• Oversee daily execution of federal construction projects, ensuring compliance with approved designs, safety standards, and government requirements
• Conduct regular job‐site walks and coordinate with contractors, A&E firms, and government stakeholders to maintain progress and quality
• Manage project schedules and budgets, tracking milestones, costs, and change orders using MS Project/Primavera and RS Means
• Review and resolve RFIs, submittals, and field issues, recommending solutions to keep projects on time and within scope
• Lead or participate in construction progress meetings and provide clear, detailed status reports to Government Project Managers
• Collaborate with SMEs and end users on space planning, systems furniture coordination, and project closeout activities

Overview

We are seeking multiple experienced Acquisition Professionals to support high-visibility DoD/Navy ACAT I programs in the Washington, DC area. These roles will provide direct program management and acquisition support to Major Defense Acquisition Programs (MDAP), with a strong emphasis on shipbuilding and Navy program execution.

Candidates must have recent experience supporting DoD or Navy acquisition programs and possess working knowledge of DoD Instruction 5000.02.

Open Roles May Include:

• Program Manager (Senior) -Program Manager
• Deputy Program Manager / Task 1 Lead-(Senior) -Program Manager
• Business and Financial Manager Task Lead - Financial Management Analyst (Senior)
• Systems Engineering Task Lead - Systems Engineer (Senior)
• Mission Systems Task Lead - Engineering Technician (Senior)
• Production Task Lead (Senior) - Management Analyst
• Test and Evaluation Task Lead - Engineering Technician (Senior)
• Logistics Task Lead-(Senior) - Logistics Analyst
• Baseline Management Task Lead-(Senior) -Management Analyst
• Post Delivery Task Lead (Senior) - Engineering Technician

Key Responsibilities

• Provide acquisition and program management support to DoD/Navy ACAT I programs
• Apply knowledge of DoD 5000.02 and Defense Acquisition System policies
• Support milestone documentation, ADM preparation, and program reviews
• Develop and review acquisition strategies, schedules, budgets, and risk plans
• Support oversight and execution of recent DoD/Navy contracts
• Coordinate with PEOs, NAVSEA, OPNAV, and other key stakeholders
• Provide executive-level briefings and decision support materials
• Support shipbuilding lifecycle planning and execution

Required Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience supporting a DoD or Navy ACAT I program
• Recent contracts experience within DoD/Navy environment
• Strong knowledge of DoD 5000.02 acquisition framework
• Experience supporting shipbuilding programs (NAVSEA experience preferred)
• Active Secret Clearance
• Located in or near Washington, DC (or able to commute onsite)

Who we are

We are an organisation that exists to drive progress. That's the “red thread” that connects everyone at The Economist Group (TEG). Our businesses share a devotion to innovation, independence and rigour in their fields of expertise. We empower people to understand and tackle the critical challenges and changes facing the world. Our analytical rigour, global expertise and evidence-based insights enable individuals and organisations to make sense of these shifts and chart a course through them.

We deliver analysis and insights in many formats to subscribers and clients in 170 countries through our four businesses, The Economist, Economist Impact, Economist Intelligence and Economist Education, which uphold our global reputation for excellence and integrity.

About The EIU

As the research and analysis division of the Economist Group, The Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU) helps leaders prepare for opportunity, empowering them to act with confidence when making strategic decisions. The EIU is the global standard in providing high quality, actionable intelligence to the public and private sector, assessing issues that impact the businesses in more than two hundred countries.

Position Purpose

We are seeking an ambitious and accomplished Account Executive, Data Sales to drive revenue growth for EIU’s data and API products within the Financial Services sector across The US.

This role requires a seasoned sales professional with deep industry knowledge, a strong client network, and the ability to translate complex technical solutions into compelling commercial value propositions.

Reporting to the Global Head of B2B Subscription Sales, the individual will play a critical role in expanding EIU’s footprint across financial institutions, strengthening our positioning as a trusted data partner, and contributing to our broader enterprise subscription strategy.

A key aspect of success will be collaborating with existing sales teams across The Economist Group (TEG) to leverage established relationships and drive sales growth.

Key Accountabilities

Business Development

• Identify new business opportunities across banking, asset management, hedge funds, insurance, and fintech sectors.
• Build and manage a robust pipeline of qualified opportunities through strategic prospecting, networking, and disciplined forecasting.
• Expand EIU’s reach into new financial services sub-sectors and US geographies.
• Develop trusted relationships with clients across the buy side and sell side.

Revenue Generation & Sales Execution

• Own the full sales cycle - from prospecting to contract execution.
• Consistently deliver against quarterly and annual sales targets.
• Lead negotiations of commercial terms with C-suite and procurement stakeholders.
• Apply insight-led, consultative selling to position EIU’s data products as essential strategic tools.

Market & Product Expertise

• Develop a deep understanding of client workflows, regulatory drivers, and industry data needs.
• Maintain awareness of trends in data consumption, APIs, and fintech innovation.
• Understand programmatic delivery (APIs, Feeds, Marketplaces) and the infrastructure supporting enterprise data use.
• Provide structured feedback to product, engineering, and marketing teams to inform product development and go-to-market strategy.

Collaboration & Leadership

• Partner with internal teams across EIU and TEG to align product capabilities with client demand.
• Collaborate with colleagues across business units to maximise relationship value and cross-sell opportunities.
• Contribute to a culture of commercial excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Required Skills & Experience

• Minimum 7 years of enterprise sales experience with a track record of exceeding targets in selling data, APIs or DaaS s into Financial Services.
• Proven success selling data products to the buy side and sell side.
• Strong understanding of capital markets, asset management, or insurance workflows, and how data drives decision-making.
• Demonstrated experience in licensing and commercial models underpinning enterprise data distribution.
• Established relationships across global financial institutions.
• Exceptional consultative sales and solution-selling capabilities with strong negotiation skills.
• Ability to grasp complex API/data offerings and articulate them in clear, commercial terms.
• Excellent presentation, pitching, and interpersonal skills at both technical and executive levels.
• Proficiency in Salesforce, Sales Navigator, and Excel; experience with SalesLoft and Highspot a plus.
• Self-motivated, commercially focused, and able to thrive in a high-growth, fast-paced environment.

Core Competencies

• Solution and Value-Based Selling
• Strategic Thinking & Commercial Acumen
• Influencing & Negotiation
• Results Orientation & Accountability
• Client Centricity
• Collaboration & Team Leadership
• Market & Product Insight

The expected base salary for this position ranges from USD $140,000-$160,000 (plus a generous commission structure - double OTE). It is not typical for offers to be made at or near the top of the range. Rather, salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, licensure or certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. In addition to base salary and a competitive benefits package, successful candidates may be eligible to receive a discretionary bonus based on role and level.

Join Us

Join The Economist Intelligence Unit and help global financial leaders interpret the forces shaping markets. You will represent one of the world’s most trusted and respected intelligence brands - empowering clients to make confident, data-driven decisions.

Working Arrangements

This position operates on a hybrid working pattern, with 3+ days attendance at our DC office required.

AI usage for your application

We are an innovative organisation that encourages the use of technology. We recognise that candidates may utilise AI tools to support with their job application process. However, it is essential that all information you provide truthfully and accurately reflects your own experience, skills, and qualifications.

What we offer

Our benefits package is designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and work-life balance. It includes a highly competitive pension or 401(k) plan, private health insurance, and 24/7 access to counselling and wellbeing resources through our Employee Assistance Program.

We also offer a range of lifestyle benefits, including our Work From Anywhere program, which allows you to work from any location where you have the legal right to do so for up to 25 days per year. In addition, we provide generous annual and parental leave, as well as dedicated days off for volunteering and even for moving home.

You will also be given free access to all The Economist content, including an online subscription, our range of apps, podcasts and more.

Job Description:

The Engineering Payroll and Employment Services is hiring a Coordinator for a 12-month+ contract. This position will offer 30-40 hours of work per week with on-site presence required in College Park, MD.

Support EPES Operations

• Greet customers as they come to the EPES Center, and identify what they need assistance with
• Distribute paychecks to employees that come to the center
• Ensure that the printer has paper each morning and refill supplies.
• Coordinate EPES meeting agenda items and take notes during the meeting.
• Review reports for upcoming terminating jobs and take action to confirm if the job needs to be renewed. Emailing supervisors to confirm continuing student employment. Notify lead payroll administrator for faculty positions.

EPES Payroll Functions

• Review tax and direct deposit forms that new employees drop off. Notify the lead payroll coordinator who is assisting the new employee that the forms are completed and ensure that the forms get to Payroll Office in Chesapeake building.
• Process payroll actions in Workday such as: funding account changes, student non-standard jobs and payments, terminations and end jobs.
• Produce Letters of Support for students I-20 extensions.

Reporting

• Assist in creating Workday report templates for each individual unit/dept
• Setup reminders for departments to check their reports
• Assist with cleaning Workday data such as Workday Supervisory Organizations
• Check links in internal Clarknet website every other month and update links as needed

Ticket system/Website

• Assist with developing canned responses to inquiries and getting feedback from payroll teams
• Work on developing materials for customer website (forms to request payroll actions, links to information at various campus offices)
• Assist in creating form templates for customers to submit to request payroll actions: functions, such as on-boarding, VISA requests, Payroll changes

Skills

• Requirements
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments.
• Ability to analyze situations and determine the best recourse for response.
• Strong Writing skills for Communicating with customers.
• Commitment to customer service and sensitivity to a culturally and ethnically diverse community
• Basic Math acumen to calculate payroll rates

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience: One (1) year of professional administrative or coordinator experience.

Other: Additional work experience as defined above may be substituted on a year for year basis for up to four (4) years of the required education.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced Excel experience: using formulas and pivot tables
• Experience using Workday HCM
• Experience working in Higher Education
• Experience processing Payroll for Employees
• Experience On-Boarding Employees

Our client is a well-established leader in the design and fabrication of high-end architectural millwork and custom interiors. With a reputation built over 50 years of excellence, they partner with top architects, general contractors, and developers to execute complex commercial projects across the East Coast. As they continue to grow and invest in new technology and talent, they are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to join their team and lead large-scale, high-profile initiatives.

The Role

The Senior Project Manager will take full ownership of projects from award through closeout, typically managing contracts valued at $1M+. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for driving profitability, maintaining quality standards, and ensuring client satisfaction. The ideal candidate will bring deep industry knowledge, strong commercial acumen, and the ability to mentor and guide project teams toward successful outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Leadership: Oversee all phases of project execution, including scope definition, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation.
• Financial Management: Monitor project margins, control costs, and manage change orders to protect profitability.
• Quality Control: Ensure all millwork meets or exceeds client expectations and industry standards.
• Team Development: Mentor and coach junior team members, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, architects, and trade partners. Communicate proactively to manage expectations and resolve issues.
• Risk Mitigation: Identify potential challenges early and implement strategies to keep projects on track.
• Process Improvement: Utilize project management tools and software to track progress, generate reports, and refine workflows.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will possess:

• 5+ years of project management experience in custom architectural millwork, cabinetry, or facade experience.
• A Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Microsoft Office, and project management software (MS Project, Procore, or similar).
• A proven track record of managing budgets, schedules, and teams on complex, high-value projects.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• A collaborative leadership style and a commitment to mentoring others.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary commensurate with experience
• Performance-based bonus potential
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development

Job Title : Nuclear Engineer (Naval Reactors Engineer) Category / Component : Officer • Active Overview Design, regulate, and oversee the Navy's nuclear propulsion program, including reactor design, fleet operations, and eventual defueling and decommissioning of nuclear powered ships and submarines from Naval Reactors Headquarters and associated Department of Energy laboratories and shipyards.

Key Responsibilities Provide technical direction in areas such as reactor and fluid systems design, reactor physics, materials development, component design for steam generators, pumps, and valves, instrumentation and control for reactor and propulsion plants, testing and quality control, radiation shielding, and chemistry and radiological controls; review designs and analyses from laboratories, shipyards, and industry partners; coordinate with fleet units to ensure safe and reliable nuclear plant operation.

What to Expect Assume significant technical responsibility early in your career as part of a lean headquarters staff; work primarily in an analytical and oversight role rather than operating plants at sea; balance long term engineering projects with time sensitive fleet and shipyard issues; frequent coordination with senior civilian engineers, naval officers, and technical teams; high expectations for attention to detail, judgment, and written and oral communication.

Work Environment Work mainly at Naval Reactors Headquarters in the Washington, District of Columbia area with regular engagement with Department of Energy laboratories, nuclear training sites, shipyards, and nuclear powered ships and submarines; office based work that includes document reviews, technical meetings, inspections, and site visits rather than day to day shipboard watchstanding.

Pathways, Training & Advancement Officer commissioning through programs such as Officer Candidate School or the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program followed by a structured technical qualification program at Naval Reactors; rotational exposure to laboratories, prototypes, shipyards, and fleet support issues; progressive responsibility leading projects and becoming a subject matter expert, with opportunities for professional military education and advanced graduate study in technical fields.

Entry through the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program for qualified college students and recent graduates, or selection via Officer Candidate School for those who already hold qualifying degrees; all applicants must meet Nuclear Propulsion Program academic and technical screening standards in addition to general officer commissioning requirements.

Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.

Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

Additional qualifications for this job may include: Completion of a rigorous technical degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or a closely related field that includes strong backgrounds in calculus and physics; outstanding academic record, particularly in technical coursework; United States citizenship and eligibility for a high level security clearance; strong technical aptitude and comfort with detailed analytical work.

Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.

Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.

Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.

Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.

Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.

Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.

Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.

It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.

Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.

RN - Clinical Research

*Fully Onsite Position*

Kelly Government Solutions, a trusted partner to the federal government, is actively seeking a Research Nursing Specialist (RN) in Bethesda, MD to join the NIDCR team, conducting craniofacial clinical research.

Position: Research Nurse Specialist

Location: National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR) Bethesda

Employment Type: Contractor

Hours: Up to 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday

About the Role:

The National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR) is seeking a dedicated Research Nurse Specialist to support our Clinical Research program. The successful candidate will work alongside the Principal Investigator, playing a pivotal role in managing clinical research protocols. This includes contributing to the planning, design, and development of protocols, data collection and analysis, and presenting findings.

Key Responsibilities:

• Independently manage and implement clinical research protocols.
• Educate and counsel patients participating in clinical trials.
• Lead collaboration with Principal Investigators on protocol development and management.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and protocol standards.
• Facilitate patient recruitment and enrollment in clinical trials.
• Manage research data and provide quality assurance.
• Support multidisciplinary health care teams in providing patient care and conducting research.

Qualifications:

• Active, full, and unrestricted nursing license.
• Minimum of 2 years specialized experience in research nursing, particularly with regulatory tasks.
• Dental/craniofacial experience
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Experience in designing and implementing clinical research protocols.
• Expertise in providing specialized nursing care in a research setting.

Compensation: $110,000

Why Join Us?

With Kelly Government Solutions, you'll gain access to career opportunities across multiple government agencies, offering you diverse career paths and the chance to contribute to impactful research projects. By supporting the NIDCR, you'll be part of a team committed to innovative science in dental and craniofacial health.

Security and Compliance:

The position is unclassified, and the contractor must safeguard sensitive information in compliance with NIH policies.

Apply Today!

If you meet the qualifications and are ready to contribute to groundbreaking research, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and interest in the role.