Senior Munitions Response Manager

Overview

Nakupuna Services is seeking an experienced Munitions Response (MR) Manager to lead and grow our MR capabilities within our Environmental Program. This position will serve as primary technical expert and operational authority for MR/unexploded ordnance (UXO) projects, overseeing project execution, safety compliance, and workforce development while leading business growth. During field operations this position may be required to serve as the Senior UXO Supervisor (SUXOS), be responsible for day-to-day site activities, and oversee UXO field personnel.

Responsibilities

The following reflects management’s definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may assign additional duties and responsibilities to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.

• Serve as the authority for technical execution and explosives safety integration across all MR projects. Provide strategic direction for MR capability development and integration within the Environmental Program.
• Coordinate MR resource leveling with Program and Project Managers, sometimes for multiple concurrent projects. Coordinate with Human Resources during recruitment, onboarding, and offboarding of UXO project staff to ensure appropriate staffing and deployment of UXO personnel.
• Oversee planning and execution of MR work to include: site characterization and geophysical investigations, UXO avoidance and construction support, intrusive investigation and clearance operations.
• Support Business Development (BD) functions for the Environmental Program. These may include but are not limited to: build and maintain client and partner relationships; identify and shape capture opportunities; support technical approach, schedule, and pricing portions of proposals; attend industry events; and attend site visits for potential MR projects for estimating purposes.
• Ensure full compliance with all applicable guidance, including but not limited to: USACE EM 200-1-15, EM 385-1-97, EM 385-1-1, and ER 385-1-95; Department of Defense Explosives Safety Board (DDESB) explosives safety standards; Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms (ATF) explosives regulations; and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements.
• Oversee development and implementation of, and/or provide revision/amendments to, Explosive Safety Submissions (ESSs), project-specific planning deliverables (i.e., Work Plans, Quality Assurance Project Plans, Health and Safety Plans [HASPs], etc.), in accordance with all applicable regulations and standards.
• Update, maintain, and implement MR Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Establish, update, maintain, and implement policies, procedures, and governance frameworks.
• Identify all types of military munitions, including possible fuzes and their condition, armed or unarmed. Assist in the inspection of material potentially presenting an explosive hazard (MPPEH) for the presence of explosive hazards.
• Supervise and/or perform on-site demolition or demilitarization of MEC/MPPEH. This includes determining timing and location.
• Prepare explosives storage plans per applicable guidance, and firing systems for demilitarization operations.
• Supervise/direct sample collection for potentially contaminated soil.
• Construct MR-related protective works.
• Prepare and submit field reports (i.e., Daily Contractor Production Reports, etc.) in accordance with project plans and requirements.

Qualifications

Skills/Qualifications: Must meet or exceed industry standards for qualifications in accordance with the DDESB Technical Paper (TP)-18. Must be able to meet the criteria for and perform the functions of a UXO Technician III or higher. Must be able to perform roles of SUXOS, UXO Quality Control Specialist (UXOQCS), and UXO Safety Officer (UXOSO). Experience in executing MR work on federal contracts (USACE, NAVFAC, DoD). Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, teams, and field operations. Strong knowledge of and experience with USACE EM 385-1-97, ER 385-1-95, and DDESB requirements. Strong communication, leadership, and decision-making skills. Experience with proposal support, cost estimating, or capture efforts (preferred).

Military Installation Access and Security Clearance: This position often requires access to military installations. Must be able to qualify for and obtain a base access pass and currently hold or able to obtain a security clearance. Must be a U.S. Citizen.

Education and Experience: Must meet or exceed industry standards for qualifications and experience in accordance with the DDESB TP-18. Graduate of an approved military Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) School (as specified in DDESB T