Project Manager 2 / Superintendent 3
Company: Los Alamos National Laboratory
Salary: $85/hr - $90/hr ($176k – $187k)
Location: TA55 Plant, Los Alamos, NM
Citizenship: US Citizenship Required
Work Schedule: 4/10 Schedule with anticipated overtime. (Graveyard shifts may be required).
Clearance: Active DOE Q Clearance Required (Must have prior to start)
🚫 Mandatory Experience Requirement – Read Before Applying
Candidates must meet all of the following requirements to be considered for this role:
- Active DOE Q Clearance at time of application – no exceptions.
- Nuclear experience is required – applications without direct nuclear project experience will not be considered.
- Minimum of 10 years of construction or engineering-related experience.
- Must be able and willing to work graveyard shifts.
Impact
Join a high-performance Construction Superintendent team supporting Los Alamos National Laboratory’s mission-critical objectives. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead projects and personnel at one of the nation's most prestigious scientific institutions, directly contributing to national security and innovation.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Lead construction projects valued at $500k or less
- Oversee Superintendent 2 personnel as needed
- Serve as Control Account Manager (CAM) for designated projects
- Conduct and lead investigations into abnormal events, incidents, or accidents
- Create and maintain project performance plans, schedules, and budgets
- Provide detailed variance analysis and implement corrective actions
- Present project updates to federal sponsors and senior stakeholders
- Interface with all levels of management and stakeholders
- Drive project execution in line with DOE 413.3B and EVMS standards
- Ensure compliance with safety, health, and environmental standards
- Lead constructability reviews and assess impacts on cost and schedule
Minimum Qualifications
- 10+ years’ experience in engineering, procurement, or construction
- Demonstrated project leadership with budget, schedule, and scope management
- Experience with nuclear construction environments and DOE 413.3B compliance
- Deep understanding of collective bargaining agreements and labor coordination
- Proven ability to analyze blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings
- Prior experience with computerized work management systems
- Effective oral and written communication skills
Desired Skills
- Nuclear Worker designation
- Familiarity with Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS)
- Strong customer engagement and stakeholder management experience
- Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams in secure and high-risk environments
- Advanced troubleshooting and problem-resolution skills
Education and Experience Requirements
- Recognized degree in engineering or scientific discipline, or
- Equivalent specialized training in project management with substantial practical experience
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Equal Opportunity:
COMPA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Applicants will be considered regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or protected Veteran status.
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