Project Manager 2

Project Manager 2 / Superintendent 3

Company: Los Alamos National Laboratory

Salary: $62/hr - $68/hr

Location: TA55 Plant, Los Alamos, NM

Citizenship: US Citizenship Required

Work Schedule: 4/10 Schedule with anticipated overtime. (Graveyard shifts may be required).

Clearance: Ability to acquire a DOE Q Clearance

Mandatory Experience Requirement – Read Before Applying

Candidates must meet all of the following requirements to be considered for this role:

• 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.

Note: COMPA's policy may disqualify applicants with certain criminal histories from employment in specific positions.