Los Alamos National Security LLC
What You Will Do
The Associate Laboratory Directorate, Plutonium Infrastructure (ALDPI), at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) executes the plutonium pit production mission through modernization of the TA-55 infrastructure and capabilities. The Line-Item Projects organization enables the Laboratory's mission install equipment and make the necessary infrastructure improvements to manufacture pits through design, construction, readiness, start-up, and other processes that require a modernized plutonium pit manufacturing. Late Installs Division portfolio includes the Los Alamos Plutonium Pit Production Project (LAP4) 30 Reliable subproject along with other scope elements of Chemistry and the Metallurgy Research Replacement (CMRR), PF-4 Equipment Installation-Phase 2 (PEI2) subproject, and Major Item of Equipment (MIE) with a combined total project cost greater than $3 Billion and CD-4 date into the 2030 decade.
The Manager of Projects 4 (MOP-4) reports to the Project Director (PD) for Line-Item Project - Late Installs Division (LIP-LI) and will support the PD with the leadership, technical oversight, and management of project compliance at Los Alamos National Laboratory in accordance with DOE O 413.3B. The necessary functions of the position include aspects of Project Management that includes managing contracts, specifically Request for Proposal development, evaluation, negotiations, and contract requirements management.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
Management
Demonstrated experience in managing programs with significant fiscal and programmatic responsibilities. Advanced knowledge of and demonstrated consultative experience in all aspects of program or project management of technical or operational work, including managing Services Subcontracts; review, manage and approve Subcontractor bids, submittals, staffing estimates and schedules contract oversight and operational support. Demonstrated experience in management, supervision, and development of assigned employees.
Technical Excellence
Advanced knowledge and demonstrated experience developing, issuing and managing procurement packages that include Statements of Work, Subcontractor Submittal requirements, Technical and Quality Assurance requirements, acceptance testing and receipt inspection requirements, Security related requirements and Environmental, Safety and Health requirements to ensure the scope of the procurement packages is delivered/completed. Demonstrated experience evaluating potential Suppliers and recommending those Suppliers that are most qualified based on the Management Level (Quality Level), technical and performance requirements of the item or services to be procured.
Prioritize and manage multiple tasks requiring varying and/or scarcity of resources, as well as project schedule demands and Management direction.
Coalition Building
Demonstrated success building and growing both internal and external relationships with a variety of constituencies, sponsors, other construction project organizations, higher-level managers, direct reports, and other employees. Demonstrated success guiding and leading field efforts with expertise in building and managing integrated project teams. Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills for multiple levels of employees and stakeholders a must.
Personal Leadership
Strong leadership characteristics including personal integrity and accountability, fiduciary responsibility, trustworthiness in relationships, commitment to quality and excellence in programs and operations, commitment to workforce diversity and human resource development.
Compliance and Security
Demonstrated experience developing and implementing plans or programs to meet or exceed contractual requirements, performance measures, regulations, and laws, including the proven ability to do so while operating within a highly sensitive national security environment.
Education/Experience:
Position requires a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution and 8 years related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation. This position is not subject to DOE Order 426.2, Personnel Selection, Training, and Qualification Requirements for DOE Nuclear Facilities.
Desired Qualifications:
Government Relations
Successful record of assisting in the development of complex institutional messages necessary to communicate to federal, state and local government leaders. Experience within NNSA complex under DOE O 413.3B requirements preferred.
LANL
Demonstrated experience interfacing with Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) management and a broad knowledge of current LANL operations and activities.
Project Work
Background and experience in all aspects of Procurement and/or Construction projects preferred
Work Location:
The work location for this position is hybrid and is located in Richland, Washington. Hybrid is defined as working partially onsite/partially offsite but within 2 hours ground commute of this location. All work locations are at the discretion of management and can change at any time with appropriate notice.
Position commitment:
Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 2 Years.
Note to Applicants:
For full consideration, please submit a comprehensive resume reflective of your relevant experience to the job requirements and desired skills stated above. While the posted salary range for this position is broad, offers to selected applicants will be evaluated on their skills, qualifications, and experience. It's common for selected candidates to grow into the full salary band over time. Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China, the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of North Korea, and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.
Where You Will Work
Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:
§ PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
§ Dental and vision insurance
§ Free basic life and disability insurance
§ Paid childbirth and parental leave
§ Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
§ Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
§ Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
§ Onsite gyms and wellness programs
§ Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius) Additional Details
Directive 206.2
- Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental
Directive 206.2 . Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.
Clearance: Q (Position will be cleared to this level). Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government, and must meet eligibility requirements* for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance. and obtaining such clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon the position, additional authorization to access classified information may be required, which may or may not be available to dual citizens. Receipt of a Q clearance and additional access authorization ultimately is a decision of the Federal Government and not of Triad.
*Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See
DOE Order 472.2
for additional information.
New-Employment Drug Test:
The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.
Regular position:
Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.
Internal Applicants:
Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy
Policy P701
for applicant eligibility requirements.
Incentive Compensation Program:
Position is eligible to participate in the Triad Incentive Compensation Program. You must be in an eligible position for a minimum of 3 months, before July 1st and remain in an eligible position as of the end of the fiscal year, September 30th. The annual distribution is prorated based on the number of months in the eligible position. Equal Opportunity:
Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal, state, and local laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to
applyhelp@lanl.gov
or call (505)-664-6947 opt. 3. #J-18808-Ljbffr
The Associate Laboratory Directorate, Plutonium Infrastructure (ALDPI), at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) executes the plutonium pit production mission through modernization of the TA-55 infrastructure and capabilities. The Line-Item Projects organization enables the Laboratory's mission install equipment and make the necessary infrastructure improvements to manufacture pits through design, construction, readiness, start-up, and other processes that require a modernized plutonium pit manufacturing. Late Installs Division portfolio includes the Los Alamos Plutonium Pit Production Project (LAP4) 30 Reliable subproject along with other scope elements of Chemistry and the Metallurgy Research Replacement (CMRR), PF-4 Equipment Installation-Phase 2 (PEI2) subproject, and Major Item of Equipment (MIE) with a combined total project cost greater than $3 Billion and CD-4 date into the 2030 decade.
The Manager of Projects 4 (MOP-4) reports to the Project Director (PD) for Line-Item Project - Late Installs Division (LIP-LI) and will support the PD with the leadership, technical oversight, and management of project compliance at Los Alamos National Laboratory in accordance with DOE O 413.3B. The necessary functions of the position include aspects of Project Management that includes managing contracts, specifically Request for Proposal development, evaluation, negotiations, and contract requirements management.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
Management
Demonstrated experience in managing programs with significant fiscal and programmatic responsibilities. Advanced knowledge of and demonstrated consultative experience in all aspects of program or project management of technical or operational work, including managing Services Subcontracts; review, manage and approve Subcontractor bids, submittals, staffing estimates and schedules contract oversight and operational support. Demonstrated experience in management, supervision, and development of assigned employees.
Technical Excellence
Advanced knowledge and demonstrated experience developing, issuing and managing procurement packages that include Statements of Work, Subcontractor Submittal requirements, Technical and Quality Assurance requirements, acceptance testing and receipt inspection requirements, Security related requirements and Environmental, Safety and Health requirements to ensure the scope of the procurement packages is delivered/completed. Demonstrated experience evaluating potential Suppliers and recommending those Suppliers that are most qualified based on the Management Level (Quality Level), technical and performance requirements of the item or services to be procured.
Prioritize and manage multiple tasks requiring varying and/or scarcity of resources, as well as project schedule demands and Management direction.
Coalition Building
Demonstrated success building and growing both internal and external relationships with a variety of constituencies, sponsors, other construction project organizations, higher-level managers, direct reports, and other employees. Demonstrated success guiding and leading field efforts with expertise in building and managing integrated project teams. Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills for multiple levels of employees and stakeholders a must.
Personal Leadership
Strong leadership characteristics including personal integrity and accountability, fiduciary responsibility, trustworthiness in relationships, commitment to quality and excellence in programs and operations, commitment to workforce diversity and human resource development.
Compliance and Security
Demonstrated experience developing and implementing plans or programs to meet or exceed contractual requirements, performance measures, regulations, and laws, including the proven ability to do so while operating within a highly sensitive national security environment.
Education/Experience:
Position requires a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution and 8 years related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation. This position is not subject to DOE Order 426.2, Personnel Selection, Training, and Qualification Requirements for DOE Nuclear Facilities.
Desired Qualifications:
Government Relations
Successful record of assisting in the development of complex institutional messages necessary to communicate to federal, state and local government leaders. Experience within NNSA complex under DOE O 413.3B requirements preferred.
LANL
Demonstrated experience interfacing with Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) management and a broad knowledge of current LANL operations and activities.
Project Work
Background and experience in all aspects of Procurement and/or Construction projects preferred
Work Location:
The work location for this position is hybrid and is located in Richland, Washington. Hybrid is defined as working partially onsite/partially offsite but within 2 hours ground commute of this location. All work locations are at the discretion of management and can change at any time with appropriate notice.
Position commitment:
Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 2 Years.
Note to Applicants:
For full consideration, please submit a comprehensive resume reflective of your relevant experience to the job requirements and desired skills stated above. While the posted salary range for this position is broad, offers to selected applicants will be evaluated on their skills, qualifications, and experience. It's common for selected candidates to grow into the full salary band over time. Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China, the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of North Korea, and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.
Where You Will Work
Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:
§ PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
§ Dental and vision insurance
§ Free basic life and disability insurance
§ Paid childbirth and parental leave
§ Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
§ Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
§ Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
§ Onsite gyms and wellness programs
§ Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius) Additional Details
Directive 206.2
- Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental
Directive 206.2 . Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.
Clearance: Q (Position will be cleared to this level). Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government, and must meet eligibility requirements* for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance. and obtaining such clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon the position, additional authorization to access classified information may be required, which may or may not be available to dual citizens. Receipt of a Q clearance and additional access authorization ultimately is a decision of the Federal Government and not of Triad.
*Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See
DOE Order 472.2
for additional information.
New-Employment Drug Test:
The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.
Regular position:
Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.
Internal Applicants:
Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy
Policy P701
for applicant eligibility requirements.
Incentive Compensation Program:
Position is eligible to participate in the Triad Incentive Compensation Program. You must be in an eligible position for a minimum of 3 months, before July 1st and remain in an eligible position as of the end of the fiscal year, September 30th. The annual distribution is prorated based on the number of months in the eligible position. Equal Opportunity:
Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal, state, and local laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to
applyhelp@lanl.gov
or call (505)-664-6947 opt. 3. #J-18808-Ljbffr