Project Manager 3

Work Location:  Onsite - Los Alamos National Laboratory Los Alamos, NM

Rate: is open and non-exempt 

Hours: 40 Hours per week

Per diem: Expenses in accordance with travel policy

Mob / Demob: Reimbursed in accordance with travel Policy

Trip home: 1 per month after 90 days on site 

Completion Bonus: YES

US Citizenship Required

Physical Requirements: Must be capable of climbing, walking, kneeling, bending, and lifting as part of daily job responsibilities.  Ability to lift a minimum of 35 – 60 lbs.

LANL is seeking an experienced Project Manager 3 to support ongoing projects at Los Alamos National Laboratory. This role requires a seasoned professional capable of independently leading complex technical and construction-related projects with significant impact. The ideal candidate will bring 15 or more years of experience in project management and a deep understanding of project controls, scheduling, and budgeting.

Responsibilities:

• Plan, organize, coordinate, and manage all aspects of assigned projects

• Provide leadership to project teams and group leaders to ensure successful execution of project goals

• Monitor performance against budgets and schedules, identify deviations, and implement corrective actions

• Oversee personnel administration, including assigning key personnel and approving team appointments

• Review and approve project budgets and schedules

• Participate in division-level policy planning and strategic development

• Coordinate and manage complex, multi-functional projects within a single business line

• Apply creative and effective problem-solving to resolve complex project issues

• Serve as a subject matter expert with broad decision-making latitude

• May serve as a Control Account Manager (CAM), supporting earned value, reporting, and corrective action implementation

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 15 years of relevant experience in project management, engineering, construction, project controls, or procurement

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, or a related field; equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered

• Extensive knowledge of project management tools and techniques, including planning, budgeting, and performance measurement

• Proven experience delivering detailed status reports and applying corrective actions when necessary

• Advanced understanding of Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) and Control Account Management (CAM) practices

• Strong ability to develop innovative solutions and manage high-level, technical work independently

• Experience managing projects within DOE, federal, or high-security environments is highly desirable

Preferred Experience:

• Background in nuclear, oil and gas, DoE, or federal construction environments

• Structural, mechanical, or electrical project experience preferred

• Prior DOE Q clearance or ability to obtain a Q Clearance.