Manager Construction 4 (Shiftwork All) "term appointment"

Los Alamos National Laboratory; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & vision insurance

401(k) with matching

Tuition assistance

Relocation package

Job summary

Los Alamos National Laboratory seeks a senior‑level Construction Manager to provide strategic leadership and executive oversight of large, complex capital construction projects supporting national security infrastructure.

This role integrates safety, technical rigor, regulatory compliance, and enterprise coordination.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience leading large, complex, highly regulated construction projects (nuclear/defense/major federal capital projects).
• Authority in cost control, scheduling, risk mitigation, and multi‑tier subcontract management.
• Deep knowledge of construction technologies, quality systems, and regulatory frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Direct large‑scale, high‑risk construction projects from planning through turnover.
• Establish execution strategy, governance structure, and performance expectations.
• Provide senior‑level oversight of scope, schedule, budget, risk, and change control.
• Mentor Construction Managers and Site Managers across multiple projects.

Skills

Nuclear construction leadership

Cost control

Scheduling

Risk mitigation

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related science

DOE 426.2 experience

Tools

NQA-1 quality assurance

Job description

What You Will Do

Lead the Laboratory's most complex construction initiatives. Los Alamos National Laboratory is seeking a senior‑level Construction Manager (CM‑4) to provide strategic leadership and executive‑level oversight of large, complex, high‑risk capital construction projects supporting national security infrastructure. This role serves as a senior authority in construction execution, integrating safety, technical rigor, regulatory compliance, and enterprise‑level coordination.

Responsibilities

Strategic Project Leadership

• Direct large‑scale, high‑risk, nuclear or mission‑critical construction projects from planning through turnover.
• Establish execution strategy, field governance structure, and performance expectations.
• Provide senior‑level oversight of scope, schedule, budget, risk management, and change control.
• Serve as the senior field authority with stop‑work responsibility.

Organizational & Enterprise Integration

• Lead coordination across Project Management, Engineering, Procurement, Safety, Quality, and Project Controls at the program level.
• Interface with senior Laboratory leadership, federal sponsors, and external regulators.
• Participate in executive‑level reviews of budgets, baseline changes, and project performance.

Technical & Regulatory Authority

• Ensure compliance with DOE Orders, nuclear quality standards (e.g., NQA‑1), and federal acquisition requirements.
• Oversee implementation of field procedures, training programs, and construction governance.
• Resolve complex technical and organizational conflicts impacting project execution.

Leadership & Talent Development

• Mentor Construction Managers and Site Managers across multiple projects.
• Drive continuous improvement in field execution practices.
• Foster a high‑performance, inclusive safety culture aligned with Laboratory values.

Qualifications

Advanced Construction Leadership

• Extensive experience leading large, complex, highly regulated construction projects (e.g., nuclear, defense, or major federal capital projects).
• Demonstrated authority in cost control, scheduling, risk mitigation, and multi‑tier subcontract management.
• Deep knowledge of construction technologies, quality systems, and regulatory compliance frameworks.

Executive Communication & Influence

• Ability to brief and influence senior executives and federal stakeholders.
• Strong negotiation, conflict resolution, and decision‑making capabilities.

Strategic & Systems Thinking

• Ability to integrate technical, operational, and regulatory requirements into executable field strategies.
• Proven record of delivering complex projects safely and within approved baselines.

Education & Experience

Position typically requires a Bachelor's Degree in an Engineering or Scientific discipline from an accredited institution and 8 years related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.

Must meet DOE O 426.2 requirements, including nuclear experience criteria.

DOE Order 426.2A: Requires a bachelor of science degree in engineering or related science or technology, and 4 years of nuclear experience. Job‑related education or experience may be substituted on a case‑by‑case basis. The degree may be used to substitute up to 50 percent of the experience requirement per section I 4.e of the Contractor Requirements Document (CRD).

Desired Qualifications

• Significant DOE contractor experience delivering nuclear or Hazard Category 2/3 facility construction.
• Experience with NQA-1 quality assurance programs.
• Prior leadership within LANL construction operations or similar national laboratory environment.

Physical Requirements

May include walking, stair climbing, kneeling, and balancing.

Work Location

The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM USA. All work locations are at the discretion of management.

Work Environment & Essential Functions

On‑site construction environment; indoor/outdoor.

Benefits

• 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)

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 1 year.

Term Appointment

This position is for a Term appointment. A full‑time employee hired for a period of up to a maximum of 10 years.

Clearance

Q clearance. 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 U.S. 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.

Drug Testing & Eligibility

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.

Human Reliability Program

Position is subject to the requirements of the DOE Human Reliability Program as specified in 10 Code of Federal Regulation, Part 712. These requirements include ongoing drug and alcohol testing, as well as periodic medical and psychological evaluations.

Special Requirements

Directive 206.2 – Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. This requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.

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 [e-mail] or call (505)-664-6947.