Project Manager

Edgewater Technical Associates, LLC; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Edgewater Technical Associates, LLC is looking for a Project Manager in Los Alamos, NM, to support the Los Alamos National Laboratory. This role involves leading construction activities for facility upgrades in active nuclear settings, emphasizing safety and efficiency.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in construction and supervision, particularly in nuclear environments, and must be available for night and weekend shifts. Responsibilities include overseeing craft activities, conducting safety briefings, and ensuring project timelines are met.

Qualifications

• 10 years of work experience with 5+ years in construction, maintenance, or field supervision.
• Nuclear project or operational experience is required.
• Ability to read mechanical, electrical, and construction drawings.

Responsibilities

• Provide field leadership for construction activities.
• Supervise multiple craft disciplines during scheduled activities.
• Conduct pre-job briefings and promote compliance with safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Supervisory skills

Communication

Project management

Construction knowledge

Tools

Primavera P6

Job description

Edgewater Technical Associates is seeking qualified candidates for a Project Manager opportunity in Los Alamos, NM to support the Los Alamos National Laboratory.

Work Location: 100% Onsite – TA55– PLANT

Work Schedule: Nightshift and weekend work required

Summary

The Construction Superintendent team at Los Alamos National Laboratory is seeking Project Managers to support facility upgrade and renovation projects within active nuclear facilities. This position focuses on execution of field construction activities associated with facility modifications rather than cradle‑to‑grave construction project management.

The Project Manager will oversee and coordinate craft activities related to facility improvements or upgrades (e.g., glovebox installations, piping modifications, electrical equipment installations). A successful candidate will work closely with craft foremen, planners, engineering personnel, and project stakeholders to safely and efficiently execute work in accordance with approved work packages, schedules, and LANL requirements.

Duties

• Provide field leadership and oversight for construction and maintenance activities associated with facility upgrades, renovations, and modifications.
• Supervise multiple craft disciplines during scheduled activity performance.
• Conduct and lead pre‑job briefings to communicate scope, hazards, controls, and expectations.
• Interface daily with union craft foremen and field personnel to coordinate activities, resolve issues, and facilitate progress.
• Promote and enforce compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality requirements.
• Foster a collaborative work environment focused on teamwork, communication, and safe execution.
• Develop, maintain, and monitor project schedules using Primavera P6.
• Monitor field performance, productivity, and schedule adherence while identifying and mitigating challenges.
• Maintain accurate work status information and communicate progress, issues, and recovery plans.
• Review and validate work packages to ensure scope, sequencing, resources, and execution plans are clear and executable.
• Coordinate materials, equipment, tools, and resources necessary to support planned work.
• Interpret and utilize drawings, schematics, and engineering documents to support field execution and resolve issues.
• Lead constructability reviews and provide input on sequencing, access, and execution strategies.
• Participate in investigations of abnormal events, incidents, and near misses and assist with corrective actions.

Qualifications

• 10 years of work experience, including 5+ years in construction, maintenance, facility operations, or field supervision.
• Nuclear project or operational experience required.
• Experience supporting or leading facility upgrades, renovations, modifications, or maintenance projects in an operating facility environment.
• Leadership and supervisory skills to direct craft personnel and subcontractors.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical, electrical, piping, and construction drawings, schematics, and specifications.
• Basic understanding of Earned Value Management System (EVMS).
• Basic understanding of Control Account Manager role and reporting requirements.
• Ability to establish and maintain strong customer engagement.
• Ability to promote open communication to develop mutual trust and teamwork.
• Must be available for night and weekend work schedules, and overtime as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience as a CAM.

Other Job Requirements

• United States citizenship.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q security clearance.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Edgewater is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veterans, or individuals with disabilities in accordance with EO 14173.