Senior Nuclear Construction Manager – D&D CAT II

COMPA Industries, Inc.; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nuclear construction firm in Los Alamos is seeking a senior-level Operations Support Specialist 4 to support Decontamination & Decommissioning and construction operations in a Hazard Category 2 nuclear facility. You will coordinate multidisciplinary teams, ensure compliance with DOE standards, and manage project deliverables in a secure environment. The ideal candidate has extensive construction experience in high-hazard settings, with qualifications in engineering and a proactive mindset for risk management. This position offers a long-term opportunity with a focus on safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of relevant experience in construction or operations.
• Experience working in complex, high-risk environments with multiple stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of NQA-1, quality assurance, and compliance frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Serve as key interface between facility operations and construction teams.
• Ensure safe, compliant, and timely execution of all project deliverables.
• Develop and improve processes, documentation, and operational workflows.

Skills

Construction management experience in DOE or nuclear environments

Lead field teams in high-hazard radiological facilities

Ability to anticipate issues and drive execution

Managing budgets and schedules

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

15+ years of construction experience (strongly preferred)

Job description

A leading nuclear construction firm in Los Alamos is seeking a senior-level Operations Support Specialist 4 to support Decontamination & Decommissioning and construction operations in a Hazard Category 2 nuclear facility. You will coordinate multidisciplinary teams, ensure compliance with DOE standards, and manage project deliverables in a secure environment. The ideal candidate has extensive construction experience in high-hazard settings, with qualifications in engineering and a proactive mindset for risk management. This position offers a long-term opportunity with a focus on safety and efficiency.