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Project Leader 2/3

Los Alamos National Laboratory

Los Alamos, NM

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$96,600–$158,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Accounting Close, Analytical Chemistry, Baseline Schedule, Biological Assay, Budgeting, Capital Project, Change Control, Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Construction, Construction Engineering, Construction Planning, Construction Projects, Contract Management, Cost Estimates, Customer Relations, Dental Insurance, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Establish Priorities, Forensic Science, Government, Industrial Research, Infrastructure Construction, Laboratory, Leadership, Maintenance Services, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Product Family, Negotiation Skills, Operations Security (OPSEC), Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Process Improvement, Project Development, Project Engineering, Project Planning, Project/Program Coordination, Project/Program Management, Purchasing/Procurement, Technical Leadership, Technical Research, Time Management, Tuition Fees, United States Citizen, Vendor/Supplier Relations, Vendor/Supplier Selection, Vision Plan, Work Breakdown Structure (WBS), Writing Skills
LOCATION
Los Alamos, NM
POSTED
5 days ago
What You Will Do

This position is open for external candidates only to apply.

Project Leader 2 ( $ 96,600 - $158,000)

The successful applicant will provide project management and coordination support for international safeguards, nuclear forensics and in vitro bioassay programs. The project leader 2 will be responsible for interfacing with technical leads to coordinate and deconflict work, set priorities and schedule and track execution of deliverables for approximately $45M of technical programs ranging from small, short duration efforts driven by single primary investigators to large, ongoing programs executed by 20-30 staff. The project leader 2 will function as a member of the Trace Analytical Chemistry team's project management functional area to ensure work scope and budgets are appropriately estimated and that resources are available to execute work. The project leader 2 will be responsible for overseeing large, complex equipment purchases and ensuring delivery and installation within the period of performance; interfacing with external vendors; securing and managing contracts for equipment warranties and service agreements; and meeting LANL requirements for capital purchases. In addition, the Project Leader 2 will be responsible for tracking costs, commitments and accruals to ensure costs and revenue are balanced at fiscal year closing.

Project Leader 3 ($117,200 - $195,400)

The Project Leader 3 level will include all job requirements of the Project Leader 2 as well as the ability to coordinate and oversee programmatic input into several capital construction projects focused on expanding capabilities to meet program growth. This effort will involve coordinating with the technical organizations, infrastructure planning and construction organizations; estimating cost and timeline for installation of programmatic equipment; and overseeing execution upon completion of the facility construction. The project Leader 3 will interface with direct line management, customers and supporting Laboratory organizations to independently execute work.

What You Need

Minimum Job Requirements:
  • Working knowledge of and experience in managing moderately large/complex technical projects
  • Demonstration of ability to successfully complete projects within approved scope, schedule, and budget baseline, including experience in developing project plans, work breakdown structures, and work packages; managing technical baselines; and documenting baseline reports and change control actions.
  • Experience interfacing with customers and negotiating deliverables and deadlines
  • Demonstrated experience with system development focused on continuous process improvement
  • Demonstrated experience managing or coordinating large and complex equipment procurements, including vendor interactions, procurement documentation, delivery coordination, and installation activities.
  • Ability to work independently with initiative
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Computer skills including use of Microsoft office products
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to obtain a Q clearance, which normally requires US citizenship

Education/Experience level 2

Position requires a bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited institution and 5 years of directly related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.

Project Leader 3

Minimum Job Requirements in addition to the Project Leader 2 requirements
  • Advanced knowledge of and experience in managing moderately large/complex technical projects
  • Demonstrated experience working with external vendors
  • Demonstrated experience integrating complex work with other priorities and commitments
  • Demonstrated experience leading and coordinating multiple complex capital construction or infrastructure projects in a highly regulated, technical, research, industrial, or government environment.
  • Proven ability to independently interface and collaborate with project managers, engineering organizations, construction managers, facility operations, maintenance organizations, procurement personnel, subcontractors, and senior management.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal direct oversight

Education/ Experience level 3

Position requires a bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited institution and 8 years of directly related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.

Desired Qualifications:

  • Experience interfacing with LANL support organizations
  • Experience working in a scientific setting


Essential Job Functions(can perform with or without reasonable accommodation):

Work Environment:

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

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.

Note to Applicants:

To be formally considered you must attach a cover letter that addresses the minimum and desired job requirements of this advertisement.

Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (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.

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.

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