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Project Leader 3/4

Los Alamos National Laboratory

Los Alamos, NM(remote)

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$117,200–$195,400 Per Year
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Budgeting, Calendar Management, Change Control, Compensation and Benefits, Conflict Resolution, Consensus Building Skills, Cross-Functional, Customer Relations, DOE-Q (Top Secret Restricted Data), Data Analysis, Dental Insurance, Documentation, Government, Laboratory, Leadership, Manufacturing, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Project, Operations Security (OPSEC), Order Delivery, Performance Management, Problem Solving Skills, Production Planning, Project Execution, Project Lifecycle, Project Management Certification, Project Management Professional (PMP), Project Planning, Project/Program Management, Public/Media/Press/Analyst Relations, Regulations, Requirements Management, Risk Management, Schedule Development, Team Lead/Manager, Time Management, Tuition Fees, United States Citizen, Vision Plan, Work Breakdown Structure (WBS), Work From Home
LOCATION
Los Alamos, NM
POSTED
19 days ago
What You Will Do

This position will be filled at either Project Leader 3 or Project Leader 4, depending on the skills of the selected candidate(s). Additional job responsibilities, outlined below, will be assigned if the candidate is hired at the higher level.

Come join the best and brightest minds in the world at one of the most innovative and creative multidisciplinary research institutions engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. The work we do at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) matters to our country and the world!

Weapons Missions Services (WMS-DO) is seeking a results-driven Project Leader (Level 3 or 4) to lead moderately large to complex projects. This role defines requirements, develops work packages, and ensures delivery of scope, schedule, and budget commitments. At the higher level, the position assumes greater accountability for complex performance, risk management, and engagement with senior leaders and stakeholders while leading cross-functional teams from initiation through completion.

Project Leader 3 Responsibilities:

The Project Leader 3 (PL3) manages scope and ensures the timely delivery of moderately large projects from initiation through completion. This role establishes requirements and leads the execution of project deliverables, budgets, and schedules. You will guide project teams in planning and execution while developing work packages aligned with programmatic objectives and defined outcomes.

Project Leader 4 Responsibilities: In addition to the duties listed for Project Leader 3, candidates for Project Leader 4 will...

The Project Leader 4 leads large, complex projects with greater accountability for scope, schedule, and budget performance. You will proactively manage risks, lead cross-functional teams, and serve as the primary point of contact for senior leadership and stakeholders to ensure successful project execution.

Salary Range:
  • Project Leader 3: $117,200 to $195,400
  • Project Leader 4: $128,000 to $215,900

While the posted salary range for this position is broad, it is highly unusual for selected applicants to be hired at the top end of the range and more common for selected candidates to grow into the full salary band over time.

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What You Need

Minimum Job Requirements: Applicants must submit a comprehensive cover letter and resume reflective of relevant experience that addresses the minimum job requirements and desired qualifications of the position below for full consideration.
  • Education/Experience for Project Leader 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.
  • Education/Experience for Project Leader 4: Position requires a bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited institution and 12 years of directly related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.
  • Project Leader 3 Requirements:
    • Experience managing moderately large to highly complex projects across the full project lifecycle.
    • Knowledge and expertise in project management principles, including WBS, schedules, work packages, and baseline/change control management.
    • Ability to manage scope, schedule, cost, and performance, and prepare project documentation and reports.
    • Ability to serve as the primary point of contact for project statuses, risks, and issues, delivering briefings to leadership and stakeholders.
    • Proven ability to analyze, research, and resolve complex problems independently and collaboratively.
    • Strong stakeholder management skills, including consensus building, conflict resolution, and relationship development.
  • Project Leader 4 Requirements: In addition to the requirements outlined for Project Leader 3 above, requirements for Project Leader 4 are...
    • Consultative experience in all aspects of project management work and in developing and nurturing effective high-level internal and/or external customer relationships.

Qualifications We Desire:
  • Proficiency with project management and data analysis tools (e.g., MS Project and MS Excel).
  • Project management training or certification (e.g., PMI, PMP).
  • Working knowledge of laboratory, government, or federally funded project environments.
  • Working experience with manufacturing or production work planning and scheduling
  • Working experience with Conduct of Operations.
  • Working knowledge of regulatory and Laboratory requirements related to projects.
  • An active DOE Q-Level clearance.

Work Location: The work location for this position is hybrid and is located in Los Alamos, New Mexico. Hybrid is defined as working partially onsite/partially offsite but within 2 hours ground commute of this location. This is not a Telework or Remote position. All work locations are at the discretion of management and can change at any time with appropriate notice.

Work Schedule: This position may/will require 24/7 coverage, which could/will involve working a shift/weekend schedule. Employees may be eligible for the shift differential pay when assigned by their manager. Shift/weekend assignments are at the discretion of the manager.

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: 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.

Incentive Compensation Program: The Project Leader 4 position is eligible to participate in the Triad Incentive Compensation Program. You must be in an eligible position for a minimum of 3 months, before July 1st and remain in an eligible position as of the end of the fiscal year, September 30th. The annual distribution is pro-rated based on the number of months in the eligible position.

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 applicable 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 opt. 3.

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