What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manager of Projects 5 position at Los Alamos National Laboratory?
What You Will Do
The Associate Laboratory Directorate, Plutonium Infrastructure (ALDPI), at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) manages the execution of major capital projects to update the infrastructure required to meet plutonium pit production deliverables. The Directorate is at the center of execution of capital projects in and around the Los Alamos National Laboratory's plutonium pit production facilities for U.S. nuclear weapons and is focused on updating the facility infrastructure in support of sustaining the current stockpile; providing life extensions of the stockpile; and helping to ensure the safety, security, and effectiveness of the U.S. nuclear deterrent. This is an opportunity for an exceptional project professional that will work directly with directorate leadership to ensure execution of the Balance of Plant (BOP) Division capital construction project portfolio. Reporting to the Project Program Director for BOP, this position is critically important to the safe and efficient execution of infrastructure improvement projects.
As the Manager of Projects (MOP) 5, you will provide the capabilities and relevant Laboratory elements to successfully deliver excellence in safe execution of construction projects and assure performance against relevant prime contract elements. Specifically, you are expected to be the lead project manager, assist in all planning and execution activities, and serve as line manager for all deployed Project Managers and other functions in support of executing all phases of Capital Projects. This position will report administratively to one of the Project-Program Directors in Plutonium Infrastructure.
You will assist with Integrated Safety Management (ISM) and serve as the alternate line manager performing all aspects of personnel management, including but not limited to: recruiting, employee hiring and on-boarding processes, managing headcount, forecasting and budget(s) associated with group, directing assignments, training, providing continuous performance management including annual performance discussions, identification of growth opportunities and ensuring proper team recognition and appreciation. Work with the Program Director, to define the scope of the portfolios and develop strategies and plans to address project needs. This includes developing resource needs, logistics, and assistance to management on matters dealing with Laboratory policies and procedures to ensure compliance, implements project management policies, plans, and programs for the orderly execution of projects including monitoring the execution of deliverables.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
Technical Leadership
Advanced leadership and management (organize, direct, control) of a technically oriented project management team in the execution of all levels of projects, including supervision and development of employees. Advanced experience managing construction projects including proactively managing project scope, schedule and budget including use of Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) for large scale projects. Demonstrated successful experience identifying potential project risks, developing risk mitigation strategies and corrective actions, and recommending risk acceptance/avoidance for all aspects of a project.
Management
Demonstrated ability to provide strong leadership, mentorship, prioritization, and management of assigned employees in a collaborative and participative environment to build strong teams. Demonstrated experience and skill developing and implementing organizational strategies and objectives.
Technical Excellence
Advanced knowledge and demonstrated experience managing nuclear facility and or programmatic project work. Project experience with DOE O 413.3B projects or equivalent system of requirements. Expert knowledge and expertise in the areas of construction, engineering, procurement and other project-related activities, including their interfaces and inter- dependencies. Strong understanding of financial analysis and planning concepts. Management experience in all project management functions-including formal EVMS. Advanced knowledge of and demonstrated experience in project management of technical or operational work including developing project execution plans, work breakdown structures, and work packages; managing to scope, schedule, budget, and technical baselines; and documenting baseline reports and change control actions. Advanced broad knowledge of industry standards.
Collaboration and Coalition Building
Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain strong and effective customer relations. Ability to promote an open and informal communication environment, to develop mutual trust and teamwork, and to facilitate employee self-development. Demonstrated successful experience interfacing with program, project, and line management to develop clear and executable action plans to address issues or needs.
Personal Leadership
Proven leadership and management in the following areas: personnel management, customer engagement, financial and schedule management.
Communication
Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills that includes reporting on project status to senior level management, project stakeholders, as well as regulatory inquiries.
Compliance and Security
Demonstrated experience developing and implementing plans or programs to meet or exceed contractual requirements, performance measures, regulations, and laws, including the proven ability to do so while operating within a highly sensitive national security environment.
Education/Experience: Position requires a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution and 12 years related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation (if no Bachelor's Degree then a minimum of 20 years of related experience).
Desired Qualifications:
LANL Operations
Familiarity in nuclear facility operations or other highly complex, hazardous operations, particularly as it pertains to the Los Alamos National Laboratory Mission.
Stakeholder Relations
Experience working with federal customers, or representatives, at headquarters or field office level in a strategic manner to maximize satisfaction. Experience working on integrated project teams in construction.
Certifications
Project Management Institute Project Management Professional (PMP)® certification or equivalent.
Clearance
Active DOE Q clearance desired
This position is subject to the requirements of the DOE Human Reliability Program as specified in 10 Code of Federal Regulation, Part 712,
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: For full consideration, please submit a comprehensive resume and cover letter that addresses the key requirements of the position. While the posted salary range for this position is broad, offers to selected applicants will be evaluated on their skills, qualifications, and experience. It's common for selected candidates to grow into the full salary band over time.
Work Schedule: This position may include work on alternate shifts and workdays
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:
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.
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 P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.
Incentive Compensation Program: 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 prorated based on the number of months in the eligible position.
Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse and inclusive workforce. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to 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 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 1-505-664-6947 option 2 and then option 3.
The Associate Laboratory Directorate, Plutonium Infrastructure (ALDPI), at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) manages the execution of major capital projects to update the infrastructure required to meet plutonium pit production deliverables. The Directorate is at the center of execution of capital projects in and around the Los Alamos National Laboratory's plutonium pit production facilities for U.S. nuclear weapons and is focused on updating the facility infrastructure in support of sustaining the current stockpile; providing life extensions of the stockpile; and helping to ensure the safety, security, and effectiveness of the U.S. nuclear deterrent. This is an opportunity for an exceptional project professional that will work directly with directorate leadership to ensure execution of the Balance of Plant (BOP) Division capital construction project portfolio. Reporting to the Project Program Director for BOP, this position is critically important to the safe and efficient execution of infrastructure improvement projects.
As the Manager of Projects (MOP) 5, you will provide the capabilities and relevant Laboratory elements to successfully deliver excellence in safe execution of construction projects and assure performance against relevant prime contract elements. Specifically, you are expected to be the lead project manager, assist in all planning and execution activities, and serve as line manager for all deployed Project Managers and other functions in support of executing all phases of Capital Projects. This position will report administratively to one of the Project-Program Directors in Plutonium Infrastructure.
You will assist with Integrated Safety Management (ISM) and serve as the alternate line manager performing all aspects of personnel management, including but not limited to: recruiting, employee hiring and on-boarding processes, managing headcount, forecasting and budget(s) associated with group, directing assignments, training, providing continuous performance management including annual performance discussions, identification of growth opportunities and ensuring proper team recognition and appreciation. Work with the Program Director, to define the scope of the portfolios and develop strategies and plans to address project needs. This includes developing resource needs, logistics, and assistance to management on matters dealing with Laboratory policies and procedures to ensure compliance, implements project management policies, plans, and programs for the orderly execution of projects including monitoring the execution of deliverables.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
Technical Leadership
Advanced leadership and management (organize, direct, control) of a technically oriented project management team in the execution of all levels of projects, including supervision and development of employees. Advanced experience managing construction projects including proactively managing project scope, schedule and budget including use of Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) for large scale projects. Demonstrated successful experience identifying potential project risks, developing risk mitigation strategies and corrective actions, and recommending risk acceptance/avoidance for all aspects of a project.
Management
Demonstrated ability to provide strong leadership, mentorship, prioritization, and management of assigned employees in a collaborative and participative environment to build strong teams. Demonstrated experience and skill developing and implementing organizational strategies and objectives.
Technical Excellence
Advanced knowledge and demonstrated experience managing nuclear facility and or programmatic project work. Project experience with DOE O 413.3B projects or equivalent system of requirements. Expert knowledge and expertise in the areas of construction, engineering, procurement and other project-related activities, including their interfaces and inter- dependencies. Strong understanding of financial analysis and planning concepts. Management experience in all project management functions-including formal EVMS. Advanced knowledge of and demonstrated experience in project management of technical or operational work including developing project execution plans, work breakdown structures, and work packages; managing to scope, schedule, budget, and technical baselines; and documenting baseline reports and change control actions. Advanced broad knowledge of industry standards.
Collaboration and Coalition Building
Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain strong and effective customer relations. Ability to promote an open and informal communication environment, to develop mutual trust and teamwork, and to facilitate employee self-development. Demonstrated successful experience interfacing with program, project, and line management to develop clear and executable action plans to address issues or needs.
Personal Leadership
Proven leadership and management in the following areas: personnel management, customer engagement, financial and schedule management.
Communication
Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills that includes reporting on project status to senior level management, project stakeholders, as well as regulatory inquiries.
Compliance and Security
Demonstrated experience developing and implementing plans or programs to meet or exceed contractual requirements, performance measures, regulations, and laws, including the proven ability to do so while operating within a highly sensitive national security environment.
Education/Experience: Position requires a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution and 12 years related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation (if no Bachelor's Degree then a minimum of 20 years of related experience).
Desired Qualifications:
LANL Operations
Familiarity in nuclear facility operations or other highly complex, hazardous operations, particularly as it pertains to the Los Alamos National Laboratory Mission.
Stakeholder Relations
Experience working with federal customers, or representatives, at headquarters or field office level in a strategic manner to maximize satisfaction. Experience working on integrated project teams in construction.
Certifications
Project Management Institute Project Management Professional (PMP)® certification or equivalent.
Clearance
Active DOE Q clearance desired
This position is subject to the requirements of the DOE Human Reliability Program as specified in 10 Code of Federal Regulation, Part 712,
- 712.11. These requirements include ongoing drug and alcohol testing, as well as periodic medical and psychological evaluations.
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: For full consideration, please submit a comprehensive resume and cover letter that addresses the key requirements of the position. While the posted salary range for this position is broad, offers to selected applicants will be evaluated on their skills, qualifications, and experience. It's common for selected candidates to grow into the full salary band over time.
Work Schedule: This position may include work on alternate shifts and workdays
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)
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.
- 712.11. These requirements include ongoing drug and alcohol testing, as well as periodic medical and psychological evaluations.
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 P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.
Incentive Compensation Program: 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 prorated based on the number of months in the eligible position.
Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse and inclusive workforce. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to 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 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 1-505-664-6947 option 2 and then option 3.
