Manager Construction 3 (Shift work All)

What You Will Do

Exciting opportunity for an experienced Manager Construction to join our team within the Manager Construction Division in support of the Capital Projects Portfolio at the Los Alamos National Laboratory.

The Manager Construction 3 is responsible for the successful completion of all activities related to the execution of assigned Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) projects. In addition, as a CM, you will contribute to the overall administration and technical direction, coordination, and direct line responsibilities for field construction, including maintaining and ensuring safety and security training, compliance, and makes safety and security an integral part of every task; including taking the necessary steps to stop work if continuing the job is unsafe or compromises security. This position demands a strong on-site and in the field presence, to successfully manage the execution of assigned projects.

Manager of Construction duties include but are not limited to : Reviews project construction estimates, budgets, forecasts, schedules, and costs for acceptability. Also reviews specifications and drawings for economic constructability. Participates in the resolution of problems involving staffing, material delivery, and contract / subcontract administration. As a deployed resource in a strong-matrixed team, you will coordinate with Project Management, Design Engineering, Procurement, Project Controls and other functional departments and personnel in establishing and maintaining priorities to ensure the success of the project. Identifies issues for the project manager to ensure the success of the project. Provides counseling, guidance, and direction to Site Managers to facilitate the successful execution of the construction project. Participates in the development and / or review of operations controls, such as project procedures. Participates in proposal preparation, project planning, and scheduling by furnishing expertise on construction methods, equipment, labor, productivity guidelines, estimates of distributable expenses and labor rates. Reviews and approves preliminary estimates and project schedules as assigned. Participates in project engineering, construction review management project review meetings where approval of proposed construction budgets and schedules are required. Monitors distributable expenses in the field. Staff's construction project site teams and monitors construction personnel performance, quality, and technical adequacy. Ensures that the appropriate field procedures are in place and being adhered to. Concurs with the selection of the appropriate construction controls for the project from the generic project control system. Ensures that appropriate project training programs are identified and implemented. Fosters a mutually respectful work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. May serve as a Control Account Manager (CAM) responsible for planning, budgeting, managing, and controlling costs and schedule performance for a project or subproject and serve as a point of contact for project controls, including account scope, schedule, budget and technical performance. Ensure work packages realistically represent the duration and budget necessary to perform work and perform variance analysis reviews, determine cause and effect of schedule or cost variance, and define achievable corrective action plans. May be expected to present project management performance plans, status updates, trends, or issues to federal sponsors.

To be successful you must possess strong leadership capabilities as well as technical construction management expertise. An in-depth understanding of Laboratory goals, project management objectives, and construction best practices, coupled with the proven ability to execute to support these goals.

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Minimum Job Requirements :

Project-Program Management

Demonstrated knowledge of and successful experience in all aspects of project or program management work, including developing project plans; managing to scope, schedule, budget, documenting reports and change control actions. Demonstrated ability to successfully organize, lead and monitor a variety of team efforts to completion, often with competing deadlines, while minimizing risk.

Knowledge and Skills

Thorough knowledge of all phases of construction operations, construction quality, subcontract management, construction technologies, and project management. Understanding of government compliance standards, environmental laws and requirements. Experience coordinating with the

Project Management, Design Engineering, Procurement, Project Controls and other functional departments and personnel in establishing and maintaining priorities to ensure successful project execution in compliance with approved procedures

Decision Making and Problem Solving

Demonstrated experience acquiring resources and coordinating efforts of team members in order to deliver projects according to plan. Demonstrated knowledge of project planning tools and techniques, experience in effective decision-making, creative problem solving, cause analysis, and continuous improvement programs. Ability to identify, effectively communicate and resolve project issues and risks.

Leadership, Communication and Interpersonal Skills

Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated proficient skills in leading, coaching and engaging people. Demonstrated ability to interact with varying levels of management and staff both internal and external, building trust, gaining consensus and resolving conflicts. May be expected to present assessments, reports, plans, status updates, and issues to Senior Management to federal sponsors.

Education and Years of Relevant Experience

Position requires a bachelor's degree in an Engineering or Scientific discipline from an accredited institution and 5 years related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation. A degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management may be preferred.

Note : An applicant who was not awarded a degree from the above expectation, would only qualify by having a minimal of 13 years of directly related work experience.

Desired Qualifications :

Experience

Experience as a contractor for the Department of Energy (DOE) managing construction projects or functional portfolios. Experience working under nuclear quality standards (NQA-1, etc.).

LANL Operations

Knowledge of LANL operations, policies and procedures related to Construction Management combined with a knowledge of current LANL programs, operations, policies, and procedures. Multi-discipline supervision of unionized craft workforce.

Essential Job Functions (can perform with or without reasonable accommodation) : Walking, Climbing Stairs, Kneeling, and Balancing.

Location : This position will be in Los Alamos NM, USA in Support of Technical Area 55.

Essential Job Functions (can perform with or without reasonable accommodation) : walking, kneeling, standing for a period of time.

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.

Note to Applicants : For consideration

please submit a comprehensive resume detailing your job experiences. 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

This position is for a Term appointment. A full-time employee hired for a period of up to a maximum of 10 years. Depending on performance a Termed appointment employee could be converted into a regular appointment status, discretion with management. In addition, relocation benefits are promising, please do discuss with hiring manager for details.

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

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

No Clearance : Position does not require a security clearance. Selected candidates will be subject to drug testing and other pre-employment background checks.

HRP : 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 on going drug and alcohol testing, as well as periodic medical and psychological evaluations.

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.

Term position : Regular-status Laboratory employees applying for term-status positions may retain regular status with approval of the cognizant Principle Associate Director.

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.

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. 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 opt. 3.

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