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Longenecker & Associates (L&A) seeks a motivated Construction Manager III to contribute to our mission supporting our work at Los Alamos National Lab in Los Alamos, NM.

L&A is a woman-owned small business and trusted partner enabling critical missions across the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) complex for more than 30 years. We contribute to DOE’s nuclear security and environmental remediation enterprise by providing the highest-caliber staff and experts.

L&A is unconditionally committed to mission success and the well-being of employees, the nation and the environment. Our team members are passionate about building a healthier environment for generations to come. We are a community that interfaces and effectively communicates with all levels of management and government. If you have a passion for excellence, seek opportunities to engage in mission critical work, and consistently exceed expectations, apply now to join our professional family.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Construction Manager III will be responsible for planning, organizing, coordinating and managing the project activities of assigned projects. They will provide direction to project teams and/or group leaders to achieve project related activities. They will monitor project performance against budget, overall progress against schedule, identify other deviations from project plan and implement corrective action(s). They will provide for project and/or group personnel administration, assign personnel for key project positions and approve appointment of others. They will provide input to, and approval of project budgets and schedules as well as  participate in division policy planning and development. The ideal candidate has wide-ranging experience, uses professional concepts and Laboratory objectives to resolve complex issues in creative and effective ways. They frequently contribute to the development of new theories and methods and are considered an expert in a field within the organization. The team member will develop resolutions to complex problems that require the frequent use of creativity and where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors. Their work is accomplished without considerable direction and may coordinate activities of other personnel. They exert significant latitude in determining objectives of assignment and determines the methods and procedures needed for new assignments.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

·       A recognized degree in an engineering or scientific discipline, or specialized courses in project management, and/or fifteen (15) years experience in two or more of the following functions: project management, engineering, construction, project controls and procurement work leading to a thorough understanding of the knowledge described above, or any combination of education and experience.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

·       Thorough knowledge of all aspects of project management tools and techniques relating to all project activities,

·       Responsible for managing, coordinating, and administering small, complex, multi function projects or studies that involve a single business line,

·       Has experience in various project management activities such as planning, budgeting and performance measurement,

·       For positions also serving as a Control Account Manager (CAM), advanced knowledge of and experience with project controls and/or project management, project budgets including cost estimating, cost control and cost analysis, project scheduling, implementation of corrective actions, developing and delivering detailed and accurate status reports and advanced knowledge of and experience with engineering functions and principles required to understand and successfully implement and monitor technical projects,

·       Advanced knowledge of Earned Value Management System (EVMS) tools and processes,

·       Advanced Microsoft Office skills,

·       Ability to work in a diverse work environment,

·       Ability to obtain a Q clearance and HRP,

·       Satisfactory results of a pre-employment screening, which includes a background check and drug screening in accordance with Federal requirements (details below),

·       Ability to fulfill and promote L&A core values.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

·       Previous experience at Los Alamos National Lab.

LOCATION

·       Onsite position - Los Alamos, New Mexico

·       12 hour shifts (Tues – Fri days, Tues – Fri graveyard, Fri – Mon days, Fri – Mon graveyard)

·       6-12 month initial contract

·       CM-ALDPI (HK112C)

·       Per diem is required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Successful candidates will be able to perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation. This job posting reflects management’s assignment of essential functions and the descriptions listed do not restrict management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING

Please note that marijuana remains a Schedule I controlled substance under Federal Law. Federal contractors must follow Federal drug-free workplace rules, which prohibit marijuana use, even if medical or recreational use is permitted under State Law.   

SALARY AND BENEFITS

As an L&A employee, you will be eligible for a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare (medical and dental), 401K plan, and paid time off. We believe in investing in our employees beyond compensation and as an L&A employee, you will have access to in-house training, career pathing, mentoring, award programs, tuition reimbursement and much more.

L&A is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran.