Technical Project Manager 4 - Nuclear Facilities

Job Description

Job DescriptionTechnical Project Manager 4 - Nuclear Facilities (DOE/LANL)

Location: Remote / Hybrid (flexibility based on project needs)
Compensation: $108-$115/hr
Schedule: 4/10s (aligned with field installation schedule)
Clearance: Ability to obtain DOE Q Clearance required (not required to start)
Duration: Long-term opportunity supporting national security missions
Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship Required

Position Overview

We are seeking a senior-level Technical Project Manager 4 (TPM 4) to lead the delivery of complex, high-visibility projects within a DOE Hazard Category 2 and Security Classification 1 nuclear facility at Los Alamos National Laboratory.

This is a senior leadership role where you will directly support national security missions by ensuring projects are executed safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with DOE and NNSA requirements. The TPM 4 drives project success through leadership of scope, cost, schedule, and risk - while guiding cross-functional teams through complex technical and regulatory environments. If you are a seasoned DOE project leader ready to operate at the highest level of complexity, this is the role for you.

Top Candidate Profile

• Extensive DOE nuclear project management experience (12+ years)
• Proven track record managing scope, cost, schedule, and risk in CAT II nuclear facilities
• Experience leading cross-functional teams through complex regulatory and technical environments
• Familiarity with DOE O 413.3B project execution requirements
• Background in DOE, NNSA, or NRC-regulated nuclear facility environments

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage technical project scope from initiation through turnover
• Define and oversee project deliverables, budgets, schedules, and risk management strategies
• Lead project teams in planning, tracking, and execution of work scope
• Ensure alignment with Triad prime contract and NNSA requirements
• Manage control accounts and associated work packages to meet programmatic objectives
• Provide day-to-day administrative and operational management within assigned program areas
• Develop, implement, and evaluate policies, procedures, and standards
• Assist in development and monitoring of program budgets
• Provide technical guidance to project teams, support organizations, and matrixed resources
• Coordinate across engineering, construction, testing, and operational teams
• Support execution in nuclear environments requiring strict adherence to safety and quality standards

Required Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q Clearance
• Bachelor's degree plus minimum 12 years of DOE nuclear project experience, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
• Demonstrated experience managing projects in DOE, NRC, or NNSA Hazard Category 2 facilities
• Proven experience managing project scope, cost, schedule, and risk in complex regulated environments
• Ability to support hybrid/remote work with travel as needed and willingness to work adjusted schedules and overtime as required

Highly Desired - Will Set You Apart

• Experience with D&D, construction, testing, and turnover in nuclear environments
• Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) experience and Control Account Manager (CAM) responsibilities
• Experience working under DOE O 413.3B requirements including Critical Decisions (CDs), Technical Independent Project Review (TIPR), Independent Cost Estimate (ICE), External Independent Review (EIR), and Annual Project Review (APR)
• Experience with work control, hazard management, and radiological operations
• Knowledge of NQA-1 quality assurance programs
• Experience resolving complex technical and regulatory issues (e.g., Commercial Grade Dedication, Issues Management)
• Certifications: EVMS (Humphreys & Associates or equivalent), Control Account Manager, or equivalent

Core Competencies

• Senior-level leadership and decision-making in high-consequence nuclear environments
• Strong written and verbal communication across technical, regulatory, and executive stakeholders
• Ability to manage complexity, competing priorities, and dynamic project conditions
• Proactive risk identification and mitigation across all phases of project execution

Deal Breakers - Will Not Be Considered

• No experience managing project activities in DOE, NRC, or NNSA Hazard Category 2 facilities
• Less than 12 years of DOE nuclear project experience or equivalent
• Unable to obtain and maintain a DOE Q Clearance

U.S. Citizenship is required. Must be able to obtain a DOE Q Clearance. Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability. Certain criminal histories may disqualify candidates from specific positions.