Project Manager II

Company: Longenecker & Associates
Location: Los Alamos
Posted on: February 20, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description OVERVIEW Longenecker & Associates (L&A) seeks a motivated Project Manager 2 to contribute to our mission supporting our work at Los Alamos National Lab. 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 Management (CM) Division team at the Los Alamos National Laboratory invites candidates to apply for a Project Manager 2/ Superintendent 3 to lead projects while working to achieve Lab missions. The Project Manager 2/ Superintendent 3 will be responsible for and lead projects $500k and provide oversight to Superintendent 2’s as necessary. May initiate the investigation of abnormal events, incidents, and /or accidents to identify the root cause and assist in implementing appropriate corrective actions. 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 an effect of schedule or cost variance and define achievable corrective action plans. May be required to present project management performance plans, status updates, trends or issues to federal sponsors. Required to work a flexible schedule- Days, Nights, and Weekends. EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS Position typically requires a recognized degree in an engineering or scientific discipline, or specialized courses in project management, and ten (10) years work experience (5 years experience in at least one of the following functions: engineering, procurement and construction) leading to a thorough understanding of the knowledge described above, or any combination of education and experience. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Active Q Security Clearance, 10 years in construction, Nuclear experience required, Proven leadership and management skills (organize, direct, control) a team of workers, including work schedules, project progress and resource allocation, Advanced experience managing construction projects including proactively managing project scope, schedule and budget including Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS), Demonstrated experience identifying project risks, developing risk mitigation strategies and corrective actions, and recommending risk acceptance/avoidance for all aspects of a project, Advanced knowledge of all phases and complexity levels of construction projects, upgrades, renovations and D&D, Lead constructability reviews of the design process and the potential impacts to construction cost and schedule, Extensive knowledge and experience with facility maintenance and/or construction management including systems engineering design and maintenance, safety/authorization basis, configuration management programs, work control and facility control systems, Extensive knowledge and understanding of collective bargaining agreements related to all trades, Extensive understanding of work hazards, safety practices, operating configuration, and lock-out/tag-out policies and procedures, Demonstrated ability to understand and interpret various physical, mechanical, and electrical documents, blueprints, drawings, and schematics, Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain strong and effective customer engagement, Demonstrated experience interfacing with program, project, and line management to develop clear and executable action plans to address issues or needs, Provide personal leadership, direction and technical advice regarding health, safety and environmental compliance, Demonstrated experience and skill in identifying problem areas, investigating alternative solutions and establishing a recovery Plan/Path forward, Ability to determine actions to be performed on problems affecting maintenance programs, Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills that includes reporting on project status to senior level management, project stakeholders, as well as regulatory inquiries, Demonstrated skill in the preparation and presentation of oral and written reports, Demonstrated ability to utilize and manipulate a computerized work management system in maintaining and tracking job activities including the coordination of materials and equipment delivery with vendors and suppliers, Ability to promote an open communication environment to develop mutual trust and teamwork, Ability to work in a diverse work environment, Satisfactory results of a pre-employment screening, which includes a background check and drug screening, Ability to fulfill and promote L&A core values. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS Previous experience on DOE sites and programs. LOCATION Los Alamos, New Mexico, Initial 1 year assignment with possibility of extension up to 5 years, Will pay per-diem if non-local. LANL is a multidisciplinary research institution dedicated to enhancing national security by ensuring the safety and reliability of the U.S. nuclear stockpile, developing technologies to reduce threats from weapons of mass destruction, and solving problems related to energy, environment, infrastructure, health, and global security concerns. The health and safety of our employees is our number one priority. During this covid environment, this position will continue to report on site following the New Mexico health guidelines. We have taken all the recommended safety measures to provide a safe work environment. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS May be required to work a flexible schedule- Days, Nights, and Weekends 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. 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.

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