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Los Alamos National Laboratory · 21 hours ago

Constructability Review Engineer 3/4

Los Alamos, NM

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$104K/yr - $172K/yr

8+ years exp

Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is seeking a skilled professional to join their Engineering Services Division as a Constructability Review Engineer. This role involves providing innovative engineering solutions, supporting commercial non-nuclear facilities, and ensuring compliance with operational standards through constructability reviews and project support.

Security

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Support the LANL CR Program with expertise in engineering project delivery requirements, quality management, or both

Work with the Integrated Project Team (IPT), other CR Team Members, project subcontractors, and LANL project personnel representing engineering and quality constructability requirements

Draft and/or record CR Plans, evaluate their effectiveness, and capture Lessons Learned to incorporate back into the CR Program

Mentor and lead other CR Program team members in the implementation and understanding of CR policies, plans, and procedures

Provide laboratory management with recommendations and advice

Establish and refine CR Program processes and procedures

Make recommendations to LANL engineering, quality, or other project processes and procedures to support the CR Program

Support the Team Lead in work planning, project staffing, and recruitment

Qualification

Construction techniquesDesign document reviewConstruction engineering principlesConstruction schedulingQuality managementLean construction certificationSix Sigma certificationAutoCADRevitCommunication skillsCritical thinkingCross-functional collaboration

Required

Familiarity with construction techniques, materials, and equipment; building codes, standards, and regulations applicable to construction projects

Experience reviewing design documents (e.g., blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications) for feasibility and alignment with project requirements; working on multi-disciplinary engineering and construction teams

Ability to anticipate and mitigate construction-related issues before and during project execution

Strong verbal and written communication skills for presenting constructability insights to designers, engineers, and project managers; computer skills, including the use of spreadsheets, presentations, and project documentation tools

Knowledge of workplace safety standards and practices, particularly in construction environments

Experience analyzing material selection, site logistics, and equipment requirements to enhance project efficiency; working with contractors and suppliers to ensure constructability recommendations are actionable and practical; identifying and addressing constructability challenges during project design, planning, and execution phases

Familiarity with construction engineering principles, methods, and practices

Strong critical-thinking skills to evaluate innovative construction methods and technologies

Ability to assess and optimize designs for efficient construction, minimizing risks, costs, and timelines; facilitate cross-functional collaboration between design, construction, and operations teams

Skilled in coordinating constructability reviews and integrating feedback from various stakeholders

Proficiency in construction scheduling, cost estimating, and project delivery processes

Position requires a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Quality Assurance, or Industrial Systems Engineering or a related field and 8 year of related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation

Position requires a Bachelor's Degree Engineering, Quality Assurance, or Industrial Systems Engineering and 12 years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly relevant to the occupation

Preferred

Experience in large-scale, complex projects such as industrial facilities, infrastructure, or energy projects is preferred

Strong understanding of construction engineering principles, methods, and practices

Proficiency in construction management and engineering software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit, Primavera, or BIM tools)

Lean construction or Six Sigma certification

Familiarity with sustainable construction practices and green building standards (e.g., LEED)

Experience with Design-Build or Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) methods

Registered Engineer in Training (EIT) or licensed Professional Engineer (PE)

Demonstrated experience using and interpreting industry, regulatory, or Department of Energy/National Nuclear Security Administration (DOE/NNSA) codes, standards, and criteria pertinent to the construction discipline

Knowledge of DOE and LANL Engineering Standards and Conduct of Engineering