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Los Alamos National Laboratory · 15 hours ago

Science/Engineering Project Leader 2/3

Los Alamos, NM

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$125K/yr - $211K/yr

5+ years exp

Los Alamos National Laboratory is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. The Science/Engineering Project Leader will manage complex projects related to analytical chemistry, overseeing teams and ensuring successful project execution while interfacing with various stakeholders.

Security

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Manage moderately complex scientific or engineering projects related to analytical chemistry, ensuring successful completion within approved scope, schedule, and budget

Applies knowledge and experience in developing scientific or engineering project plans and detailed work breakdown structures, negotiating work packages, and assigning various aspects of work to complete project deliverables

Oversees mid-sized project team(s) in the planning, tracking, and execution of project plans from initiation to completion

Under limited direction, monitors performance and manages, under change control, the project scope, schedule, budget, and baselines

Identify and mitigate project risks, and recommend risk acceptance/avoidance strategies

Serve as the primary spokesperson to report project status and issues to management

Develop and provide the information and graphics needed to report project status and issues to the program manager and to LANL senior managers and workers

Exerts significant latitude in negotiating with program and line managers to ensure that resources are available to accomplish the work, to identify procurement and contracting needs, and to marshal resources to complete project deliverables within the scope, schedules, and budgets defined in project work packages

Provide direction and leadership to multidisciplinary project team(s) in the planning, tracking, and execution of project plans from initiation to completion

Present project status and issues to the program manager and to Laboratory senior managers and workers as needed

Qualification

Analytical ChemistryData VisualizationProject ManagementNuclear ExperienceStakeholder ManagementContinuous ImprovementTeamworkLeadershipCommunication SkillsCross-functional CollaborationNegotiation SkillsConflict ResolutionTechnical CommunicationActive ListeningFeedback Openness

Required

Proven ability to conceptualize and communicate technical information in a clear and concise manner through the appropriate medium to meet stakeholder needs

Experience developing and executing successful communication plans

Experience creating and presenting informative and persuasive content, including data visualization tools and graphics

Demonstrated experience monitoring and analyzing communication metrics and feedback related to complex technical projects in order to evaluate the effectiveness of communication strategies

Experience making and implementing data-driven recommendations for improvement based on thorough understanding of the production environment

The ideal candidate has a strong background in cross-functional collaboration

Uses active listening skills to identify issues and engage in negotiation and conflict resolution to come to mutually acceptable solutions and meet customer requirements

Demonstrated ability to successfully plan, organize, lead and track assigned tasks and deliverables to completion

Ability to interact effectively with all levels of personnel, including management, to build trust, gain consensus and resolve conflicts

Demonstrated experience and skill in developing and implementing organizational strategies and objectives

Demonstrated effective leadership skills including openness to feedback and the ability to negotiate and motivate

Experience overseeing the entire planning process, setting strategic direction, and ensuring alignment with organizational goals

Experience leading all aspects of large complex scientific or engineering project(s) and applying broad knowledge and expertise in relevant areas to complete project deliverables and evaluate their accuracy and quality

Education requirement at lower level: Bachelor's degree in a science or engineering related field, from an accredited institution and 5 years directly related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation. At this level an advanced degree is typically expected

Education requirement at higher level: Bachelor's degree in a science or engineering related field, from an accredited institution and 8 years directly related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation. At this level an advanced degree is typically expected

Clearance: Q (Position will be cleared to this level). Sigma 15

Preferred

Data Visualization/Analysis: experience with data management systems or data visualization software. Experience compiling, interpreting, and presenting metrics or performance data to support decision-making and improve transparency

Nuclear Experience: Experience working in or closely supporting a Nuclear Facility or one of the national security missions executed in ALDWP

Project/Program Management: Experience in the professional management of discrete projects or the professional activities related to the overall management of an assigned program portfolio. Experience with development of project deliverables, budgets, and schedules, as well as the planning, tracking, and execution of the project from initiation to completion

Training/Certifications: Project Management Institute certification