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Los Alamos National Laboratory · 17 minutes ago

Project-Program Director 5

Los Alamos, NM

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

12+ years exp

Los Alamos National Laboratory is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. The Functional Project Management Leader provides high-level oversight and governance for the Laboratory's construction project portfolio, ensuring compliance with DOE directives and driving continuous improvement in project performance.

Security

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Hiring Manager

Margaret B.

Responsibilities

Establish and maintain DOE-aligned project management standards, governance structures, and best practices; serve as the functional SME for project management systems, processes, and performance reporting

Lead and support project reviews (IPRs, EIRs, Management Assessments) by ensuring readiness, data quality, compliance, and coordinated communication, documentation exchange, and review close-out; provide guidance across core project management disciplines including progress, risk, configuration, and schedule management

Consolidate and analyze portfolio-level performance data to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities; develop dashboards, metrics, templates, tools, training materials, and executive summaries to enhance consistency, transparency, and continuous improvement while fostering a culture of safety, quality, and accountability

Qualification

DOE project managementPrimavera P6MS ProjectPower BIPMP certificationAnalytical skillsContinuous improvementCommunication skillsCollaboration skills

Required

Experience in DOE, federal, or large-scale construction project management, with emphasis on governance, assurance, functional oversight, and familiarity with DOE requirements and ISM principles

Experience supporting or coordinating project reviews and DOE Critical Decision (CD) milestones, with strong capability in project controls, performance reporting, and tools such as Primavera P6, MS Project, and Power BI

Strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interpret and present complex technical data for executive and stakeholder audiences

Proven ability to collaborate effectively with project managers, technical teams, and diverse internal and external stakeholders

Bachelor's Degree and 12 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation

Must meet eligibility requirements for access to federal sites and programs; U.S. citizenship may be required

Pre-employment drug testing is required

Participation in LANL's strong safety culture is expected of all employees

Application must include a résumé and cover letter addressing required and desired qualifications