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Technical Project Manager 4 (Nuclear Projects / DOE 413.3B) Remote / LANL (as needed) $108/hr – $115/hr Schedule: 4x10s (aligned with project / field execution needs) Clearance: Ability to obtain DOE Q Clearance required Duration: Up to 5 years (long-term opportunity) Openings: 2 Position OverviewWe are seeking elite-level Technical Project Managers (TPM 4) to lead complex nuclear projects within a DOE Hazard Category 2 facility at Los Alamos National Laboratory.This role is designed for professionals who have deep DOE project execution experience and can operate at a programmatic leadership level, managing scope from initiation through turnover while ensuring compliance with NNSA and DOE requirements.You will be responsible for driving project execution, managing control accounts, and leading multidisciplinary teams across D&D, construction, testing, and turnover activities. What We’re Targeting (Top Candidate Profile)Proven DOE / NNSA Technical Project ManagerStrong experience managing capital projects under DOE O 413.3BBackground in D&D, construction, testing, and project turnoverExperience as a Control Account Manager (CAM) / EVMS leaderAbility to operate in high-hazard CAT II nuclear environments Key ResponsibilitiesLead full lifecycle execution of technical nuclear projects (initiation → turnover)Define and manage scope, schedule, budget, risks, and deliverablesManage control accounts and work packages aligned to program objectivesEnsure compliance with DOE, NNSA, and Triad contract requirementsDrive EVMS execution, cost/schedule performance tracking, and reportingInterface with engineering, construction, operations, and program leadershipLead project teams and provide technical direction across disciplinesSupport and participate in key DOE reviews:Critical Decisions (CDs)TIPR, ICE, EIR, APR reviewsResolve complex technical, regulatory, and quality issues (NQA-1 environment) Required QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)12+ years of DOE nuclear project experienceDemonstrated experience:Managing projects in DOE / NNSA CAT II nuclear facilitiesLeading project execution across multiple phases (design → turnover)Managing budgets, schedules, and technical scope at program levelAbility to obtain and maintain DOE Q Clearance Highly Desired (Will Set You Apart)EVMS / Control Account Manager (CAM) experienceExperience working under DOE O 413.3B (capital line item projects)Participation in TIPR, ICE, EIR, APR, and CD processesExperience in:D&D (Decommissioning & Decontamination)Construction & installation projectsTesting & turnover in nuclear facilitiesStrong background in:Work control & hazard managementRadiological operations & safetyNQA-1 quality programs & issues management Core Competencies (What Hiring Managers Care About)Ability to lead complex, high-risk nuclear projects with minimal oversightStrong project controls mindset (cost, schedule, EVMS)Excellent communication and stakeholder management skillsProven ability to resolve complex technical and regulatory challengesStrategic thinker who can align execution with program objectives Additional DetailsRemote flexibility with LANL / field presence as neededWork performed in secure DOE nuclear environmentLong-term, mission-critical work supporting nuclear project execution Deal BreakersNo experience managing projects in DOE, NNSA, or NRC Hazard Category 2 nuclear facilities Equal Opportunity EmployerCOMPA Industries is an 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.

