Senior Construction Operations Manager – Nuclear Facilities

Senior Construction Operations Manager - Nuclear Facilities (DOE/LANL)

Company: COMPA Industries

Location: Los Alamos, NM | 100% Onsite

Compensation: $50/hr

Schedule: 9/80A

Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship Required

Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q Clearance

COMPA Industries is seeking a Senior Construction Operations Manager to provide senior-level leadership and oversight for construction activities and operational deliverables within a Hazard Category 2, Security Classification 2 radiological facility at Los Alamos National Laboratory. In this role, you'll be responsible for end-to-end construction project success - ensuring quality, safety, regulatory compliance, and on-schedule delivery for complex projects that directly support the DOE mission.

This is a leadership role with real authority and broad responsibility. You'll oversee workers, subcontractors, budgets, and documentation while driving consistent application of construction engineering standards across multiple concurrent projects. If you're a seasoned construction professional with deep DOE experience and the credibility to lead in a highly regulated nuclear environment, this role was built for you.

• U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q Clearance
• 15+ years of experience in the construction field
• Minimum 5 years of direct experience supporting the DOE mission
• Professional and safety certifications relevant to construction within the DOE and nuclear complex

• Provide senior oversight of construction activities and operational deliverables, ensuring quality, accuracy, efficiency, and successful completion
• Ensure all work is performed safely and on schedule within a Hazard Category 2, Security Classification 2 radiological facility
• Maintain full compliance with Laboratory policies and applicable DOE regulatory requirements
• Organize and oversee construction and field controls operations across multiple project groups
• Coordinate across groups to ensure proper staffing, technical compliance, and execution
• Manage budgets and provide direct oversight of workers and subcontractors
• Ensure consistent application of construction engineering standards and practices across all projects
• Identify documentation gaps and develop documentation to address them
• Install and improve processes to enhance operational efficiency and compliance
• Oversee quality control and assurance activities; manage complex technical issues in alignment with NQA-1 standards
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders, customers, and project teams at all levels

• 15+ years of experience in the construction field
• 5+ years of direct experience supporting DOE mission activities
• Professional and safety certifications relevant to DOE and nuclear complex construction
• Demonstrated experience supporting construction in regulated environments
• U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q Clearance

• Prior DOE experience managing complex construction projects
• Experience in work control settings aligned with quality control and assurance (NQA-1)
• Qualifications as an Electrical Field Work Supervisor, Field Work Supervisor, and/or Responsible (Line) Manager
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering or technical discipline preferred
• Equivalent combination of education and 15+ years of relevant construction experience will be considered

For over 30 years, COMPA has been a trusted partner supporting the DOE mission and national security programs at Los Alamos and beyond. This senior role offers:

• Competitive compensation ($50/hr)
• A leadership position with direct influence over construction safety, compliance, and project outcomes
• Long-term assignment potential at one of the world's premier scientific institutions
• A collaborative, mission-driven culture that invests in its people

Join us - and don't just build your career. Build the future.

COMPA Industries is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or protected Veteran status.