Construction Engineer

SMSI provides expert management consulting, program and project management, and technical consulting services to government and private sector clients. SMSI has grown and evolved by building an outstanding reputation for client‑focused performance and by delivering results that enable clients to meet commitments and milestones.

SMSI is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

SMSI, LLC is seeking multiple junior, mid, and senior level Construction Engineers to support construction projects for a variety of clients and projects at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL).

• Coordinate deliverables for construction closeout and turnover package development, including review and closure of all subcontractor submittals, construction and verification test data, and subcontractor as‑built documentation.
• Provide support to more experienced construction engineering personnel by performing routine construction engineering assignments at LANL.
• Assigned to a discipline position within the Construction Management Division in an administrative or technical capacity.
• Complete assigned tasks under routine supervision and technical directions.

• Minimum of 2–8 years of related experience, depending on the level for the position.
• Demonstrated understanding of capital construction projects (i.e., understand role of contractor, designer, owner).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent leadership and organizational skills.
• Capability to organize project documentation using various means (e.g., spreadsheets, databases).
• Capability with MS Office Suite and willingness to learn new software packages.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interface with clients, contractors, and consultants on a day-to-day basis.
• Self‑starter with ability to work with limited oversight.
• Candidates must be able to work onsite at LANL.
• Knowledge normally acquired through a recognized degree in an engineering or scientific discipline or specialized courses in engineering disciplines, and/or 5 years of actual work experience and certifications leading to a thorough understanding of the stated knowledge.
• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Q clearance.

• Previous experience working at LANL and/or nuclear facilities (preferred but not required).
• An active or recently inactive DOE Q or DOD Top Secret clearance is a plus.

• Depending on the level of position, candidate should have a bachelor's degree and 2 years of work experience in a related field or 6 years of experience in lieu of a degree.
• More senior level positions should have a bachelor's degree and 8 years of related experience or certifications, or 12 years of related experience without a degree.
• Knowledge normally acquired through a recognized degree in an engineering or scientific discipline or specialized courses in engineering disciplines, and/or 5 years of actual work experience and certifications leading to a thorough understanding of the stated knowledge.

• Ability to perform walk downs onsite.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Be able to work in an environment with open discussions and visitors without distraction.
• May be required to lift up to 20 lbs.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
• The physical demands described here represent those required to successfully perform this job.
• Job operates in a professional office environment and occasional construction site visits.
• Construction site visits require wearing hard hats, safety glasses, hard‑toe shoes, and climbing ladders.
• May be required to travel to other office locations and client facilities or fabrication and manufacturing facilities.

• Entry level

• Full‑time

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