Technical Project Manager 2

Technical Project Manager (TPM) 2

Compa Industries is searching for a qualified Technical Project Manager (TPM) 2 candidate to support our client at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL), TA-55.

Salary: $67 - $75/hr
Location: Los Alamos, NM (On-site)
Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship Required
Work Schedule: 4/10s (aligned with field install schedule)
Clearance: Q Clearance (ability to obtain required; not required to start)

Mandatory Experience Requirement – Read Before Applying

• Candidates must have prior experience supporting projects in DOE or NRC Hazard Category 2 facilities.

• Candidates must hold EVMS (Humphreys & Associates or equivalent) and Control Account Manager certification (or equivalent).

• Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain Q clearance and support work in a nuclear facility environment.

Applications missing these requirements will not be considered.

Impact

The Technical Project Manager (TPM) 2 plays a critical role in delivering mission-essential projects within a DOE Hazard Category 2 and Security Classification 1 nuclear facility. This position ensures the successful execution of complex technical and operational projects that directly support national security objectives.

By managing scope, schedule, cost, and risk, the TPM 2 drives performance improvements, ensures regulatory compliance, and enables safe, efficient execution of work in a highly controlled environment.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Manage and ensure timely completion of technical and operational projects from initiation through closeout

• Define and oversee project deliverables, budgets, schedules, and risk management strategies

• Lead project planning, tracking, and execution in alignment with DOE nuclear facility requirements

• Develop and manage work packages to meet programmatic objectives

• Support and implement process improvements tied to project performance

• Provide day-to-day operational and administrative management within assigned program areas

• Contribute to development and implementation of policies, procedures, and standards

• Monitor program budgets and recommend service level enhancements

• Coordinate across engineering, quality assurance, procurement, and project teams

• Provide technical guidance to staff and stakeholders

• Ensure compliance with NQA-1 quality standards and nuclear safety requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience supporting projects in DOE or NRC Hazard Category 2 facilities

• Experience with Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS)

• Control Account Manager (CAM) certification or equivalent

• Ability to obtain and maintain Q Clearance

• Experience managing project scope, schedule, budget, and risk

• Experience supporting engineering, construction, or process improvement initiatives tied to project performance

• Ability to work on-site in a secure nuclear facility environment

• Willingness to work adjusted schedules, overtime, and travel as needed

Desired Skills

• Strong background in process improvement for project performance

• Experience with NQA-1 quality assurance standards

• Experience managing engineering, procurement, and quality functions in nuclear environments

• Prior experience in DOE projects or similar federal programs

• Strong leadership and cross-functional coordination skills

Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor's degree with minimum 5 years of related DOE and/or nuclear experience,
  OR equivalent combination of education and relevant experience

• Acceptable degrees include AA, BAS, BS, or currently pursuing with equivalent experience

• Required Certifications:

  • EVMS (Humphreys & Associates or equivalent)

  • Control Account Manager (or equivalent)

• Preferred Certification:

  • Project Management Professional (PMP)

Why Work at COMPA Industries?

We strive to provide careers, not just jobs, for our employees. We invest in and serve the communities where we work and live. We provide best-in-class administrative, professional, and technical services to solve complex problems to meet customer mission-critical objectives.

For over 30 years, Compa has been a trusted partner in progress. We combine decades of technical expertise with a forward-thinking spirit, tackling intricate challenges in nuclear facilities alongside the brightest minds in science and engineering. Join us, and don't just build your career—build the future.

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