Project Manager

COMPA Industries, Inc.
Los Alamos, NM

Project Manager - Immediate Hiring


Los Alamos National Laboratory | Los Alamos, NM

Salary: $62 - $68 per hour + Per diem or Relocation packages (when applicable)

Schedule: 4/10 with expected overtime (Graveyard Shift may be required)


Are you an experienced construction project leader with nuclear or DOE experience looking to work on mission-critical infrastructure supporting national security?


COMPA Industries is hiring Project Manager / Construction Superintendents to support major projects at Los Alamos National Laboratory. These roles support construction and facility upgrades inside one of the nation’s most critical nuclear facilities.


Mandatory Experience Requirement – Please Read Before Applying

Candidates must meet all of the following requirements to be considered for this role:

  • Nuclear experience is required – applications without direct nuclear project experience will not be considered.
  • Minimum of 10 years of construction or engineering-related experience.
  • Must be able and willing to work graveyard shifts.
  • Ability to acquire a DOE Q Clearance


What You’ll Do

  • Lead construction projects valued up to $500K within LANL facilities
  • Manage scope, schedule, and budget performance using EVMS and project controls
  • Coordinate craft teams, subcontractors, and project stakeholders to ensure successful execution
  • Conduct constructability reviews and field oversight during project execution
  • Identify project risks, investigate incidents, and implement corrective actions
  • Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and nuclear facility requirements


What We’re Looking For

  • 10+ years of experience in construction, engineering, or project management
  • Experience working in nuclear, DOE, or highly regulated industrial environments
  • Demonstrated leadership managing field teams and complex projects
  • Ability to interpret blueprints, drawings, and technical documents
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work with senior stakeholders


Position Details

  • Location: Los Alamos National Laboratory – TA-55
  • Schedule: 4x10 schedule with potential overtime
  • Duration: 1-year assignment with extensions possible (up to 5 years)
  • Environment: On-site construction within nuclear facility operations
  • Clearance: Active DOE Q Clearance required


Why This Role Stands Out

  • Work on national security infrastructure
  • Support one of the most important nuclear facilities in the United States
  • Long-term project pipeline with extension potential
  • Opportunity to lead critical construction initiatives


Equal Opportunity

COMPA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Applicants will be considered regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or protected Veteran status.


Note: COMPA's policy may disqualify applicants with certain criminal histories from employment in specific positions.