Deputy Director Construction Project Execution (Project-Program Director 5)

This position is open for external candidates only to apply.

About the Role

The Construction Project Execution Division (CPE) is seeking an experienced, enthusiastic leader to lead a complex portfolio of projects. The successful candidate will provide the capabilities to CPE and relevant Laboratory elements to successfully deliver excellence in safe execution of construction projects and assure performance against relevant prime contract elements. The Project-Program Director serves as the lead portfolio manager, directs DOE O 413.3B project activities, oversees small projects including some that may be commercial scope, assists in all CPE planning and execution activities, and serves as line manager for senior-level personnel in support of innovative, disciplined solutions for the Laboratory's Excellence in Capital Projects execution.

The Project-Program Director provides senior program/project leadership and management of a complex and technically challenging portfolio, which is large in total budget and/or has strategic significance, requires multidisciplinary integration across multiple Laboratory organizations, and encompasses one or more discrete programs/projects. The role contributes to defining and articulating strategic visions and goals and to developing and executing programs/projects to support them. As the recognized authority within the Laboratory, the Project-Program Director brokers and partners with executive-level external and internal customers to determine work scope, general timeframes, and funding requirements. The role includes direct line management responsibility or draws upon deployed staff from line organizations to manage the planning, tracking, and execution of assigned program(s)/project(s).

Responsibilities

• Understand and implement Integrated Safety Management (ISM) line management responsibilities, including integrating safety into every task, pausing/stopping work, modeling exemplary behavior, fostering open communication, engaging workers in the field, rewarding positive behavior, and addressing deficiencies through accountability. ISM (worker health and safety, environment, security, and quality) is a primary responsibility for all Laboratory employees and managers.
• Function as the recognized authority and primary interface with executive-level external and internal customers to strategize, develop, negotiate, and define mission goals and program/project scope, balancing the best interests of the customer, the program/project, and the institution.
• Provide leadership, vision, strategic and tactical planning, and overall direction for execution of one or more large, complex, and technically challenging portfolios requiring multidisciplinary integration across multiple organizations. May formulate, plan, initiate, and implement new program development initiatives of strategic significance.
• Direct planning and coordination with executive-level external and internal organizations to evaluate, develop, negotiate, and maintain partnerships and strategic relationships with Department of Energy/National Nuclear Security Administration customers, other government agencies, academic institutions, and/or private industries.
• Serve as the Laboratory's lead for defined programs/projects, with authority to negotiate with executive-level external customer(s) and define work scope, schedules, budgets, funding, priorities, and performance milestones.
• Act as the lead agent of the executive-level external customer(s) within the Laboratory, developing methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria for programs/projects, and negotiating, authorizing, and directing the use of resources to meet work scope, schedules, budgets, and Laboratory goals.
• Manage large, multidisciplinary team(s) in the planning, tracking, and execution of program/project plans, either through direct reports or deployed staff from line organizations.
• Direct the integration of significant, unique, and/or complex program/project work with other Laboratory priorities and commitments, including safety, security, environmental compliance, quality, contractor assurance, and business imperatives.
• Apply advanced, expert-level knowledge to direct the development of an execution/implementation plan covering the program/project work from conception to completion, define work breakdown structures, or develop other means to accomplish the work.
• Manage the interface with program, project, and line management to ensure performance and monitor and track cost, schedule, and progress against milestones.
• Identify potential portfolio risks, develop risk mitigation strategies and corrective actions, and recommend risk acceptance/avoidance for all aspects of the assigned program(s)/project(s).
• Establish reporting and documentation requirements with executive-level external customer(s) and serve as the lead spokesperson to report status, manage expectations, and warn of upcoming issues to Laboratory executive managers and the customer.
• Implement and enforce all Laboratory and regulatory guidance and governance specific to the program/project work of assigned portfolio(s). Ensure all workers have completed requisite training on safety and security.
• Oversee all aspects of personnel management, including managing headcount, forecasting and budget(s), directing assignments, employee hiring and onboarding, providing continuous performance management and feedback, identifying growth opportunities, and ensuring proper team recognition and appreciation.
• Foster a mutually respectful and inclusive work environment free from discrimination and harassment.

Requirements

• Advanced, expert-level knowledge of and demonstrated consultative experience in all aspects of program or project management of technical or operational work, including defining work scope, schedules, budgets, priorities, and performance milestones; developing cost, scope, and schedule baselines; reporting cost and schedule variance; and managing change control and risk.
• Advanced, expert-level knowledge of and demonstrated experience in the technical or operational discipline of the assigned portfolio(s).
• Demonstrated experience in successfully developing, planning, and managing technically complex and multidisciplinary programs/projects.
• Advanced, expert-level knowledge of and demonstrated experience in implementing, enforcing, and providing guidance for governmental regulations related to technical or operational work of assigned portfolio(s).
• Advanced, expert-level knowledge of and demonstrated experience in implementing, enforcing, and providing guidance for Laboratory objectives and other statements of policy, practice, and/or procedure.
• Demonstrated expertise in management, supervision, and development of assigned employees.
• Demonstrated expertise in developing and nurturing effective executive-level external and internal customer relationships.
• Demonstrated experience in interacting effectively with all levels of external and internal personnel; building trust, gaining consensus, and resolving conflicts.
• Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills.

Qualifications

Position requires a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution and 12 years of related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.

Desired Skills

• Ability to obtain a DOE Q clearance.

Location

This position will be physically located in Los Alamos, NM, USA.

Benefits

• PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
• Dental and vision insurance
• Free basic life and disability insurance
• Paid childbirth and parental leave
• Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
• Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
• Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
• Onsite gyms and wellness programs
• Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50-mile radius)

Additional Details

Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. This requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.

This position requires a Q clearance, and obtaining such clearance requires U.S. Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon the position, additional authorization to access classified information may be required, which may or may not be available to dual citizens. Receipt of a Q clearance and additional access authorization ultimately is a decision of the Federal Government and not of Triad.

Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.

The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.

Regular position: Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.

Incentive Compensation Program: Position is eligible to participate in the Triad Incentive Compensation Program. You must be in an eligible position for a minimum of 3 months, before July 1st and remain in an eligible position as of the end of the fiscal year, September 30th.

Position commitment: Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required time, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 2 years.