Subcontract Technical Representative 1/2

About the role

The Subcontract Technical Representative (STR) is responsible for the management and support of construction, maintenance, or site services subcontracts from conception to closeout for the Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL).

Responsibilities

• Implement subcontract management in accordance with established Acquisition Services Management Division and Construction Management policies and procedures.
• Oversee and monitor performance in accordance with the terms and conditions of complex subcontracts and Department of Energy (DOE), Laboratory, and site-specific requirements.
• Ensure compliance with safety, security, and quality requirements set forth in the subcontract.
• Develop working relationships with project managers and their teams to support successful execution of the subcontract.
• Ensure subcontractor adherence to contract requirements, help prevent subcontractor failure, reduce project misdirection, prevent multiple lines of communication, provide appropriate technical guidance, preclude rework, and reduce compliance risk.

Requirements

• Minimum Job Requirements: Entry-level experience in the formation and administration of construction (or similar) subcontracts, including:
• Bidder pre-qualification
• Development of requests for proposals
• Definition of subcontract scope
• Compilation of bid requests
• Receipt and evaluation of bids
• Award
• Monitoring subcontractor performance
• Change order management and evaluation
• Resolution of claims and disputes
• Commissioning, testing, and close-out
• Additional Job Requirements for Level 2: In addition to meeting the requirements outlined for STR Level 1, the STR Level 2 must demonstrate experience in the formation and administration of construction (or similar) subcontracts through all phases of subcontract development and execution. Understanding of complex multi-tiered organizational structures supporting construction or manufacturing efforts. Demonstrated experience with construction projects involving one or more of the following disciplines:
• Civil work
• Structural work
• Architectural finishes
• HEV systems and controls
• Exhaust systems
• Auxiliary equipment
• Fire alarm systems
• Building Automated Systems
• Electrical distribution systems
• Multi-discipline building projects

Qualifications

• Subcontract Technical Representative 1: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction, Contracts Law, Environmental Sciences, or related discipline and 2 years of directly related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience, including specialized coursework in contract management.
• Subcontract Technical Representative 2: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction, Project Management, Contracts Law, Environmental Sciences, or related discipline and 5 years of directly related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience, including specialized coursework in contract management.

Skills

• Experience in subcontracted construction phases such as design, procurement, supervision, environmental controls, quality assurance, safety, project controls, or waste management.
• Familiarity with Standard Work Process Procedures at LANL, DOE facilities, or other 24/7 operational facilities (e.g., refineries, chemical plants, hospitals).
• Basic understanding of LANL construction management division roles and responsibilities.
• Familiarity with NQA-1 compliant subcontract execution.
• Familiarity with system/component functional testing and commissioning.
• Ability to oversee diverse multi-disciplined projects.
• Entry-level understanding of project planning, scheduling, and cost control.
• Experience in construction oversight disciplines such as Field Engineering, Superintendent, Construction Management, Project Management, STR, Waste Management, Safety, Quality, or Procurement.
• Understanding and familiarity with LANL Standard Work Process Procedures.
• Working knowledge of LANL Zero-Accident Safety programs (or equivalent industry programs).
• Experience performing construction modifications in nuclear facility operations or other highly complex, hazardous operations.
• Experience with NQA-1 compliant subcontract execution.
• Experience with commissioning and functional testing.

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)

Pay

• Subcontract Technical Representative 1: $80,400.00 - $127,900.00
• Subcontract Technical Representative 2: $96,600.00 - $158,000.00

Schedule

• May be required to work flexible schedules, including weekends, after-hours, off-shift, or rotating schedules.