Subcontract Technical Representative 1/2
- Req. Number: IRC136662
- Organization : LOG-MSM/Modernization, Systems, And Subcontract Management
- City, State: Los Alamos, New Mexico
- Recruiter Name: Jacquez, Timothy
- Recruiter Email: tjacquez@lanl.gov
What You Will Do
This position will be filled at either the Subcontract Technical Representative 1 or 2 level, depending on the skills of the selected candidate. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if the candidate is hired at the higher level.
Join the largest division at Los Alamos National Laboratory by performing Subcontract Technical Representative oversight of over 600 subcontracted employees that support diverse and multiple facets of operations throughout the site.
Subcontract Technical Representative 1 $76,900 - $122,200
As a Subcontract Technical Representative 1 in the Logistics Modernization, Systems, and Subcontract Management group, you will:
Subcontract Technical Representative 2 $92,300 - $151,000
In addition to what was outlined at the lower level, at this level, STR 2s are expected to have:
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
Additional Job Requirements for Subcontract Technical Representative 2:
Training/Certifications:
Though not required, LANL or external training or certifications preferred for either level are as follows:
Education/Experience at lower level: Position requires a Bachelor's Degree in an Engineering, Construction, or Contracts Law discipline from an accredited institution and 2 years directly related experience in engineering/construction contracting practices, applicable government or commercial regulations and practices, and/or LANL policies, procedures, and work practices; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation to include specialized courses in contract management.
Education/Experience at higher level: Position requires a Bachelor's Degree in an Engineering, Construction, or Contracts Law discipline from an accredited institution and 5 years directly related experience in engineering/construction contracting practices, applicable government or commercial regulations and practices, and/or LANL policies, procedures, and work practices; or, an equivalent combination of education and related experience to include specialized courses in contract management.
Desired Qualifications:
Note to Applicants: Please submit a comprehensive cover letter addressing both required and desired qualifications and/or training or certifications as applicable. We encourage you to submit your application by April 4th, 2025, though we will continue reviewing applications as they are submitted.
Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China, the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of North Korea, and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.
Essential Job Functions (can perform with or without reasonable accommodation): Walking, Climbing stairs, Typing or keyboarding.
Work Environment: Indoors and Outdoors, working overtime or irregular schedule as approved by management.
Work Location: This position will be located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.
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 time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year.
Where You Will Work
Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:
Directive 206.2: Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.
Clearance: Q (Position will be cleared to this level). Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government and must meet eligibility requirements* for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance. and obtaining such clearance requires US 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.
New-Employment Drug Test: 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.
Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.
Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.
The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request a disability accommodation, email applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505) 664-6947, opt. 3.
This position will be filled at either the Subcontract Technical Representative 1 or 2 level, depending on the skills of the selected candidate. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if the candidate is hired at the higher level.
Join the largest division at Los Alamos National Laboratory by performing Subcontract Technical Representative oversight of over 600 subcontracted employees that support diverse and multiple facets of operations throughout the site.
Subcontract Technical Representative 1 $76,900 - $122,200
As a Subcontract Technical Representative 1 in the Logistics Modernization, Systems, and Subcontract Management group, you will:
- Perform as a single point of contact for customers, stakeholders, and subcontract managers.
- Ensure compliance with safety, quality, cost, schedule, security, and environmental subcontract performance within the terms of the subcontract while managing the subcontract from cradle to grave to ensure robust and consistent operations of the facilities throughout Los Alamos National Laboratory.
- Have entry level knowledge of formation and administration of subcontracts.
- Work in integrated teams with the diverse community of colleagues across the lab site.
- Interface with science programs, engineers, finance and accounting professionals, facility and operations management teams, maintenance teams, acquisition services, and various SMEs throughout the duration of multiple projects.
- Have a basic ability to set, achieve, and execute performance goals as a self-directed employee and coordinator of a team.
- Along with routine Subcontract Technical Representative work, you will collaborate in the modernization and creation of new programs to ensure that the Subcontract Technical Representative team in Logistics is trained, agile, and equipped to best serve the laboratory at large.
Subcontract Technical Representative 2 $92,300 - $151,000
In addition to what was outlined at the lower level, at this level, STR 2s are expected to have:
- Thorough knowledge of formation and administration of subcontracts, though you may obtain or request guidance from senior STRs (Level 3 and 4).
- A demonstrated ability to set, achieve, and execute performance goals as a self-directed employee and coordinator of a team.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
- Relevant experience in directly or indirectly related fields in any of the following roles: contract administrator, procurement technician, or project coordinator or assisting in project management roles.
- Entry level experience in the formation/administration of subcontracts including, but not limited to: bidder pre-qualification, award, monitoring of performance of subcontractors, back charge procedures, resolution of claims and disputes.
- Basic knowledge of subcontract policies/procedures outside and/or inside LANL, general subcontracting procedures, execution of safe, secure, and quality construction tasks, as well as regulations affecting maintenance and site services subcontract management or equivalent knowledge related to private sector subcontracts.
- Demonstrated ability to set, achieve, and execute performance goals as a team member or self-directed employee.
Additional Job Requirements for Subcontract Technical Representative 2:
- Thorough knowledge of subcontract policies and procedures outside and/or inside Los Alamos National Laboratory.
- Demonstrated ability to manage projects as a self-directed employee or team member, including setting and managing goals and leading the preparation/presentation of oral and written reports.
- Relevant experience as a project manager.
Training/Certifications:
Though not required, LANL or external training or certifications preferred for either level are as follows:
- Completion of adSTR or STR training preferred (previous completion acceptable even if not current on annual refreshers)
- Accredited certification from a professional or educational institution for Subcontract Managers or Subcontract Technical Representatives
Education/Experience at lower level: Position requires a Bachelor's Degree in an Engineering, Construction, or Contracts Law discipline from an accredited institution and 2 years directly related experience in engineering/construction contracting practices, applicable government or commercial regulations and practices, and/or LANL policies, procedures, and work practices; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation to include specialized courses in contract management.
Education/Experience at higher level: Position requires a Bachelor's Degree in an Engineering, Construction, or Contracts Law discipline from an accredited institution and 5 years directly related experience in engineering/construction contracting practices, applicable government or commercial regulations and practices, and/or LANL policies, procedures, and work practices; or, an equivalent combination of education and related experience to include specialized courses in contract management.
Desired Qualifications:
- Experience in the formation and administration of subcontracts through the several steps of bidder pre-qualification, compilation of bid requests, receipt of bids, bed evaluation, award, monitoring the performance of contractors, back charge procedures, resolution of claims and disputes, and other such related steps.
- Familiarity with financial, acquisition, and invoicing applications such as Oracle or Ariba and other COTS or custom software application packages.
- Demonstrated success working with fast changing demands and priorities.
- Demonstrated experience with policy interpretation and application to subcontracted work, to include safety, security, and quality components.
- Demonstrated success as a change agent or visionary to drive culture change and innovation.
- Demonstrated experience in custodial or food service subcontracts.
- Q clearance
Note to Applicants: Please submit a comprehensive cover letter addressing both required and desired qualifications and/or training or certifications as applicable. We encourage you to submit your application by April 4th, 2025, though we will continue reviewing applications as they are submitted.
Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China, the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of North Korea, and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.
Essential Job Functions (can perform with or without reasonable accommodation): Walking, Climbing stairs, Typing or keyboarding.
Work Environment: Indoors and Outdoors, working overtime or irregular schedule as approved by management.
Work Location: This position will be located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.
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 time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year.
Where You Will Work
Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:
- 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)
Directive 206.2: Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.
Clearance: Q (Position will be cleared to this level). Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government and must meet eligibility requirements* for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance. and obtaining such clearance requires US 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.
New-Employment Drug Test: 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.
Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.
Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.
The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request a disability accommodation, email applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505) 664-6947, opt. 3.
