What are the responsibilities and job description for the Subcontract Technical Representative 2/3 position at Los Alamos National Laboratory?
What You Will Do
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.
As a Subcontract Technical Representative in the Logistics Modernization, Systems, and Subcontract Management group, perform as a single point of contact for customers, stakeholders, 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.
Subcontract Technical Representative 2 $94,500 - $154,600
As a Subcontract Technical Representative 2, you will help support the oversight of over 600 subcontracted employees that support diverse and multiple facets of operations throughout the site.
Subcontract Technical Representative 3 $104,100 - $172,200
STR level 3 is expected to independently be responsible for the management of subcontracts from conception to closeout. The level 3 STR is expected to mentor level 1 and 2 STRs and support STR 4s
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What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
Applicable Field Experience
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 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 8 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:
Work Location: The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.
Work Schedule: This position may require 24/7 coverage, which could involve working a shift/weekend schedule.
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.
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 August 8th, 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-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (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.
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.
Regular position: Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.
Term position: Regular-status Laboratory employees applying for term-status positions may retain regular status with approval of the cognizant Principle Associate Director.
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 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 such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505)-664-6947 opt. 3.
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.
As a Subcontract Technical Representative in the Logistics Modernization, Systems, and Subcontract Management group, perform as a single point of contact for customers, stakeholders, 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.
Subcontract Technical Representative 2 $94,500 - $154,600
As a Subcontract Technical Representative 2, you will help support the oversight of over 600 subcontracted employees that support diverse and multiple facets of operations throughout the site.
Subcontract Technical Representative 3 $104,100 - $172,200
STR level 3 is expected to independently be responsible for the management of subcontracts from conception to closeout. The level 3 STR is expected to mentor level 1 and 2 STRs and support STR 4s
#shiftwork
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
Applicable Field Experience
- Relevant experience in directly or indirectly related fields in any of the following roles: foreman, field engineer, contracting, procurement technician, or craft.
- Background in providing maintenance support services across operational or facilities environments.
- Understanding of internal and external policies and procedures (including LANL or equivalent private-sector standards).
- Ability to execute safe, secure, and high-quality maintenance and site services tasks.
- Familiarity with regulations affecting maintenance and site-services subcontract management.
- Knowledge of subcontract lifecycle processes including bidder pre-qualification, subcontract award, performance monitoring, back-charge procedures, and resolution of claims or disputes.
- Proven ability to set, meet, and execute performance goals as both a collaborative team member and a self-directed employee.
- 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.
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 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 8 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:
- 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.
- Experience in the formation and administration of subcontracts through the several steps of bidder pre-qualification, compilation of bid requests, receipt of bids, bid evaluation, award, monitoring the performance of contractors, back charge procedures, resolution of claims and disputes, and other such related steps.
- Demonstrated success as a change agent or visionary to drive culture change and innovation.
- Q clearance
Work Location: The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.
Work Schedule: This position may require 24/7 coverage, which could involve working a shift/weekend schedule.
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.
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 August 8th, 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-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (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.
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.
Regular position: Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.
Term position: Regular-status Laboratory employees applying for term-status positions may retain regular status with approval of the cognizant Principle Associate Director.
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 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 such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505)-664-6947 opt. 3.
Salary : $94,500 - $154,600