GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS MANAGER - WEST

Banda Group International Llc • Los Alamos, NM

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Government Operations Manager – West Region is a senior leadership role responsible for the strategic direction and day-to-day operational oversight of federal and commercial projects across the Western United States. This position supports high-consequence missions for the Department of Energy (DOE), National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), and major national laboratories, including Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) and Sandia National Laboratories (SNL). As a Government Operations Manager, you will play a vital role in managing complex project lifecycles, ensuring operational excellence, regulatory compliance, and alignment with organizational objectives. This role requires navigating highly regulated and secure environments while maintaining a strong commitment to safety, quality, and mission success. The Government Operations Manager holds a diverse range of responsibilities that contribute to the successful execution of regional operations

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Construction Management, or a related field (PMP certification preferred).
• Minimum of 12 years of experience in government contracting, particularly supporting DOE, NNSA, or similar federal agencies.
• Comprehensive knowledge of federal regulatory frameworks, including FAR, DFARS, and OSHA standards.
• Demonstrated experience managing multi-disciplinary teams in high-security, technical, or radiological environments.
• Ability to obtain or maintain an active DOE “Q” or “L” security clearance.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion

Responsibilities

• Directing, managing, and overseeing day-to-day operations across Western Region project sites, including task orders executed under Master Services Agreements (MSAs) and Multiple Award Task Order Contracts (MATOCs).
• Providing leadership and oversight for nuclear construction activities, ensuring projects meet established engineering standards, design requirements, and regulatory expectations.
• Serving as the primary liaison for high-security operations, managing cleared personnel, escort services, and site access protocols to support subcontractor and project team activities.
• Overseeing environmental characterization and remediation efforts, including soil sampling, groundwater treatability studies, subsurface investigations, and restoration of contaminated sites.
• Ensuring compliance with applicable regulatory frameworks, including 10 CFR 851 and Integrated Safety Management Systems (ISMS), while promoting a proactive safety culture that prioritizes personnel and environmental protection.
• Acting as the primary point of contact for federal agencies, prime contractors, and key stakeholders, fostering strong relationships and ensuring successful contract performance and regulatory engagement.
• Monitoring project performance to ensure adherence to schedules, budgets, and contractual requirements, while identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Supporting multidisciplinary teams by providing technical, operational, and administrative leadership across a diverse portfolio of projects.
• Coordinating with executive leadership to align regional operations with strategic goals and organizational priorities.
• Addressing operational challenges and implementing effective solutions to maintain continuity, efficiency, and successful project outcomes.
• Maintain accurate documentation and records related to job functions.
• Collaborate with internal departments and external partners, as necessary.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable safety standards, company policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Promptly report unsafe conditions, equipment issues, or incidents to management.
• Participate in required training sessions and safety briefings.
• Perform other duties as assigned to meet operational needs.

Benefits

• BGI offers a competitive salary, a collaborative working environment, and a comprehensive benefits package for eligible full-time employees, in accordance with plan documents. Benefits may include a generous paid time off policy, 11 paid holidays per year, medical coverage, a robust 401(k) program, and participation in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), which gives employees a direct stake in the company’s long-term success.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees