Technical Project Manager 1

COMPA Industries•Richland, WA

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

COMPA Industries is recruiting two entry-level, developmental Technical Project Managers to serve as Risk Analysts supporting capital asset projects at Los Alamos National Laboratory’s office in Richland, Washington. The role supports project risk management through accurate documentation, routine assessments, and reporting. The successful candidates will learn practices aligned with DOE G 413.3-7A, Risk Management Guide, and the capital asset project process under DOE O 413.3B. Assignments are clearly defined and performed with regular direction, mentoring, and review. Training includes risk identification and documentation, risk assessments, and the fundamentals of Monte Carlo analysis. This is a two-year full-time contract with a possibility of extension, working a 4/10 schedule. Tuesday and Wednesday are required in the office; limited telework is available as assigned. No security clearance is required at hire, but the ability to obtain a DOE “Q” clearance is preferred. Laboratory site access is required. Occasional travel of up to one trip per year may be required. The start date is as soon as possible.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, project management, business, mathematics, statistics, or a related field; degrees in other disciplines will also be considered.
Prior work experience is not required.
Works well in a group.
Flexibility.
Attention to detail.
Basic understanding of project management concepts, including scope, cost, schedule, and deliverables, gained through education, training, or work experience.
Ability to organize information, review data for completeness and consistency, and maintain accurate records.
Clear written and verbal communication skills.
Basic proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other standard office applications.
Ability to follow established procedures, manage assigned tasks, and work collaboratively.
Willingness to ask questions, take feedback, and develop skills in project risk management and quantitative analysis.
Willingness to work on site in Richland, Washington.
Must be able to obtain Laboratory site access.

Nice To Haves

Introductory exposure to project controls, engineering, construction, data analysis, or a related field through coursework, internships, or employment.
Familiarity with basic statistics and probability concepts.
Exposure to DOE projects or capital asset project processes.
Experience with Active Risk Manager (ARM) or risk modeling.
Ability to obtain a DOE “Q” clearance; an active “Q” clearance is a plus.

Responsibilities

Help identify and document risks that could affect project scope, cost, schedule, or technical performance.
Work with risk owners and project team members to gather information and draft risk statements, including causes, potential consequences, and supporting assumptions.
Update and maintain risk registers, including risk owners, probability and impact assessments, handling actions, due dates, and status.
Participate in risk review meetings, document outcomes, and follow up on assigned action items.
Learn to assess risk probability and impact using established criteria and guidance from experienced analysts.
Build an understanding of the capital asset project lifecycle, including critical decisions and how risk management supports planning, execution, and closeout.
Learn the fundamentals of cost and schedule risk analysis, including estimate uncertainty, probability distributions, and Monte Carlo simulation.
Gather and check analysis inputs, run established risk models under direct guidance, and document assumptions and results for review.
Prepare routine risk summaries and reporting materials using established formats.
Spot missing or inconsistent information and bring questions or potential changes in risk exposure to senior staff.
Collaborate with project managers, project controls staff, engineers, and other team members to support accurate risk documentation.