Job Description

Operations Support Specialist 4

Compa Industries is searching for qualified candidates for an Operations Support Specialist 4 position at the Los Alamos National Laboratory in Los Alamos, NM .

Salary: $63/hr - $68/hr

Location: Los Alamos, NM

Citizenship: US citizenship Required

Work Schedule: 4/10s, adjustable to subcontractor schedules

Clearance: Q Clearance (not required at hire)

Impact

This position plays a crucial role in overseeing mission-critical deliverables for construction activities and operations at a high-security, Hazard Category 2 radiological facility. The OSS 4 ensures safe, compliant, and timely project execution while aligning with Laboratory policies, DOE regulations, and NQA-1 quality assurance standards. This includes end-to-end oversight from planning to delivery, interfacing with stakeholders, managing documentation, improving processes, and ensuring seamless coordination across construction, field controls, and Contracts Administration.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Oversee discrete technical and operational projects related to construction.
• Coordinate various groups involved in construction activities to ensure adequate staffing and technical alignment.
• Provide consistent group support services across multiple construction projects.
• Ensure consistent application of engineering and construction standards.
• Manage and improve processes, documentation, and budgeting.
• Supervise other workers and subcontractors effectively.
• Act as a liaison with stakeholders, ensuring excellent communication and delivery success.
• Maintain safety and compliance in a DOE radiological facility environment.
• Adjust schedules in coordination with subcontractors and project needs.
• Participate in on-call and overtime work as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• 15+ years of construction experience with at least 5 years supporting the DOE mission.
• Experience managing construction in DOE or NRC nuclear/radiological facilities.
• Strong understanding of work control, quality control, and assurance requirements under NQA-1.
• Must possess or be eligible for Q Clearance.
• Availability to start by 7/28/2025.

Desired Skills

• DOE construction management experience.
• Certified Electrical Field Work Supervisor and Responsible (Line) Manager.
• A-level access and familiarity with secure/confidential environments.
• Professional and safety certifications relevant to DOE and nuclear complex.
• Proven ability to manage complex construction issues in secure facilities.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Recognized bachelor’s degree in engineering or technical discipline, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Preferred: qualifications in Electrical Field Work Supervision and construction safety certifications.

Why Work at COMPA Industries?

We strive to provide careers, not just jobs, for our employees. We invest in and serve the communities where we work and live. We provide best-in-class administrative, professional, and technical services to solve complex problems to meet customer mission-critical objectives.

For over 30 years, Compa has been a trusted partner in progress. We combine decades of technical expertise with a forward-thinking spirit, tackling intricate challenges in nuclear facilities alongside the brightest minds in science and engineering. Join us, and don't just build your career, build the future, with competitive compensation, a collaborative culture, and the chance to make a real difference for national security and beyond.

COMPA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or protected Veteran status.

COMPA's policy could disqualify an applicant who has certain criminal history from employment in particular positions.

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