Project Controls Engineer III position at Los Alamos National Laboratory

Project Controls Engineer – Los Alamos National Laboratory

Compa Industries is searching for qualified candidates for a Project Controls Engineer position at the Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) in Los Alamos, NM.

$60 - $65/hr

Los Alamos, NM

US Citizenship Required

Full-time

Ability to obtain a DOE Q Clearance

Candidates must have direct experience with Primavera P6, supporting engineering and construction projects, and project controls responsibilities including scheduling, cost analysis, and reporting. Applications without these qualifications will not be considered.

As a Project Controls Engineer supporting the Plutonium Facilities Engineering Division, you'll be at the heart of mission‑critical scheduling and cost management activities. Your work ensures project success through accurate performance tracking, forecasting, and actionable insights directly supporting national security and nuclear infrastructure initiatives.

• Perform schedule development, analysis, and maintenance using Primavera P6.
• Develop and manage detailed, resource‑loaded schedules aligned with project scope and milestones.
• Monitor schedule and cost performance; identify variances and recovery strategies.
• Prepare and deliver daily, weekly, and monthly project controls reports.
• Maintain data integrity and compliance with internal project controls procedures.
• Mentor and guide junior project controls staff.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and engineering leads to ensure consistent controls practices.
• Uphold all safety and security standards and foster an inclusive, respectful work environment.

• 5–8 years of experience in project controls for complex engineering and/or construction projects.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6 scheduling software.
• Strong Microsoft Excel and data analysis skills.
• Knowledge of earned value management (EVM) principles.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and on diverse teams.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• US Citizenship.
• Ability to obtain a DOE Q Clearance.

• Experience with DOE, NNSA, or nuclear facility projects.
• PMI‑SP, PMP, AACE, or equivalent certifications.
• Familiarity with engineering and construction workflows.

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field preferred, plus 5–8 years relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

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,