Be part of the nation’s only repository for the disposal of nuclear waste known as Transuranic (TRU) waste.

Salado Isolation Mining Contractors, managing and operating contractor of the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP) is currently seeking a qualified individual to serve as a Project Manager - Maintenance Subcontracts and join our team to support our government customer in Carlsbad, New Mexico.

Relocation assistance available for this position, if relocating more than 50 miles from current residence.

The successful candidate will manage SIMCO Maintenance Projects, manage various service contracts as assigned, attend contractor briefings/planning meetings, review, request, and route contractor submittals for approval, coordinate contractor support requirements between SIMCO departments, assist in scheduling work through the T-0, T-1 and POD, and all other activities required to support safe and compliant execution of construction activities and service contracts on the WIPP Site. The selected candidate will acquire the PSTR qualification and pass an oral board within 12 months of assuming the job. Must have strong communication skills, proven ability to form and lead teams of diverse technical backgrounds to conduct assessments and clearly document results. The candidate must have clear understanding of safety requirements that pertain to maintenance activities. The candidate must be a self-starter and motivated execute assigned work activities. This position will support Maintenance backshift project oversight.

Exempt Salary Grade (30-34)

Minimum Requirements: These requirements must be met to be considered for this posting. Uploaded resumes and completed applications are the means of determination.

• Bachelor’s degree with two (2) years of experience managing/supervising construction projects, service contracts, and/or maintenance/repair activities, or
• Associate’s degree with six (6) years of experience managing/supervising construction projects, service contracts, and/or maintenance/repair activities, or
• High school diploma or Equivalency with ten (10) year of experience managing/supervising construction projects, service contracts, and or maintenance/repair activities.

Must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.

Preferred Requirements:

• Ten (10) years in a construction, maintenance, or project management field.
• Previous experience working at a nuclear and/or DOE facility.
• OSHA 30, Applicable Safety Certificates and/or other industry specific training.
• Previous WIPP Project experience is a plus.

Starting salary $78,719 per year *

*Base salary will be dependent upon candidate's background (i.e. education and experience)

Posting Duration

This posting will be open for application submissions for a minimum of seven (7) calendar days, including the posting date. SIMCO reserves the right to extend the posting date at any time.

EOE including Disability/Protected Veterans. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

If you are an applicant with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability—or unable to use—the online application system and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact (575) 234-8405 or email wipprecruiting@wipp.ws for assistance. Upon receipt of this information, we will respond to you promptly to obtain more information about your request.

Reviews, and tests for the absence of any illegal drug as defined in 10 CFR 707.4, will be conducted by SIMCO and a background investigation by the Federal government may be required to obtain an access authorization prior to employment, and subsequent reinvestigations may be required.