IT Vendor Relationship Manager jobs in New Mexico

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 an Central Characterization Program (CCP) Vendor Project Manager (VPM) to join our team to support our government customer in Los Alamos, New Mexico.

The successful candidate will:

• Obtain qualification as CCP Vendor Project Manager.
• Interface with working groups and customers from outside organizations as needed to complete work scope.
• Provide oversight of CCP operations personnel; provide conduct-of-operations leadership and expertise.
• Provide direction to assigned personnel regarding execution of work scope.
• Conduct and perform daily shift briefings and report daily plans and priorities to CCP management.
• Coordinate and supervise CCP equipment deployment, demobilization and maintenance activities.
• Perform management observations and assist with management assessments as needed.
• Develop lessons learned and task specific briefings as necessary.
• Mentor team members and provide opportunities for professional development.
• Other duties as assigned.

The work schedule for this position is Monday through Thursday from 6:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Exempt Salary Grade (28-31)

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, or
• Associate’s degree with four (4) years of professional experience, or
• High School Diploma or Equivalency with eight (8) years of professional experience is required.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a “Q” Clearance.
• Due to the nature of the work, all candidates must be US Citizens.

Preferred Requirements:

• Current DOE Q Clearance is desired.
• Preference given to candidates with demonstrated working knowledge of CCP TRU Waste Characterization activities and equipment.
• One (1) year in a supervisory role is preferred.
• Previous WIPP Project or CCP experience is a plus.

What we offer:
• Modern work arrangements to include 4-day workweeks (four 10-hour days)*
• Medical, dental and vision insurance

• Coverage on date of hire
• Surgical concierge service
• EAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more

• Shuttle commuter service from the local areas
• Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement program
• On-site fitness center and other wellness support including some public gym membership reductions
• Company paid short term disability

• Pension plan that provides monthly annuity after retirement
• Company paid life insurance (1 x annual salary)
• 401(k) with matching up to 6%

• Voluntary benefits of:
• Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity
• Long-term disability program.
• Health and Flexible savings accounts
• Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
*These benefits vary by position

Salary range depending on selected candidate's education and relevant experience

$67,817- $127,899

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.