Lead Observer - Construction Security Team

About the role

Amentum is seeking a Lead Observer to lead and oversee the Construction Security Team at Offutt Air Force Base. The role ensures continuous knowledge of the location, performance and scheduling of employees under its control and adequate observation of Amentum and subcontractor staff. It may also cover oversight of specialty items moving to and from the construction zone, supply needs and communication with program management and onsite customer leadership, and help new hires complete onboarding.

Key responsibilities

• Apply the principles of the Privacy Act, Title 5, Section 552a and applicable rules and regulations.
• Apply Operations Security (OPSEC) principles to protect critical unclassified information.
• Interact at a heightened level with the public, coworkers, customers and other staff, and act as liaison between onsite customers and program management.
• Maintain employee training records and improve the training process when needed.
• Conduct "Stop & Question" checks in closed and locked areas, parking lots and the construction site after hours and on weekends/holidays.
• Write clear, accurate reports when needed and coordinate site requirements with the project manager, including weekly schedules and new-hire onboarding (PPE, security and safety orientations).
• Ensure proper site coverage and that employees are relieved during breaks; spend most of the time on the construction site.

Required profile

• Active TS clearance.
• At least 2 years' experience in construction security surveillance, technical surveillance countermeasures, industrial or government security, construction quality assurance, or hands-on supervisory construction experience, or 2 years in a leadership role.
• Experience with Microsoft Office and detailed, timely report writing.
• Valid state-issued driver's license or permit; high school diploma or equivalent; fluent reading, writing and speaking of English.
• No misdemeanors involving moral turpitude, dishonesty, assault or battery, and no felonies; physical exam within 35 days of assignment.

Required skills

• Microsoft Office
• Detailed report writing
• TS clearance

What we offer

• Pay rate of $26.90 (good-faith estimate)
• Health, dental and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits including 401(k) matching, educational reimbursement, parental leave, employee stock purchase plan, disability and life insurance, pet insurance