Contract Project Manager - Protective Security & Compliance

Chenega Security; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Chenega Security seeks a Project Manager to serve as the primary interface with the Contracting Officer and COR, ensuring compliant, timely delivery of DOE contract requirements. You will lead strategic project management activities, oversee performance metrics, and drive execution across teams.

The role requires strong leadership, experience in protective force operations, and active DOE Q clearance. This is an on-site position in Albuquerque, NM.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in protective force operations, preferably within DOE/NNSA or similar high-security environments.
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage staffing levels, and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for reporting to Government representatives.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the Contractor’s primary point of contact with the Contracting Officer (CO) and COR, ensuring effective communication.
• Provide strategic leadership and oversight for all project management activities and contract performance.
• Develop, implement, and enforce policies, work standards, and procedures for compliant execution of contract requirements.
• Plan, assign, and manage work schedules while overseeing daily operations for timely performance.
• Supervise personnel, ensuring appropriate staffing levels and professional development.
• Identify, analyze, and resolve performance issues, implementing corrective actions as needed.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to maintain compliant DOE processes.
• Prepare and review reports, deliverables, and documentation per contract terms and timelines.
• Communicate policies, priorities, and objectives to personnel to align with DOE mission goals.
• Establish and manage QA/QC programs to meet performance and service delivery standards.
• Ensure full compliance with DOE directives, federal regulations, and contract requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Supervisory experience

Communication skills

DOE Q clearance

Security operations

Job description

Chenega Security seeks a Project Manager to serve as the primary interface with the Contracting Officer and COR, ensuring compliant, timely delivery of DOE contract requirements. You will lead strategic project management activities, oversee performance metrics, and drive execution across teams.

The role requires strong leadership, experience in protective force operations, and active DOE Q clearance. This is an on-site position in Albuquerque, NM.