DOE Contract Project Manager — Strategic Ops & Compliance

Chenega Security International; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Chenega Security International seeks a Project Manager to serve as the primary interface with DOE CO/COR and drive contract performance in a high-security setting. Based in Kentucky, this on-site role requires DOE Q clearance and strong leadership of protections and operations.

You will oversee planning, reporting, and execution of contract deliverables, ensuring regulatory compliance, quality standards, and timely results for a mission-critical program.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in protective force operations, preferably within the DOE/NNSA, or a comparable federal/high-security environment.
• Demonstrated experience managing and supervising personnel in security or protective force contracts, with accountability for operational performance and compliance.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with ability to convey information clearly to personnel, stakeholders, and Government representatives.
• Active DOE Q clearance.
• Possession of a valid state driver’s license to operate government or contractor vehicles as required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the Contractor’s primary point of contact and authorized interface with the Contracting Officer (CO) and Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR), ensuring effective communication and responsiveness.
• Provide strategic leadership, direction, and oversight for all project management activities and contract performance.
• Develop, implement, and enforce policies, work standards, and operational procedures to support efficient and compliant execution of contract requirements.
• Plan, assign, and manage work schedules while overseeing daily operations to ensure timely and successful contract performance.
• Supervise personnel, ensuring appropriate staffing levels, workforce performance, accountability, and professional development.
• Identify, analyze, and resolve performance issues or discrepancies, implementing corrective and preventive actions as needed.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to develop, refine, and maintain compliant processes and procedures aligned with DOE and federal requirements.
• Prepare, review, and submit all required reports, deliverables, and documentation in accordance with contract terms and established timelines.
• Communicate organizational policies, priorities, and objectives to personnel to ensure alignment with contract and DOE mission goals.
• Establish, implement, and manage quality assurance and quality control programs to ensure achievement of all performance and service delivery standards.
• Ensure full compliance with all applicable DOE directives, federal regulations, and contract-specific requirements.

Job description

Chenega Security International seeks a Project Manager to serve as the primary interface with DOE CO/COR and drive contract performance in a high-security setting. Based in Kentucky, this on-site role requires DOE Q clearance and strong leadership of protections and operations.

You will oversee planning, reporting, and execution of contract deliverables, ensuring regulatory compliance, quality standards, and timely results for a mission-critical program.