Project Manager

Lukos LLC.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Lukos LLC in Washington, DC seeks a senior contractor lead who will serve as the Key Personnel POC and oversee all operational, technical, and administrative performance under the PWS. This role blends senior technical delivery with contract management to ensure timelines, customer requirements, quality, and compliance.

You will direct cross-functional teams, maintain liaison with the KO and COR, enforce HSAR 3052.215-70, manage invoicing, provide strategic guidance to executives, and ensure

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• PMP certification and DHS mid-level Project Management certification or equivalent.
• 15+ years of relevant experience, or 12+ years with a Master’s degree or higher.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary, dedicated contractor POC for the Contracting Officer (KO) and Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) on all matters relating to contract performance and delivery.
• Maintain direct availability to the COR via telephone Monday through Friday, between 7:30 AM and 5:00 PM Eastern Time (ET). Respond to inquiries or technical problem-resolution requests within 4 hours of notification.
• Fulfill all obligations designated under Key Personnel status, adhering strictly to HSAR clause 3052.215-70 regarding retention, replacement, and prior approval from the KO.
• Oversee and coordinate proper labor category invoicing across applicable BPA orders where assigned.
• Provide expert guidance and direction on high-visibility, executive-level projects incorporating initiative management principles, business process development, business re-engineering, and strategic alignment.
• Offer high-level coaching, advisory support, and strategic counsel to leadership and executive stakeholders.
• Read, interpret, and legally apply federal and DHS policies, regulations, and directives to all active PWS activities and deliverables.
• Perform senior-level technical/functional labor category tasks concurrently with overarching Project Manager duties.
• Manage high-complexity projects, directing cross-functional teams to complete deliverables on schedule, within scope, and under established resource constraints.
• Coordinate all project participants and perform rigorous quality reviews on work products to guarantee completeness, accuracy, and full compliance with customer requirements.
• Deliver clear, effective oral presentations and written communications tailored to executive-level government and industry leaders.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field

PMP certification

(DHS) mid-level Project Management certification, or equivalent certification

At least fifteen (15) years of relevant experience

At least twelve (12) years of experience with a Master’s degree or higher in Engineering, Business, or a related field

Job description

• A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field, and
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification, Department of Homeland Security
• (DHS) mid-level Project Management certification, or equivalent certification
• At least fifteen (15) years of relevant experience, or
• At least twelve (12) years of experience with a Master’s degree or higher in Engineering, Business, or a related field

Experience Required

• At least fifteen (15) years of relevant experience, or
• At least twelve (12) years of experience with a Master’s degree or higher in Engineering, Business, or a related field.

Job Objective

To serve as the Key Personnel single point of contact (POC) and senior contractor lead accountable for all operational, technical, and administrative performance under the Performance Work Statement (PWS). This dual-role position combines senior-level technical/functional delivery with overarching contract management, ensuring strict adherence to timelines, customer requirements, quality standards, and federal regulations while providing strategic, executive-level guidance and collaboration to the Contracting Officer (KO) and Contracting Officer's Representative (COR).

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary, dedicated contractor POC for the Contracting Officer (KO) and Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) on all matters relating to contract performance and delivery.
• Maintain direct availability to the COR via telephone Monday through Friday, between 7:30 AM and 5:00 PM Eastern Time (ET). Respond to inquiries or technical problem-resolution requests within 4 hours of notification.
• Fulfill all obligations designated under Key Personnel status, adhering strictly to Homeland Security Acquisition Regulation (HSAR) clause 3052.215-70 ("Key Personnel or Facilities") regarding retention, replacement, and prior approval from the KO.
• Oversee and coordinate proper labor category invoicing across applicable Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) orders where assigned.
• Provide expert guidance and direction on high-visibility, executive-level projects incorporating initiative management principles, business process development, business re-engineering, and strategic alignment.
• Offer high-level coaching, advisory support, and strategic counsel to leadership and executive stakeholders.
• Read, interpret, and legally apply federal and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) policies, regulations, and directives to all active PWS activities and deliverables.
• Perform senior-level technical/functional labor category tasks concurrently with overarching Project Manager duties.
• Manage high-complexity projects, directing cross-functional teams to complete deliverables on schedule, within scope, and under established resource constraints.
• Coordinate all project participants and perform rigorous quality reviews on work products to guarantee completeness, accuracy, and full compliance with customer requirements.
• Deliver clear, effective oral presentations and written communications tailored to executive-level government and industry leaders.

Education & Certification

• A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field, and
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification, Department of Homeland Security
• (DHS) mid-level Project Management certification, or equivalent certification, and
• At least fifteen (15) years of relevant experience, or
• At least twelve (12) years of experience with a Master’s degree or higher in Engineering, Business, or a related field.

Work Location

• Washington, D.C., United States

About Lukos

Lukos has been delivering professional services to the Federal Government for 15 years. We help a variety of federal agencies in areas such as national security, homeland security, international development, training, analytics, healthcare, and other professional services. Since our founding, we have grown to support all military services and multiple federal civilian agencies.

About Our Name: Lukos is ancient Greek for "wolf". The characteristics of the wolf match our approach to national security. The wolf is known for cunning, aggression, patience, and teamwork. An individual wolf is smart, strong, and resilient, but the true strength of wolves is their ability to work together as a wolfpack. Kipling said it best in The Law of the Jungle.

"For the strength of the pack is the wolf, and the strength of the wolf is the pack."

At Lukos we take care of our pack by offering full time employees competitive benefits to include: medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, short and long term disability coverage, paid time off and Federal holidays.

Lukos is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or national origin.