Project Manager - Security Programs

Atlas Advisors; Germany (OH); On-site; USD 102,412 - 147,929; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical care package

Training and development

Paid time off

Job summary

Atlas Advisors, LLC in Geilenkirchen, Germany seeks an experienced Project Manager to oversee armed security services contracts. You will be the primary company representative, manage contract performance, coordinate 24/7 operations, and ensure compliance across host nation regulations and client requirements.

You will lead site management and a multinational team, drive staffing plans, and maintain ongoing communications with project leadership.

Qualifications

• Minimum five (5) years of experience managing security, force protection, military, law enforcement, or government service contracts.
• Experience managing 24/7 operations with multiple shifts and dispersed personnel.
• Experience serving as primary customer interface on complex government or defense contracts.
• Experience developing and managing project plans, staffing plans, risk management, and operational reporting.
• Experience supervising management personnel and large operational workforces.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Proficiency with MS Office and project management tools.
• Ability to travel throughout Germany and other customer locations.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary company representative and single point of contact for all contract-related matters.
• Manage all aspects of contract performance, including personnel, scheduling, operational oversight, quality management, reporting, and customer engagement.
• Provide leadership to site management, supervisors, and quality personnel.
• Ensure uninterrupted contract performance through workforce planning, scheduling, and contingency staffing.
• Ensure compliance with contractual requirements, host nation regulations, site procedures, and company policies.
• Develop and maintain the Project Plan, including staffing, duty rosters, risk and quality management, and continuity planning.
• Coordinate personnel assignments and resource allocation to support 24/7 security operations.
• Maintain regular communication with multinational representatives and project leadership.
• Oversee operational support for access control, gate operations, vehicle inspection, and patrol functions.
• Monitor contract performance, identify risks, and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure timely submission of reports and contractual deliverables.
• Support inspections, audits, and customer assessments.
• Respond to issues outside normal hours as needed.

Skills

Security contracts mgmt

24/7 operations

Customer interface

Project plans

People management

English proficiency

MS Office / PM tools

Travel Germany

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Project management software

Job description

Geilenkirchen, Germany | Posted on 07/07/2026

Atlas Advisors, LLC is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee the delivery of contracted armed security services in Geilenkirchen, Germany. The Project Manager will serve as the primary company representative and single point of contact for all contract-related activities, ensuring uninterrupted security operations, effective personnel management, compliance with contractual requirements, and successful execution of the project. The successful candidate will provide leadership for a 24/7 security workforce supporting access control, gate operations, vehicle inspections, and administrative patrol functions while maintaining close coordination with multinational representatives and project leadership.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary company representative and single point of contact for all contract-related matters.

Manage all aspects of contract performance, including personnel, scheduling, operational oversight, quality management, reporting, and customer engagement.

Provide leadership and supervision to site management, supervisors, and quality management personnel.

Ensure uninterrupted contract performance through effective workforce planning, scheduling, and contingency staffing.

Ensure compliance with all contractual requirements, host nation regulations, site procedures, and company policies.

Develop, implement, and maintain the Project Plan, including staffing plans, duty rosters, risk management, quality management, and continuity planning.

Coordinate personnel assignments and resource allocation to support 24/7 security operations.

Maintain regular communication with multinational representatives and company leadership regarding contract performance and operational issues.

Oversee operational support for access control, gate operations, vehicle inspection activities, and administrative patrol functions.

Monitor contract performance, identify operational risks, and implement corrective actions when necessary.

Ensure timely submission of required reports, project documentation, and contractual deliverables.

Support inspections, audits, quality reviews, and customer assessments.

Respond to operational issues and customer requirements outside normal business hours as mission requirements dictate.

Required Qualifications

Minimum five (5) years of experience managing security, force protection, military, law enforcement, or government service contracts.

Demonstrated experience managing 24/7 operations involving multiple shifts and geographically dispersed personnel.

Experience serving as the primary customer interface on complex government or defense contracts.

Demonstrated experience developing and managing project plans, staffing plans, risk management plans, and operational reporting.

Experience supervising management personnel and large operational workforces.

Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and project management tools.

Ability to travel throughout Germany and other customer-designated locations as required.

Desired Qualifications

Active Secret Security Clearance.

Previous experience supporting Government or multinational security operations.

Experience managing armed security, installation access control, physical security, or force protection programs.

Experience managing operations at military installations or secure government facilities.

Military service as an officer, warrant officer, senior noncommissioned officer, senior law enforcement official, or civilian program manager.

Project Management Professional (PMP), PRINCE2, or equivalent project management certification.

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Project Management, Security Management, Criminal Justice, or a related field.

COMPENSATION/BENEFITS

Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

Medical care benefits package.

Training and professional development.

Paid time off.

Work Location and Environment

This position is based in Germany. Periodic travel to customer locations may be required. The Project Manager serves as the primary point of contact for contract execution and customer engagement and must be capable of supporting a dynamic operational environment, including occasional support outside normal business hours.

About Us

Atlas Advisors, LLC (ATLAS) is a HUBZone, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) that consistently delivers innovative solutions to address the complex challenges of our global clientele through a focused variety of niche consulting and specialized personnel services.