Senior Federal Project Manager (DHS Programs)

LUKOS LLC; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Federal holidays

Job summary

Lukos is seeking a Project Manager in Washington, DC to serve as the Key Personnel single point of contact and senior contractor lead for all operational, technical, and administrative performance under the PWS. This role combines senior technical delivery with contract management, ensuring timelines, requirements, quality, and federal regulations are met while collaborating with the KO and COR.

The position requires a PMP (DHS) or equivalent certification and extensive experience in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field
• PMP certification (DHS) or equivalent
• (DHS) mid-level PM certification or equivalent
• 12+ years with Master's or higher in Engineering/Business or related field with 12+ years experience

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary contractor POC for the KO and COR on contract performance and delivery
• Maintain direct availability to the COR 7:30 AM–5:00 PM ET; respond within 4 hours
• Adhere to HSAR 3052.215-70 regarding retention, replacement, and KO approvals
• Oversee labor category invoicing across BPA orders
• Provide guidance on high-visibility projects; offer advisory support to leadership
• Read, interpret, and apply DHS policies and directives to PWS activities
• Perform senior-level labor tasks alongside PM duties
• Manage high-complexity projects with cross-functional teams
• Coordinate participants and conduct rigorous quality reviews
• Deliver executive-level oral and written communications

Education

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

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification, Department of Homeland Security

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

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

Job description

Lukos is seeking a Project Manager in Washington, DC to serve as the Key Personnel single point of contact and senior contractor lead for all operational, technical, and administrative performance under the PWS. This role combines senior technical delivery with contract management, ensuring timelines, requirements, quality, and federal regulations are met while collaborating with the KO and COR.

The position requires a PMP (DHS) or equivalent certification and extensive experience in