Associate Project Manager

Leidos; St. Louis (MO); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in electric utility consulting is seeking an Associate Project Manager in St. Louis. The role involves supporting project management services for transmission line engineering projects, with opportunities for career growth, mentorship, and flexible work hours. Candidates should possess a relevant Bachelor's degree and 1+ years of project management experience.

Benefits

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification

Leadership training

Formal mentorship programs

Management opportunities

Learning & development resources

Qualifications

• 1+ year experience in project management or coordination.
• Ability to plan, organize, and track technical efforts.
• Strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist project managers in managing transmission line design projects.
• Ensure project costs, schedules, and scope are controlled.
• Create and maintain resource-loaded schedules.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, Finance, or related field

Tools

MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)

Project management software (e.g., Workfront, MS Project, P6)

Job description

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Base pay range

$50,050.00/yr - $90,475.00/yr

Description

This position has remote working capabilities, but candidates should be based in or around the greater St. Louis, MO metro area, as some local and regional travel is expected. This allows Leidos to best serve our utility customers.

Leidos Engineering has an opportunity for an Associate Project Manager who will work alongside project managers, lead engineers, and account managers supporting various electric utility clients. The role involves providing project management services related to transmission line engineering projects throughout the Midwestern and Northeastern United States. The Associate Project Manager will be part of an established Project Management Office within our Power Delivery Solutions division, which offers consulting services to electric utilities for electrical transmission, substation, and distribution projects nationwide.

As a valued team member, you can look forward to a fast-paced, diverse work environment, flexible work hours, and career development opportunities, including:

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
• Leadership training
• Formal mentorship programs
• Management opportunities
• Learning & development resources

Primary Responsibilities

• Assist project managers in managing transmission line design projects for electric utilities
• Manage overall project performance and reporting
• Ensure project costs, schedules, and scope are controlled, developing recovery plans as needed
• Communicate with clients, project teams, engineering disciplines, and support personnel
• Create and maintain resource-loaded schedules
• Coordinate with Engineering Leads on client deliverables
• Assist in preparing bid documents, cost estimates, and RFP responses
• Complete monthly client invoicing, accruals, and accounts receivable

Qualifications

• 1+ year experience in project management or coordination
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, Finance, or related field
• Ability to plan, organize, and track technical efforts
• Experience with MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to interact effectively with customer representatives
• Must be able to work out of the Walled Lake, MI office on a hybrid basis (minimum 3 days/week in office)

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of the electric power industry and business issues in power delivery
• Interest in obtaining PMP certification
• Experience with project management software (e.g., Workfront, MS Project, P6)
• Previous exposure to US electric utilities and electrical/construction projects
• Proficiency in Excel and financial management tools

Leidos is a trusted solutions provider, ranked among the Top 10 T&D and Power Firms by ENR. We offer interesting assignments that foster professional and personal growth. Apply today!

Original Posting: June 4, 2025

Pay Range: $50,050.00 - $90,475.00. Compensation depends on various factors including responsibilities, education, experience, skills, and market considerations.