Electric Distribution Project Manager

Leidos Inc; Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology solutions provider is looking for a Project Manager I to join their Power Delivery Solutions Division. This role involves managing project performance, ensuring compliance with contractual requirements, and coordinating with teams on project deliverables. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and PMP certification, along with project management experience. The position offers flexibility with remote work and requires local travel in California's greater Sacramento area.

Benefits

Flexible work hours

Mentorship programs

Learning & Development resources

Continuing education programs

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of relevant project management experience; additional relevant experience may be considered.
• Proficiency with project management software.
• Strong understanding of project financial planning and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Manage overall project performance, including scope, schedule, budget, and reporting.
• Drive deliverables by coordinating with Engineering Leads and multi-disciplinary teams.
• Ensure full contract compliance and adherence to client requirements.

Skills

Project management experience

Strong MS Office skills

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

PMP Certification

Tools

Project management software (Workfront, MS Project, P6)

Excel (PivotTables, VLOOKUP)

Job description

Description

This position has remote working capabilities, but will require local & regional travel to client offices and project sites. Candidates should be located in or adjacent to the greater Sacramento, CA area in order to be considered. Monetary relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Leidos has an opportunity for a Project Manager I (PM I) to join our Power Delivery Solutions Division. Successful candidates can look forward to a fast paced, diverse work environment and flexible work hours/work arrangements as well as managers who will encourage career development and growth including:

• PMP certification
• Formal Mentorship programs
• Learning & Development Resources
• Continuing Education Programs
• Leadership training & Management opportunities

The successful candidate will have an existing background in project management and a track record of leading successful projects. Project types will range from fixed fee, T&M, and EPC contracts in a dynamic field of engineering focused on Power Utility work in an OH, UG, or URD environment. The role requires managing project and program performance of engineering deliverables including risk, schedule, and quality. Project Manager is responsible to ensure day-to-day successful execution of contracted engineering in areas of performance, financial metrics, planning, schedule, quality, contractual compliance, safety, and client satisfaction. Coordination of third party companies and subcontractors may also be required. Assignments are typically focused on a single client with multiple projects and business development with in-person client meetings. Typical tasks include internal and external reporting of financials, project progress, and change management. Support to internal execution teams typically involves tracking and controls of key performance indicators and analysis to staff for project success.

The successful Project Manager I candidate will support the following activities with moderate oversight from a Lead Project Manager:

• Support project teams in completing engineering design for electric infrastructure projects (both public-owned and investor-owned utilities).
• Manage overall project performance, including scope, schedule, budget, and reporting.
• Develop and implement recovery plans to maintain compliance with approved budgets and timelines.
• Ensure full contract compliance and adherence to client requirements.
• Drive deliverables by coordinating with Engineering Leads, Managers, and multi-disciplinary teams.
• Maintain and document compliance with established quality control processes.
• Serve as the primary interface with clients and internal management to resolve issues, track progress, and report costs, schedule adherence, and risks across programs.
• Communicate effectively with clients, subcontractors, functional leaders, and support personnel.
• Contribute to bid preparation, cost estimates, and RFP responses.
• Manage monthly invoicing, accruals, and accounts receivable within prescribed deadlines.
• Collaborate with teams to identify and pursue business development opportunities.

Basic Qualifications (Required):

• Completed Bachelor's degree and 2-4 years of prior relevant project management experience; additional relevant experience may be considered in lieu of Bachelor's degree.
• PMP Certification required; other formal continuing education/training in project management skills & concepts may be considered.
• Proficiency with project management software (Workfront, MS Project, P6, or similar).
• Strong MS Office skills; advanced proficiency in Excel (PivotTables, VLOOKUP, etc.) preferred.
• Proven experience managing project financials, scopes, and schedules.
• Ability to plan, organize, direct, and track technical efforts across multiple tasks.
• Strong understanding of project financial planning, monitoring, and reporting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with various contract types (Fixed Price, Time & Materials).
• Direct utility industry experience, including exposure to projects for major U.S. electric utilities.
• Demonstrated success in collaborative, team-based consulting environments.

Leidos is a trusted and technology-focused solutions provider. Utilities and mobile operators rely on our Power Delivery Services Team for reliable power and telecommunication expertise, as reflected through our work with more than 50 investor-owned utilities, more than 160 municipals/cooperatives, as well as a growing number of mobile operators, local utility providers and private developers. Leidos is recognized as an industry leader by national rankings.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.