Senior EPC Project Manager

Leidos LLC; United States; Remote; USD 92,000 - 167,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Wellness programs

Retirement

Paid Leave

Job summary

Leidos Engineering is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead large-scale electric utility projects across the United States. The role sits within the PMO of Power Delivery Solutions, collaborating with engineers and program managers to deliver EPC-style projects for transmission, substation, and distribution infrastructure.

You will manage a team of project managers, oversee cost/schedule/scope, drive process improvements, and mentor staff while engaging with clients and partners

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive Project Management experience in electric power/electric utility.
• Experience with EPC contracts (engineering, procurement, construction).
• Proficiency with project financials, bids, and cost estimates.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage portfolio risk.

Responsibilities

• Lead large-scale utility transmission, substation and related projects.
• Direct a team of project managers delivering engineering design projects.
• Own portfolio performance: cost, schedule, scope management.
• Drive PMO process improvements and operational efficiencies.
• Serve as Capture Manager for large business opportunities and proposals.
• Mentor and develop PM staff; foster collaboration and learning.
• Interface with clients and stakeholders to address issues and report progress.
• Manage monthly client invoicing, accruals, and accounts receivable processes.
• Identify and pursue business development opportunities to grow the organization.
• Ensure compliance with contract requirements and quality standards.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

PMP Certification

Tools

Workfront

MS Project

Primavera P6

PowerBI

Job description

Leidos Engineering has an opportunity for an expereinced Project Manager who will work alongside lead engineers and program managers supporting a growing clientele of construction partners. We are currently seeking a qualified applicant to provide turnkey project management services related to electric utility engineering projects throughout the United States, with local partnering opportunities in the specified location. The Project Manager will be part of an established Project Management Office within our Power Delivery Solutions division that provides consulting services to construction partners rebuilding and expanding transmission, substation, and distribution infrastructure nationwide.

As a Leidos employee, you 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 opportunities, including:

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

As a Senior Project Manager, you can expect to:

• Lead high functioning engineering teams on large scale utility transmission, substation, and other complex projects that operate in an EPC or other progressive model that aligns engineering and construction.
• Lead a team of project managers to deliver comprehensive engineering design projects for electric utility clients
• Take ownership of overall portfolio performance, including cost, schedule, and scope management
• Drive strategic initiatives within the PMO organization, focusing on process improvements and operational efficiencies
• Serve as the Capture Manager for large scale new business opportunities and be responsible for the preparation of major proposals, estimates, and bids documents
• Mentor and develop project management staff, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous learning
• Interface with clients and internal stakeholders to address issues, report progress, and mitigate risks across the project portfolio
• Manage monthly client invoicing, accruals, and accounts receivable processes
• Identify and pursue business development opportunities to support organizational growth
• Ensure compliance with contract requirements and quality control standards
• Maintain regular communication with stakeholders, including clients, project teams, subcontractors, and support personnel
• Identify project risks and mitigation strategies
• Travel locally and nationally as needed (roughly ~20-25%)

What you’ll bring to the table (Required Qualifications)

• 8+ years of progressive Project Management experience in the electric power/electric utility industry
• Candidates must demonstrate experience with and comprehensive understanding of electric power and electric utility infrastructure projects
• Knowledge of high voltage substation and transmission engineering hihgly preferred
• Experience working with EPC (engineering, procurement, construction) Contracts will be highly preferred
• Direct experience working with project financials, bid proposals and cost estimates
• Direct Experience with portfolio management, contract management and risk mitigation
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Workfront, MS Project, P6) and MS Office Suite
• Strong leadership skills with a focus on portfolio management and team development
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to travel periodically as required (~20%)
• Candidates must be located in the United States in order to be considered.
• This position cannot be performed outside of the US US Citizenship required

Other Preferred Qualifications

• PMP Certification or willingness to obtain within two years
• Previous experience working in a consulting environment for US based electric utilities
• Prior experience in a leadership position
• Demonstrated success in leading cross-functional teams
• Previous experience working in a consulting environment
• Experience with PowerBI and/or visualization tools

At Leidos, we pride ourselves on being a trusted and technology-focused solutions provider. Our Power Delivery Services Team is the go-to for utilities and mobile operators who need reliable power and telecommunication expertise. We’ve worked with over 50 investor-owned utilities, over 160 municipals/cooperatives, and we’re continuing to expand our reach. Plus, we’ve got an amazing group of industry-leading construction partners who help us deliver meaningful Energy Delivery Solutions. Our recognition as an industry leader has been confirmed time and time again. Engineering News-Record (ENR) has ranked Leidos among the Top 10 T&D Firms and Top 10 Power Firms. PDSPM PowerDelivery If you’re looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We’re not hiring followers. We’re recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We’re already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares.

Pay Range

Pay Range: Pay Range $92,300.00 - $166,850.00 The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Pay and Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Health and Wellness programs
• Income Protection
• Paid Leave
• Retirement

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That’s why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. More details are available here.

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Commitment and Diversity

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.

Leidos Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $17.2 billion for the fiscal year ended January 2, 2026. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.