Senior IT Project Manager — Enterprise Systems

Leidos; SOUTH PLAINFIELD (NJ); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking an experienced IT Project Manager to lead complex technology initiatives in a large utility environment. You will manage planning through implementation, coordinating technical teams, business partners, subject matter experts, and vendors to keep delivery on track.

The role requires onsite work in South Plainfield, NJ three days a week (Tue–Thu) and residency within commuting distance. Salary ranges reflect substantial responsibility and market value for the region.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and 8+ years of project management experience.
• PMP certification is required and experience managing enterprise tech initiatives.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery for enterprise system upgrades, ensuring scope, schedule, budget and quality goals.
• Manage projects from initiation through implementation and post-go-live stabilization.
• Maintain project plans, RAID logs, status reporting and executive communications.
• Coordinate across IT, OT, testing, cybersecurity, business teams, and vendors.
• Apply governance, templates, controls, and PMO reporting throughout the lifecycle.
• Facilitate requirements, design reviews, testing readiness, and cutover planning.
• Identify and manage risks, issues, dependencies, and changes in a fast-paced environment.
• Ensure deployment readiness with training, documentation, and transition to steady-state operations.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Communication

Risk management

Vendor management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Management, Business Administration or related field

PMP certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

PPM tools

Job description

Leidos is seeking an experienced IT Project Manager to lead complex technology initiatives in a large utility environment. You will manage planning through implementation, coordinating technical teams, business partners, subject matter experts, and vendors to keep delivery on track.

The role requires onsite work in South Plainfield, NJ three days a week (Tue–Thu) and residency within commuting distance. Salary ranges reflect substantial responsibility and market value for the region.