Senior Project Manager

Leidos; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 92,000 - 167,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Wellness programs

Paid Leave and Retirement

Income Protection

Job summary

Leidos Engineering is seeking an experienced Project Manager to join our Strategic Program Consulting team within our Power Delivery Solutions division in Central Ohio. You will lead diverse utility projects, own performance metrics, and collaborate with clients and teams to deliver capital projects.

You will mentor junior staff, manage invoicing and AR, ensure contract compliance, and participate in business development. Travel to client sites may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, Finance, or related field.
• 8+ years of progressive Project Management experience.
• Experience in Electric Utility Industry; PM at electric utility preferred.
• Experience with US Electric Utilities and electric power infrastructure projects.
• Supervisory experience including team building and talent acquisition.
• Strong leadership with portfolio management and team development.
• PMP Certification or willingness to obtain within two years is a plus.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and visualization tools usage.

Responsibilities

• Lead electric utility project execution teams across Engineering, Construction, Permitting, Siting, Environmental, Cost Controls, and Scheduling to deliver capital projects.
• Own project performance including cost, schedule, and scope for multiple projects.
• Interface with clients and stakeholders to report progress and mitigate risks.
• Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies to meet cost, schedule, and quality targets.
• Mentor junior project managers and controls staff to foster collaboration and learning.
• Oversee monthly client invoicing, accruals, and accounts receivable for projects.
• Ensure compliance with contract requirements and quality standards across all phases.
• Support business development by identifying growth opportunities and assisting with proposals.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Travel willingness

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction Management/Business/Finance

Tools

PowerBI

Visualization tools

Job description

Leidos Engineering is seeking an experienced Project Manager to join our Strategic Program Consulting team within our Power Delivery Solutions division. In this role, you will work alongside cross-collaborative personnel to provide Project Management Services supporting a large electric utility client. You will work with a diverse blend of Capital Transmission/Substation projects in Central Ohio. Successful candidates will enjoy a fast-paced, agile and diverse working environment. You can look forward to collaborative and flexible work hours/work arrangements, as well as managers who will encourage career development and growth opportunities, including: Project Management Professional (PMP) certification Leadership training & Management opportunities Formal Mentorship programs Professional Development & Continuing Education Resources Technical Upskilling programs

As a Project Manager in our Strategic Program Consulting group, you'll play a role in driving creative project management solutions for Leidos' utility customers. You can expect to:

• Lead electric utility project execution teams with a diverse set of contributors — including Engineering, Construction, Permitting, Siting, Environmental, Cost Controls, and Scheduling functions — to deliver comprehensive capital projects that maintain Leidos high standards for client delivery.
• Take ownership of project performance, including cost, schedule, and scope management, for concurrent projects.
• Interface directly with clients and internal stakeholders to address issues, report progress, and proactively mitigate risks throughout the project lifecycle.
• Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies to keep projects on track for cost, schedule, and quality targets.
• Mentor and guide junior project managers and project controls staff, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous learning.
• Manage monthly client invoicing, accruals, and accounts receivable processes for assigned projects.
• Ensure compliance with contract requirements, scope documents, and quality control standards across all phases of execution.
• Maintain regular, clear communication with stakeholders, including clients, project teams, subcontractors, and support personnel.
• Support business development efforts by identifying growth opportunities within existing client account(s) and contributing to proposal and estimating efforts as needed.
• Lead project teams operating within progressive delivery models that align engineering execution.
• Periodic travel throughout the State or region may be required on an as-needed basis.
• This position requires the candidate to be located in Central Ohio, with periodic travel to client offices and project sites. This allows us to best serve our localized utility clients as needed.

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

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, Finance, or related field
• 8+ years of progressive Project Management experience
• Previous experience working in the Electric Utility Industry required; Experience as a Project Manager directly at an electric utility is strongly preferred
• Demonstrated Experience working with US Electric Utilities, and a comprehensive understanding of electric power and infrastructure projects is required
• Direct experience working with electric power infrastructure projects
• Supervisory experience including team building and talent acquisition
• Strong leadership skills with a focus on portfolio management and team development
• Previous leadership experience preferred
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to travel periodically as required
• Previous experience working with AEP is preferred

You Might Also Have

• PMP Certification or willingness to obtain within two years
• Prior experience in a leadership position
• Demonstrated success in leading cross-functional teams
• Experience with PowerBI and/or visualization tools

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

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.

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

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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.

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. 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.