Transmission Construction Manager

Job Summary Leidos Engineering is seeking a Construction Manager to work alongside management, construction crews, and lead engineers for a large electric utility client in the northeast/New England region. The role is part of the Power Delivery Services Division, providing consulting services for public- and investor‑owned electric utilities across the United States. Responsibilities Manage overall construction activities on assigned projects, including material management, construction (EPC), and logistics for a large scaled program with multiple EPC/Design Build and logistics contractors. Develop and review construction plans, outage coordination, commissioning planning, and safety planning. Interface directly with the client to report progress, costs, schedule, and risks across a portfolio of transmission and distribution projects. Work with multiple Project Managers, schedulers, project controllers, and engineers overseeing direct assigned work to general and logistics contractors. Conduct on‑site construction management briefings and prepare status reports reflecting project schedule and uncertainties. Communicate and collaborate across program and functional support areas, including client, EPC project teams, functional leadership, subcontractors, and support personnel. Ensure compliance with utility client standards and processes. Perform contractor evaluations, project reconciliations, and close‑out activities following project completion. Oversee proposal development efforts that define project scope, schedule, and budgets. Be available to work extended hours during certain construction phases as required by the project. Provide storm outage support and emergency response planning. Write comprehensive and technical project reports. Qualifications 10+ years of relevant experience in the U.S. electric utility industry. Demonstrated experience working with field personnel, construction crews, engineering personnel, and utility staff. Recent and in-depth expertise managing large‑scale Transmission and Distribution Programs. Strong writing and verbal communication skills. Regional and local travel required; valid U.S. driver’s license needed. Pay Range $92,300.00 - $166,850.00 Commitment to Non‑Discrimination 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr