Senior Project Manger Electric Utilities

Description
Leidos Engineering is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to join our Power Delivery Solutions division. In this role, you will work alongside team members to provide Project Management Services supporting electric utility clients throughout the Northern and Midwestern US. You will oversee a portfolio of diverse Substation projects. Reporting to senior leadership, you will be responsible for portfolio management, client relations and driving special initiatives. Additionally, you will lead larger proposals, help to manage other PMs, and ensure the successful delivery of projects while adhering to Leidos' Mission, Vision, and Values.

This role has remote and hybrid-working capabilities, but candidates should be located in or adjacent to the greater Chicago area in order to be considered. This allows us to best serve the needs of our localized utility clients and internal teams.

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

Primary Responsibilities

Lead a team of project managers to deliver comprehensive substation engineering design projects for electric utility clients

Take ownership of overall portfolio performance, including cost, schedule, and scope management

Drive strategic initiatives within the organization, focusing on process improvements and operational efficiencies

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

Oversee the preparation of bid documents, cost estimates, and responses to Requests For Proposal

Manage monthly client invoicing, accruals, and accounts receivable processesIdentify 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

Travel to client-related acitivity as needed (likely less than 25% of the time)

Qualifications/Background Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, Finance or Related field

Minimum of Seven (7) years of relevant Project Management experience in the electric power industry or associated fieldwith BS Degree OR minimum of six (6) years of relevant experience with a Master's degree

Previous experience working with electric utilities required

Must demonstrate comprehensive understanding of the electric power industry/electric power infrastructure projects

Demonstrated experience working with project financials, bid proposals and cost estimates

Demonstrated experience with portfolio management, contract management and risk mitigation

Strong leadership skills with a focus on portfolio management and team development

Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Workfront, MS Project, P6) and MS Office Suite

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

Ability to travel periodically as required, so candidates should posses a valid US' driver's license

Preferred Qualifications:

PMP Certification

Experience working with substation projects

Demonstrated success in a consulting environment

Direct experience with Transmission Line projects for US-based electric utilities

A comprehensive understanding of electric power and infrastructure projects related to US based electric utilities

Experience with PowerBI and/or visualization tools

Prior experience in a leadership position

We pride ourselves on being a trusted and technology-focused solutions provider. Leidos' 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. At Leidos, the opportunities are boundless. We challenge our staff with interesting assignments that provide them with an opportunity to thrive, professionally and personally. For us, helping you grow your career is good business.

We challenge our staff with interesting assignments that provide them with an opportunity to thrive, professionally and personally. For us, helping you grow your career is good business. Your greatest work is ahead!

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.

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range $92,300.00 - $166,850.00

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. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at

About 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 $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit

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.

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