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Equities Invoicing Leadership Consulting Management Mentorship Upskilling Market Data Construction Communication Subcontracting Quality Control Microsoft Office Electric Utility Agile Methodology Microsoft Project Corporate Finance Project Management Telecommunications Process Improvement Accounts Receivable Contract Management Business Development Portfolio Management Construction Management Electric Power Industry Engineering Design Process Project Management Software Project Management Professional Certification, 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 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
- Travel to client-related acitivity as needed (likely less than 25% of the time), AutoCAD Surveying Visionary Innovation Communication Project Coordination Construction Management Environmental Engineering Engineering Design Process +0 Cost Manager Aston Carter
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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, * 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, Procore Planning Coaching Budgeting Accounting Mitigation Colocation Procurement Forecasting Construction Spreadsheets Supply Chain Data Centers Benchmarking Communication Change Orders Presentations Risk Analysis Subcontracting Detail Oriented Change Requests Team Leadership Project Scoping Cost Management Cost Estimation Labor Economics Analytical Skills Change Management Project Management Budget Development Financial Planning Internal Reporting Financial Tracking Financial Controls Financial Statements Financial Management Organizational Skills Cash Flow Forecasting Emerging Technologies Cost Benefit Analysis Project Implementation Cost Estimation Models Construction Management Strategic Decision Making Stakeholder Communications Data-Driven Decision Making Systems Development Life Cycle Milestones (Project Management) Construction Project Management
Benefits & conditions
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 www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits .
About the company
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., 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 www.Leidos.com .
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