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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.

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

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

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, Finance, or related field

6+ 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

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.

Original Posting: November 12, 2026

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: Pay Range $73,450.00 - $132,775.00

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.