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 engineering managers and account managers 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 transmission substation projects for electric utility clients.
- Take ownership of overall portfolio performance, including cost, schedule, and scope management
- Interface with clients and internal stakeholders to address issues, report progress, and mitigate risks across the project portfolio
- Mentor and develop project management staff, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous learning
- 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
- Identify project risks and mitigation strategies
- This role is remote in nature, however periodic travel to client sites will be required.
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
- 4+ years of progressive Project Management experience within the Electric Utility Industry; 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
- 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.
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Original Posting:September 29, 2025For 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.
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