Leidos Engineering is seeking an experienced Project Manager to join our Strategic Project 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 Michigan-based Utility. You'll interact closely with our clients and will oversee a mix of Transmission and Substation electric utility projects ensuring the successful delivery of projects while adhering to Leidos' Mission, Vision, and Values.
As a Project Manager in our Strategic Project Consulting group, you'll play a role in driving creative Project Management Solutions for Leidos' utility customers. You can expect to:
- Lead 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 for electric utility clients.
- Take ownership of project performance, including cost, schedule, and scope management
- Interface with clients and internal stakeholders to address issues, report progress, and mitigate risks across the projects
- Manage monthly client invoicing, accruals, and accounts receivable processes
- 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 a hybrid role with 3 days on site in client offices in Novi, MI and 2 days remote
- Additional travel to project sites based on project needs will be required
What you'll bring to the table (Required Qualifications):
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
- A minimum of 2+ years of progressive Project Management experience within the Utility Industry including Experience as a Project Manager at an electric utility and/or an electric utility consulting company
- 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
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to travel periodically as required, candidates should possess a valid US driver's license
- Must have the capability to plan, organize, direct, and track technical efforts on project tasks
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Must be able to interact with customer representatives in an effective manner
- Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills and the ability to multi-task effectively
- Experience with project management software (e.g., MS Project, P6)
- Experience with MS Office Software (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
You Might Also Have (Preferred Qualifications):
- PMP Certification or willingness to obtain within two years
- Prior experience in a leadership position
- Strong leadership skills with a focus on portfolio management and team development
- Demonstrated success in leading cross-functional teams
- Experience with PowerBI and/or visualization tools
- Supervisory experience including team building and talent acquisition
- Strong leadership skills with a focus on portfolio management and team development
- Previous experience working with Michigan based Utilities
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
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:December 2, 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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Through our culture of innovation and history of performance, we develop deep customer trust built on integrity and create enduring solutions that improve our world. Leidos is a science and technology solutions leader working to address some of the world’s toughest challenges in the defense, intelligence, homeland security, civil, and healthcare markets. The company’s 43,000 employees support vital missions for government and commercial customers. Headquartered in Reston, Va., Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $11.09 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2020.
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