Senior Project Manger Electric Utilities

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)
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 utilitiesA…