Electric Distribution Project Manager

United States, Massachusetts, Springfield

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 projects in the Northeastern US.

This position requires periodic travel to client offices and project sites throughout New England, so ideal candidates must be located in the Northeastern United States in order to successfully execute the position. This allows us to best serve our localized utility clients as needed.

Successful candidates will enjoy a fast-paced, agile and diverse working environment. They 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
• Professional Development & Continuing Education Resources
• Technical Upskilling programs
• Leadership training & Management opportunities
• Formal Mentorship programs

• 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 electric distribution projects for Leidos' electric utility client.
• 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 does have some remote working capabilities, but periodic travel to client sites will be required; candidates should be available for regional travel as needed.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, Finance, or a related field.
• A minimum of 4 years of progressive Project Management or Operations experience within the Electric Utility Industry; previous experience as a Project Manager directly at an electric utility is preferred.
• Demonstrated experience working with US Electric Utilities and a comprehensive understanding of electric power and infrastructure projects.
• Direct experience working with electric power infrastructure projects.