Project Manager I

Description Leidos Engineering has an opportunity for a Project Manager I (PM I) who will work alongside lead engineers and account managers supporting tranismission line engineering projects for various electric utility clients throughout the United States. The PM will be part of an established team within our Power Delivery Solutions (PDS) division. PDS provides consulting services to public-owned and investor-owned electric utilities for comprehensive engineering design of electrical transmission, substation, and distribution projects nationwide.As a valued team member, you can look forward to a fast paced, diverse work environment and flexible work hours/work arrangements, as well as managers who will encourage career development and growth opportunities, including:Project Management Professional (PMP) Formal Mentorship programsDevelopmental Leadership trainingTechnical Upskilling Opportunities Management opportunities  Primary ResponsibilitiesIndependently lead project teams to complete engineering designs of various sized electric infrastructure projects for electric utilitiesAccept responsibility for overall project performance and reportingManage project costs, schedule and scope within approved limits, including the development of recovery plans when neededEnsure contract complianceDrive work products by coordinating and working with Engineering Leads and Managers to track and execute client deliverablesEnsure and document adherence to the quality control processInterface directly with the client and internal management to solve issues and report progress, costs, schedule adherence and risks across a program of projectsCommunicate with clients, internal project teams, multiple engineering disciplines, functional leaders, subcontractors, and support personnelPrepare bid documents; Develop cost estimates and responses to Requests for ProposalComplete monthly invoices, accruals, and accounts receivable within prescribed time framesIdentify business development opportunitiesQualificationsBachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Finance or a closely related discipline is requiredA minimum of three (3) + years of relevant Project Management experienceExperience with project management software (e.g., Workfront, MS Project, P6)Demonstrated experience managing and reporting project financial performance, budgets, proposals, scopes and schedulesMust have the capability to plan, organize, direct, and track technical efforts on project tasksAbility to work effectively in a team environmentStrong written and verbal communication skillsMust be able to interact with customer representatives in an effective manner Excellent organizational and problem solving skills and the ability to multi-task effectivelyExperience with MS Office Software (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)Periodic travel (less than 2%); Candidates should possess a valid US driver's licenseHybrid office attendance (2-3 days in office, remaining days work from home) out of our Charlotte office is required, so candidates must be able to report to our office regularlyPreferredPMP CertificationFamiliarity with electric power infrastructure projects and knowledge of business issues associated with power delivery servicesDemonstrated success with a team approach to the consulting businessAdvanced proficiency in Microsoft ExcelAt 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.PDSPMPowerDeliveryCome break things (in a good way). Then build them smarter.We're the tech company everyone calls when things get weird. We don’t wear capes (they’re a safety hazard), but we do solve high-stakes problems with code, caffeine, and a healthy disregard for “how it’s always been done.”Original Posting:November 18, 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.Pay Range:Pay Range $59,150.00 - $106,925.00The 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.About LeidosLeidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit .Pay and BenefitsPay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at /careers/pay-benefits.Securing Your DataBeware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos’ name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the automated system – never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at [email protected] you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission.Commitment to Non-DiscriminationAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.

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