Subtstation Senior Project Manager

Description

Leidos Engineering has an opportunity in the Chicago area for a Senior Project Manager II (Sr PM II) who will work alongside lead engineers and account managers supporting substation engineering projects for various electric utility clients in the Central and Midwestern 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.

This position has remote working capabilities, but will require local & regional travel to client offices and project sites. This allows us to best serve our localized utility clients as needed. Therefore, candidates should be located in or adjacent to the greater Chicago area in order to be considered. Monetary relocation assistance is not available for this position.

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 programs
• Developmental Leadership training
• Technical Upskilling Oppportunities
• Management opportunities

• Lead a team of project managers to deliver comprehensive 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
• Identify project risks and mitigation strategies
• Travel locally and regionally as needed (roughly ~15%) in order to support the needs of our clients

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, Finance or related field required
• 8+ years of progressive Project Management experience in the electric power industry, or associated field OR 6+ years with a Master's Degree
• 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
• Direct experience working with bid proposals and cost estimates
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Workfront, MS Project, P6) and MS Office Suite
• 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

• PMP Certification or willingness to obtain within two years
• Prior experience in a leadership position
• Demonstrated success in leading cross-functional teams
• Previous experience working in a consulting environment
• Experience with PowerBI and/or visualization tools