Project Manager Electric Utilities

Leidos•Novi, MI

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

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

Requirements

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)

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

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