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Senior Project Manager

Houston, Texas
Full-time
Posted 12/8/2025
Direct Apply
Key Skills:
Project Management
Electric Power Industry Knowledge
Scope Management
Schedule Management
Cost Control
Contract Management
Bid Proposal Preparation
Leadership
Stakeholder Management
Project Management Software (Workfront, MS Project, P6)
MS Office Suite

Compensation

Salary Range

$92K - 167K a year

Responsibilities

Lead a team of project managers to deliver engineering design projects for electric utility clients, managing portfolio performance, client relations, and project risks.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field with 8+ years project management experience in electric power industry, strong leadership, and proficiency in project management tools.

Full Description

Looking for an opportunity to make an impact? At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers’ success. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business. Your greatest work is ahead! We are looking for a Senior Project Manager to join our team. 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 Opportunities Management opportunities The Challenge: 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 Coordinate with engineering discipline leads to validate technical scope, design assumptions, and constructability requirements. Oversee contract administration, including tracking deliverables, managing change orders, negotiating scope adjustments, and preventing claims or disputes. Develop and maintain portfolio-level performance dashboards, revenue forecasts, and schedule outlooks for executive leadership. Lead the development and deployment of standardized tools, templates, KPIs, and procedures to enhance PMO maturity. Leverage project analytics and performance metrics to drive decision-making, identify trends, and recommend corrective actions. 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 drive mitigation strategies Travel locally and regionally as needed (roughly ~15%) in order to support the needs of our clients What You Will Bring to the Table: 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 Demonstrated competency in scope, schedule, cost control, and contract/change management for multi-disciplinary utility projects Experience preparing or reviewing bid proposals, cost estimates, and technical/commercial responses to RFPs Strong leadership capabilities, including team development, stakeholder management, and portfolio-level oversight Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Workfront, MS Project, P6) and MS Office Suite Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present to both technical and executive audiences Ability to travel periodically as required You May Also Have: 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 WHAT WE DO Leidos is a trusted and technology-focused solutions provider. Utilities and mobile operators rely on our Power Delivery Services Team for reliable power and telecommunication expertise, as reflected through our work with more than 50 investor-owned utilities, more than 160 municipals/cooperatives, as well as a growing number of mobile operators, local utility providers and private developers. In addition to providing engineering and project management services, Leidos works with an established group of industry-leading construction partners delivering meaningful Energy Delivery Solutions. Our recognition as an industry leader is confirmed by the latest national rankings by Engineering News-Record (ENR) ranking Leidos within the Top 10 T&D Firms, and Top 10 Power Firms. To explore and learn more, click here! At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers’ success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainably. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business. We take care of our employees. Leidos seeks the best and the brightest, and in return, we invest in you, with an eye on your future, through career advancement, growth opportunities and continuous improvement via mentoring, formal and informal project management training and assistance with obtaining pertinent certifications. We challenge you to help solve some of the world’s toughest problems, and reward you with a welcoming culture that recognizes the importance of a strong work/life balance, as well as competitive compensation and benefits. We believe that diversity and inclusion make us all better and offer the chance to have fun and make a difference. PowerDelivery PDSSUBSTATION If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares. Original Posting: December 8, 2025 For 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 $92,300.00 - $166,850.00 The 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. Leidos Leidos is a Fortune 500® innovation company rapidly addressing the world's most vexing challenges in national security and health. The company's global workforce of 47,000 collaborates to create smarter technology solutions for customers in heavily regulated industries. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Leidos reported annual revenue of approximately $15.4 billion for the fiscal year ended December 29, 2023. For more information visit www.Leidos.com. Pay and Benefits Pay 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 here. Securing Your Data Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information at any part of the employment application process. And Leidos will communicate with you only through emails that are sent from a Leidos.com email address. If you receive an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information, please report the email to spam.leidos@leidos.com. Commitment and Diversity All 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.

This job posting was last updated on 12/9/2025

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