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Leidos Associate Project Manager in Houston, Texas

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At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customer’s 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. If this sounds like an environment where you can thrive, keep reading!

Leidos Engineering has an opportunity for an Associate Project Manager who will work alongside project managers, lead engineers and account managers supporting various electric utility clients. We are currently seeking qualified applicants to provide Project Management Services related to electric utility engineering projects throughout the Northwestern United States. The Associate Project Manager will be part of an established Project Management Office within our Power Delivery Solutions division that 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)certification

  • Leadership training

  • Formal Mentorship programs

  • Management opportunities

  • Learning & Development Resources

Primary Responsibilities

  • Assist project managers to manage various sizedelectric utility/infrastructure projects for public-owned and investor-owned electric utilities

  • Accept responsibility for overall project performance and reporting

  • Ensure project costs, schedule and scope are managed, including the development of recovery plans, to stay within approved limits

  • Communicate with clients, internal project teams, multiple engineering disciplines, functional leaders, subcontractors, and support personnel

  • Create and maintain resource loaded schedules

  • Coordinate with Engineering Leads to track and execute client deliverables

  • Assist with the preparation of bid documents, cost estimates and responses to Requests for Proposal

  • Complete monthly client invoicing, accruals, and accounts receivable within prescribed time frames

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution is required

  • 2 years of applicable/relevant project management experience is required

  • Must be capable of planning, organizing, directing, and tracking technical efforts on assigned tasks

  • Must be capable of tracking cost and schedule status of assigned tasks

  • Ability to take direction from and discuss decisions with the direct supervisor, and to coordinate with project team members

  • Demonstrated Proficiency with MS Office Software, including Excel

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

  • Must be able to interact with customer representatives in an effective manner

  • Candidates should possess a valid US driver's license, as some customer-related travel may be anticipated (less than 20%)

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Familiarity with electric power industry and knowledge of business issues associated with power delivery services

  • Previous Experience working with US based electric utilities

  • Previous experience working with project financials and budgeting

  • Previous experience in consulting environment

  • Ideal Candidates will have a desire to obtain PMP Certification

  • Experience with project management software (e.g., Workfront, MS Project or P6)

  • Candidates local to Houston, TX area are preferred; monetary relocation assistance will not be offered for this position

We pride ourselves on being a trusted and technology-focused solutions provider. Leidos' 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.

At Leidos, the opportunities are boundless. We challenge our staff with interesting assignments that provide them with an opportunity to thrive, professionally and personally. For us, helping you grow your career is good business.Apply today!

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Original Posting Date:

2024-09-04

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 $55,250.00 - $99,875.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand 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.

REQNUMBER: R-00142960

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Leidos will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in accordance with relevant Laws. Leidos is an equal opportunity employer/disability/vet.

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