Associate Project Manager

Description

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 transmission, distribution, and substation engineering projects throughout the Southcentral 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)

Leadership training

Formal Mentorship programs

Management opportunities

Learning & Development Resources

Primary Responsibilities

Assist project managers to manage various sized design 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 with a focus on change management, 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

Full-time or Hybrid office attendance required at either Irving or Houston office locations (3 days in office, 2 days work from home at a minimum)

Qualifications:

1 year of experience in project management

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, Finance or related discipline 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

Experience with MS Office Software (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)

Strong written and verbal communication skills

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

Periodic travel is required; Candidates should possess a valid US drivers license

Preferred Qualifications:

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

Ideal Candidates will have a desire to obtain PMP Certification

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

At 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. Weve worked with over 50 investor-owned utilities, over 160 municipals/cooperatives, and were continuing to expand our reach. Plus, weve 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.

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. Your greatest work is ahead; Apply today!

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Original Posting Date:

2024-10-07

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 $48,100.00 – $86,950.00

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-00145387-OTHLOC-PL-2D1253

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.