DescriptionLeidos 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 line engineering projects throughout the Midwestern and Northeastern 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.This position is hybrid in nature, with some time spent working out of our Walled Lake, MI office. You can expect to spend about 60-75% of your time in a collaborative environment, working in the office with internal team members, so candidates must be able and willing to report to Walled Lake, MI in order to be considered 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)
Leadership training
Formal Mentorship programs
Management opportunities
Learning & Development Resources
Primary Responsibilities
Assist project managers to manage various sized transmission line 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
Qualifications:
2+ years of demonstrated experience in project management and/or project coordinating
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
Candidates must have the ability to work out of our Walled Lake, MI office on a regular basis (hybrid work expectation will be 3x/week in office minimum)
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)
Experience working with/previous exposure to US electric utilities
Previous exposure to electrical and/or construction projects
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and/or financial management tools
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. 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!PDSPMPowerDeliveryOriginal Posting Date:2024-12-19While 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 $57,850.00 - $104,575.00The 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-00150359All 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.