EPC Project Manager

Leidos

  • Abilene, TX
  • $72,150-130,425 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 15 hours ago
DescriptionLeidos Engineering has an opportunity for a Project Manager in the Southcentral US who will work alongside lead engineers and program managers supporting a growing clientele of construction partners. We are currently seeking a qualified applicant to provide turnkey project management services related to electric utility engineering projects throughout the United States, with local partnering opportunities in the specified location. The Project Manager will be part of an established Project Management Office within our Power Delivery Solutions division that provides consulting services to construction partners rebuilding and expanding transmission, substation, and distribution infrastructure nationwide.This position has remote working capabilities, but will require local & regional travel to client offices and project sites. This allows us to best serve our localized utility clients as needed. Therefore, candidates should be located in or adjacent toTexas or New Mexico in order to be considered. Monetary relocation assistance is not available for this position.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
  • Formal Mentorship programs
  • Learning & Development Resources
  • Continuing Education Programs
  • Leadership training & Management opportunities
As an EPC Project Manager, you can expect to:
  • Independently lead project teams to complete engineering design of various sized electrical infrastructure projects for construction clients located throughout the United States, with local partnering opportunities in your area
  • Accept responsibility for overall project performance, reporting, and fostering strategic relationships
  • Manage project costs, schedule and scope, including the development of recovery plans to stay within approved limits
  • Interface directly with the client and internal management to solve issues and report progress, costs, schedule adherence and risks
  • Ensure contract compliance throughout project lifecycle
  • Drive results by coordinating and working with Engineering Leads and Managers to track and execute client deliverables
  • Ensure and document adherence to the quality control process
  • Communicate with clients, internal project teams, multiple engineering disciplines, functional leaders, subcontractors, and support personnel
  • Prepare bid documents, develop cost estimates and respond to requests for proposal
  • Complete client invoicing and accruals within prescribed time frames
  • Identify opportunities to improve existing partnerships and grow new relationships in your local area
  • Some periodic travel will be required in order to best serve our utility customers, so the selected candidate should be available for travel on an as-needed basis
What you'll bring to the table (Required Qualifications):
  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, Finance or a related discipline is required
  • A minimum of four (4) + years of relevant Project Management experience
  • Familiarity with the electric power industry and knowledge of business issues associated with power delivery services
  • Must have the capability to understand, plan, monitor and report project financial performance
  • Demonstrated success in change management
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Excellent organizational skills and the ability to multi-task effectively
  • Aptitude for problem solving and critical thinking
  • Experience with project management software (e.g., Workfront, Pro Core, MS Project, P6)
  • Experience with MS Office Software (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
  • Periodic travel is required, so candidates should be available for travel as needed
You Might also have:
  • Experience leading EPC contracts
  • Experience supporting construction operations
  • Working knowledge of the consulting business
  • PMP Certification; ideal candidates will have a desire to obtain PMP Certification within two years
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.The opportunities at Leidos are boundless. We challenge our staff with interesting assignments that provide them with an opportunity to thrive, professionally and personally. Your greatest work is ahead!PDSPMPowerDeliveryAt Leidos, we don’t want someone who "fits the mold"—we want someone who melts it down and builds something better. This is a role for the restless, the over-caffeinated, the ones who ask, “what’s next?” before the dust settles on “what’s now.”If you’re already scheming step 20 while everyone else is still debating step 2… good. You’ll fit right in.Original Posting: July 17, 2025For 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 $72,150.00 - $130,425.00The 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.#Remote

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