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Leidos · 4 hours ago

Project Manager

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. They are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Project Manager responsible for leading and overseeing all aspects of project execution on a construction/facilities management project, ensuring deliverables meet contractual and stakeholder requirements.

ComputerGovernmentInformation ServicesInformation TechnologyNational SecuritySoftware
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Responsibilities

Develop comprehensive project plans that define scope, schedule, resource needs, budget, risk mitigation, and communication strategies for a construction/facilities project
Lead cross-functional project teams and ensure alignment across technical, operational, and client-facing roles
Monitor and track progress using project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira, Smartsheet, Asana)
Manage and report on project budgets, timelines, milestones, and contractual deliverables
Act as the primary point of contact for project stakeholders, including senior leadership, clients, and end users
Deliver project status reports and updates, including analysis of key performance indicators (KPIs)
Identify risks and issues throughout the project lifecycle and develop effective mitigation and contingency plans
Ensure all project activities comply with organizational policies, industry best practices, and applicable regulations
Conduct post-project evaluations, lessons learned sessions, and contribute to organizational knowledge and continuous improvement efforts

Qualification

Risk ManagementBudget OversightProject ManagementCross-Functional LeadershipMicrosoft ProjectProgram ManagementChange ManagementStakeholder EngagementContinuous ImprovementProposal WritingCommunication SkillsTeam Mentoring

Required

TS/SCI w/ Poly Clearance is required
Bachelor's degree in Business, Management, Engineering, or related field and 8–12 years of experience or additional years of experience in lieu of degree OR a Master's degree with 6–10 years experience in program or project management or additional years of experience in lieu of degree
Demonstrated experience in program management, including managing multiple projects across functional domains
Strong proficiency in project planning, resource management, risk management, and budget oversight
Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and interface with clients, subcontractors, vendors, and internal stakeholders
Experience overseeing program implementation, tracking progress toward goals, and managing within scope, schedule, and budget
Strong written and verbal communication skills for reporting, proposal writing, and stakeholder engagement
Ability to manage program evaluations and make data-driven recommendations for improvement
Working knowledge of change management strategies and techniques

Preferred

Strong skills in project and program evaluations, measuring outcomes, and identifying areas for continuous improvement
Experience interfacing with clients, subcontractors, and vendors to manage deliverables and ensure alignment
Proficiency with tools such as Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, Jira, or other program management platforms
Familiarity with federal contracting environments and relevant frameworks (e.g., FAR, DFARS) is a plus
Knowledge of change management practices and stakeholder engagement strategies
Certifications such as PMP, PgMP, Agile, or Lean Six Sigma are beneficial but not required
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including experience preparing proposals, reports, and briefings for leadership
Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor junior team members, delegate tasks effectively, and influence project teams

Benefits

Health and Wellness programs
Income Protection
Paid Leave
Retirement

Company

Leidos is a Fortune 500® innovation company rapidly addressing the world’s most vexing challenges in national security and health.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
unknown
2025-02-20Post Ipo Debt
2013-09-17IPO

Leadership Team

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James Carlini
Chief Technology Officer
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Amy Smith
Senior Vice President, Government Affairs
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