Telecommunications Project Manager

Description

Leidos Engineering is seeking an experienced Telecommunications Project Manager to join our Strategic Program Consulting team. The Project Manager will be part Leidos' Power Delivery Solutions (PDS) Division that provides consulting services to both public-owned and investor-owned electric utilities. These consulting services provide clients with overall project management tasks in the areas of comprehensive engineering design of electrical transmission and distribution, substation and transmission line projects nationwide. This role will have client facing responsibilities and requires expertise in navigating the regulatory landscape and ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end project management for telecom infrastructure initiatives within the Capital Transmission portfolio
• Plan and execute circuit cutovers in coordination with Verizon and internal stakeholders
• Manage programs focused on copper circuit abandonment and transition to modern communication systems
• Develop, maintain, and manage detailed project schedules using Primavera P6
• Coordinate cross-functional teams including engineering, operations, IT/telecom, and external vendors
• Ensure alignment with capital project governance, budgeting, and reporting requirements
• Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies, particularly around service continuity during cutovers
• Track project performance (scope, schedule, cost) and provide regular status updates to leadership
• Manage vendor performance and ensure deliverables meet contractual and technical requirements
• Support permitting, compliance, and documentation requirements associated with telecom and transmission work
• Drive stakeholder communication across business units and external partners

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, Finance, or related field
• Mid Level: 5 years of project management experience, preferably within utility, energy, or infrastructure environments
• Senior Level: 8 years of project management experience, preferably within utility, energy, or infrastructure environments
• Demonstrated experience managing capital projects (transmission, telecom, or related infrastructure)
• Hands-on experience with telecom programs, including circuit migrations, cutovers, or network transitions
• Strong proficiency in Primavera P6 for project scheduling and controls
• Experience working with external telecom providers (e.g., Verizon)
• Knowledge of legacy copper networks and migration to fiber or modern telecom systems
• Strong understanding of project controls, budgeting, and reporting in a capital program environment
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with regulated utilities (electric transmission strongly preferred)
• Familiarity with National Grid processes and standards
• PMP (Project Management Professional) certification or equivalent
• Experience managing large-scale, multi-project programs

Key Competencies:

• Ability to manage complex, multi-stakeholder projects in a highly regulated environment
• Strong problem-solving skills, especially in high-risk cutover scenarios
• Detail-oriented with strong scheduling and coordination capabilities
• Ability to operate both strategically (program-level) and tactically (project execution)

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. Your greatest work is ahead!

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For 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.

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.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

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