Job Description

Job Description

Description

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Project Manager who is responsible for leading and overseeing all aspects of project execution from initiation through completion for a construction/facilities project. This includes developing detailed project plans, managing resources, maintaining budgets and schedules, and ensuring that deliverables meet contractual and stakeholder requirements. The ideal candidate brings deep project management expertise, strong communication skills, and a proactive approach to risk management and continuous improvement.

  Primary Responsibilities :

• Lead full lifecycle management of programs, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and customer expectations.
• Define program scope, schedule, deliverables, and budget; monitor progress to meet targets.
• Manage stakeholder communications, report status, and present key updates to senior leadership.
• Identify, assess, and manage project risks, issues, and dependencies.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and oversight to team members; may supervise lower-level professionals.
• Implement and drive process improvements across program operations.
• Evaluate program performance against objectives and recommend adjustments for continuous improvement.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with task leads, functional managers, and subcontractors.

• Maintain compliance with industry standards and internal quality requirements.

Basic Qualifications

• TS/SCI w/ Poly Clearance is required
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Management, or a related field. Experience can be considered in lieu of degree.
• 8–12 years of relevant experience in program or project management (or 6–10 years with a Master’s degree)
• Proven track record of leading and delivering large-scale, cross-functional programs in the area of construction/facilities management.
• Expertise in:
  • Program and project management
  • Program implementation and evaluation
  • Project planning, execution, and reporting
  • Risk and resource management
  • Process improvement and change management
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills across technical and non-technical audiences
• Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders at all levels
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills in complex environments
• Experience mentoring or managing junior professionals

Preferred Qualifications

• PMP (Project Management Professional) or PgMP certification
• Lean Six Sigma or similar process improvement certification
• Experience managing programs in regulated, government, or defense environments
• Familiarity with Agile, SAFe, or other iterative development methodologies
• Prior experience with program financials and P&L accountability
• Experience developing and presenting project proposals to senior stakeholders
• Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., MS Project, JIRA, Asana, Smartsheet)
• Change management expertise, including stakeholder engagement and implementation planning

EC-DAS

At 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.

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 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.

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

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at -benefits.

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If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission.

Commitment to Non-Descrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.

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