Project Director/Senior Project Manager
Company: Leidos
Location: Framingham
Posted on: April 2, 2026
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Job Description:
At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts
of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our
customers’ success. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do
the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community.
Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business. Your
greatest work is ahead! We are looking for a Project Director/
Senior Project Manager to join our team. 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) Formal Mentorship programs
Developmental Leadership training Technical Upskilling
Opportunities Management opportunities This position is hybrid in
nature, with 3 days/week spent in office. Candidates local to
Framingham, MA will be preferred, but candidates able to work out
of our Charlotte, NC office will also be considered. The Challenge
(Responsibilities): Lead the development and execution of the
section’s growth strategy, identifying market opportunities,
expanding capabilities, and aligning operational plans with long
term business objectives. Serve as the primary liaison to C suite
leadership, driving high level proposal development, executive
communications, and internal approval processes for strategic
pursuits and investments. Oversee the section’s project portfolio
health, ensuring financial performance, schedule adherence, risk
management, and resource optimization across all programs and
initiatives. Act as a senior client facing leader, supporting
business development efforts, strengthening strategic partnerships,
and collaborating with cross functional project managers to ensure
integrated delivery across sections. Take ownership of overall
portfolio performance, including cost, schedule, and scope
management Drive strategic initiatives within the organization,
focusing on process improvements and operational efficiencies
Coordinate with engineering discipline leads to validate technical
scope, design assumptions, and constructability requirements.
Oversee contract administration, including tracking deliverables,
managing change orders, negotiating scope adjustments, and
preventing claims or disputes. Develop and maintain portfolio-level
performance dashboards, revenue forecasts, and schedule outlooks
for executive leadership. Lead the development and deployment of
standardized tools, templates, KPIs, and procedures to enhance PMO
maturity. Leverage project analytics and performance metrics to
drive decision-making, identify trends, and recommend corrective
actions. Oversee the preparation of bid documents, cost estimates,
and responses to Requests For Proposal Manage monthly client
invoicing, accruals, and accounts receivable processes Identify and
pursue business development opportunities to support organizational
growth Ensure compliance with contract requirements and quality
control standards Maintain regular communication with stakeholders,
including clients, project teams, subcontractors, and support
personnel Identify project risks and drive mitigation strategies
What You Will Bring to the Table (Required Qualifications):
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management,
Business, Finance or related field required 10 years of progressive
Project Management experience in the electric power industry, OR 8
years of experience with an Electrical Engineering Degree
Demonstrated Experience working with US Electric Utilities , EPC
and a comprehensive understanding of electric power and
infrastructure projects Must have direct experience working with
electric power infrastructure and EPC projects Demonstrated
competency in scope, schedule, cost control, and contract/change
management for multi-disciplinary utility projects Experience
preparing or reviewing bid proposals, cost estimates, and
technical/commercial responses to RFPs Strong leadership
capabilities, including team development, stakeholder management,
and portfolio-level oversight Proficiency in project management
software (e.g., MS Project, P6) and MS Office Suite Excellent
written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to
present to both technical and executive audiences Ability to Travel
locally and regionally as needed (roughly ~30-35%) in order to
support the needs of our clients You May Also Have: PMP
Certification or willingness to obtain within two years Prior
experience in a leadership position Demonstrated success in leading
cross-functional teams Previous experience working in a consulting
environment Experience with PowerBI and/or visualization tools
Leidos is a trusted and technology-focused solutions provider.
Utilities and mobile operators rely on our Power Delivery Services
Team for reliable power and telecommunication expertise, as
reflected through our work with more than 50 investor-owned
utilities, more than 160 municipals/cooperatives, as well as a
growing number of mobile operators, local utility providers and
private developers. In addition to providing engineering and
project management services, Leidos works with an established group
of industry-leading construction partners delivering meaningful
Energy Delivery Solutions. Our recognition as an industry leader is
confirmed by the latest national rankings by Engineering
News-Record (ENR) ranking Leidos within the Top 10 T&D Firms,
and Top 10 Power Firms. To explore and learn more, click here ! The
estimated pay range for this position is 140-170k, depending on
candidate qualifications/experience. PDSPM PowerDelivery If you're
looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink,
outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands
it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who
disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history.
We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else
dares. Original Posting: February 27, 2026 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. Pay Range: Pay
Range $92,300.00 - $166,850.00 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.
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