Description
Job Description
The National Security Sector (NSS) is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Project Management Manager who is responsible for leading and overseeing all aspects of project execution from initiation through completion. 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 the end-to-end management of programs, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and stakeholder expectations.
- Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of multiple interrelated projects or large-scale programs.
- Ensure adherence to scope, schedule, and budget constraints while maintaining high standards of quality.
- Interface with functional leaders, task leads, subcontractors, and support staff to coordinate resources and responsibilities.
- Identify risks, issues, and bottlenecks; develop mitigation strategies and contingency plans.
- Monitor and report program performance using tools such as Earned Value Management (EVM).
- Implement process improvements and change management strategies to optimize program outcomes.
- Conduct program evaluations and post-implementation reviews to measure success and identify areas for growth.
- Provide strategic communication planning for both internal and external stakeholders.
- Lead a high-performing team of professionals, providing input to hiring, development, performance management, and rewards.
- Contribute to the development of new products, services, or operational strategies in support of organizational goals.
- Manage budgetary responsibilities including forecasting, cost tracking, and financial reporting.
Basic Qualifications
- TS/SCI w/ Poly Clearance is required
- Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Business Administration, Engineering, Information Systems.
- Minimum 10 years of experience applying administrative principles and practices.
- Minimum of 5 years of leadership, supervisory, or program management experience.
- Proven experience in Facilities project management, including planning, execution, and oversight.
- Experience working within national security, intelligence analysis, or related security-focused domains.
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other relevant business applications.
- Proven Experience with acquisition processes, including facility services, Architectural and Engineering (A&E), and construction contracting.
- Strong organizational and project coordination skills with exceptional attention to detail.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to brief senior leadership and stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate project teams effectively within a secure and fast-paced environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Business Administration, Project Management, Engineering, or a related field.
- Professional Engineer (PE) or Registered Architect (RA) licensure.
- Project Management Professional (PMP), Program Management Professional (PgMP), or equivalent certification.
- 10+ years of progressive experience in program or project management, with a proven track record of delivering complex, cross-functional initiatives.
- Experience managing large-scale budgets and having full P&L accountability.
- Strong background in schedule and performance metrics.
- Demonstrated success leading change management initiatives and implementing transformational strategies.
- Demonstrated success leading teams in facility/campus/institutional facilities management, overseeing facility projects or initiatives that span multiple functional areas or disciplines.
- Demonstrated success leading teams delivering critical infrastructure projects for mission critical facilities.
- Experience in regulated or technical industries (e.g., aerospace, defense, healthcare, IT, or engineering).
- Proficiency with program management tools and platforms such as Microsoft Project, Primavera, ProCore, Archibus, and SAP.
EC-DAS
We’re not looking for perfectly polished resumes or perfect fits. We’re looking for people who break limits, ask hard questions, and don’t wait to be told what’s next. At Leidos, we’re not following the roadmap — we’re redrawing it.
Original Posting:
November 4, 2025
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 $134,550.00 - $243,225.00
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.
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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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 www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.
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