Project Manager

Frederick, MD, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Range $92,300.00 - $166,850.00

Benefits

competitive compensation

Health and wellness programs

income protection

paid leave

retirement plans

Professional development opportunities

Diversity and inclusion commitment

Job Description

Leidos is a global leader in technology and innovation, serving government and commercial customers with cutting-edge digital and mission solutions. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Leidos has a workforce of approximately 47,000 employees worldwide and generated revenues of around $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ending January 3, 2025. The company is dedicated to driving smarter, more efficient innovations that support national security, defense, and commercial sectors. With a strong emphasis on collaboration, integrity, and excellence, Leidos offers dynamic career opportunities that challenge the status quo and reward forward-thinking individuals who embrace change and disruption.

The Digital Modernization Sector project area at Leidos is currently seeking an experienced Project Manager to join the team supporting the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) Defense Red Switch Network (DRSN) under the GSM-O II enterprise Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) management system contract at Fort Meade, Maryland. This role is vital in managing complex projects within a fast-paced and mission-critical environment, ensuring successful delivery of high-quality products and services that meet stringent government requirements.

The Project Manager will be responsible for overseeing multiple concurrent tasks and projects, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, technical resources, stakeholders, and DISA customers. The individual in this role will develop comprehensive project plans, schedule resources, assess risks, and implement mitigation strategies to drive operational efficiencies. This includes monitoring project progression, managing scopes, budgets, and timelines, and supporting process improvements to streamline project execution.

Successful candidates for this position thrive in dynamic environments requiring strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing priorities simultaneously. The Project Manager will also facilitate effective communications across internal teams and external stakeholders, prepare essential project documentation, and support various management reviews and customer meetings. Coaching and mentoring junior staff is also part of the role to ensure quality and timely deliverables.

Candidates must hold an active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility, as no sponsorship will be provided. The position offers a competitive pay range between $92,300 and $166,850 annually, reflecting the candidate's experience, education, and expertise. Leidos values a culture of high performance and innovation and seeks individuals who can contribute to driving mission success while advancing their professional careers in a supportive and challenging environment.

This opportunity at Leidos represents a chance to be part of a leading company that is continuously pushing the boundaries of technology to support vital national defense objectives. With comprehensive benefits that include health and wellness programs, income protection, paid leave, and retirement plans, employees are supported both professionally and personally. Leidos is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, ensuring all qualified applicants are considered fairly regardless of background. If you are a proactive, skilled Project Manager looking to make a real impact within a respected organization, this role in the Digital Modernization Sector is an excellent fit.

Job Requirements

Active DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility
Bachelor's degree and 8-12 years of prior relevant experience or Master's with 6-10 years of prior relevant experience, or equivalent work experience
Self-starter who is detail oriented, extremely organized, and able to multitask
Strong attention to detail
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Proficient with Microsoft Office applications
Ability to assist in planning and implementation of projects, adhering to timelines, budget, and scope
Ability to organize and lead project meetings
Ability to resolve project related issues timely and effectively
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple competing priorities and projects
Skilled listener able to understand technical interactions and collaborate across multiple teams
Comfortable interacting with customers and stakeholders
Proficient in project management software
Ability to identify areas of improvement, critical dependencies, and process changes
Experienced in coordinating with multiple technical and operational teams within budget guidelines
Capable of assigning tasks to personnel across multiple time zones and managing contract performance

Job Qualifications

Active DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility
Bachelor's degree and 8-12 years of prior relevant experience or Master's with 6-10 years of prior relevant experience, or equivalent work experience
Self-starter who is detail oriented, extremely organized, and with multitasking abilities
Strong attention to detail, as focus on task completion is critical
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Must be proficient with Microsoft Office applications
Assist in the planning and implementation of projects, ensuring adherence to timelines, budget, and scope
Organize and lead project meetings, ensuring all relevant parties are involved and informed
Assist in resolving project related issues or obstacles in a timely and effective manner
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple competing priorities and projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and delivering quality results
Experienced listener with the ability to understand technical interactions and collaborate across multiple teams
Comfortable interacting with customers and stakeholders
Proficient in project management software
Ability to apply advanced principles and concepts in identifying areas of improvement, critical dependencies, and process changes that make significant improvements to project processes and results
Experience coordinating with multiple technical and operational teams to achieve the necessary project or activity plans, and schedules while maintaining within budget guidelines
Experience in assigning tasks to contractor personnel that are in multiple time zones, supervising on-going technical efforts, and managing contract performance on projects identified by Leidos leadership

Job Duties

Manage multiple concurrent tasks and projects to support the planning and implementation of the Defense Red Switch Network
Work independently, engage with required stakeholders, and execute an end-to-end plan to achieve operational efficiencies within the project area of responsibility
Work closely with technical resources to develop an approach, schedule, risks, and staffing requirements to successfully implement the objectives
Communicate with internal team members across multiple areas, external stakeholders, and the DISA customers
Analyze external activities that may drive dependencies or risks to the plan(s)
Understand all applicable performance standards, operational impacts, and affected Acceptable Levels of Performance that may be impacted by the change
Support process improvements, including identifying inefficiencies and recommending solutions to streamline project execution
Provide overall support for customer meetings, including initial input for charts, action-item tracking, and general data calls
Develop and maintain project schedules, tracking progress, and identifying external dependencies, risks, or delays
Prepare project documentation, including CDRLs, ROMB, COR/PMR/MOR Charts, 5x15, presentations, reports, and meeting minutes and actions
Assist/Monitor project tasks are completed in compliance with Leidos and customer policies, quality standards, and regulatory requirements
Coordinate and transfer inputs for project reviews (e.g., MOR, QBRs, etc.) and actions item tracking/coordination
Coach, review, and delegate work to junior project staff and support personnel to ensure quality and timely delivery