Telecommunications Project Manager

Leidos Engineering is seeking an experienced Telecommunications Project Manager to join their Strategic Program Consulting team. The Project Manager will lead project management tasks for telecom infrastructure initiatives, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget while managing cross-functional teams and stakeholder communication.

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

Requirements:

• 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
• 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