Construction Projects Lead

Description

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Construction Manager to join our team. This role is responsible for providing planning, direction, stakeholder coordination and supervision of construction projects.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment on project scope and budget.
• Analyze project specifications, drawings, and related documents to determine project requirements and estimate costs.
• Monitor project progress and provide ongoing cost and schedule forecasting to support management.
• Identify project issues and risks, make recommendations and coordinate solutions to ensure successful project delivery.
• Maintain and update historical cost data and construction pricing databases.

• Ensure compliance with company standards, procedures, and client requirements.

Basic Qualifications

• TS/SCI w/ Poly Clearance is required
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or a related technical field and 4-8 years of relevant experience or additional experience in lieu of degree.
• Proven experience in planning, directing, and supervising facility projects.
• Demonstrated ability to develop, schedule, and implement construction projects independently.
• Solid understanding of construction processes, building codes, and compliance requirements.
• Experience with project management, including budgeting, scheduling, contractor oversight, and reporting.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to influence internal teams and client stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional certifications such as PMP (Project Management Professional), CCM (Certified Construction Manager), or equivalent.
• Experience managing multi-disciplinary construction teams and subcontractors across various project phases in support of critical infrastructure and mission critical facilities.
• Proficiency in Autodesk AutoCAD and the ability to produce, read, and interpret technical drawings.
• Working knowledge ofcontract management, including negotiation and administration of construction contracts.
• Hands-on experience withrisk management,quality control, andsafety assurancepractices in construction environments.
• Experience conductingconstruction inspectionsand ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Advanced experience using project management software such as MS Project, Primavera, or similar platforms.

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 onlyand 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.

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 www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.

Securing Your Data

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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.