PM Team Lead at Leidos
Chantilly, VA 20151, USA -
Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Dec, 25

Salary

189175.0

Posted On

06 Sep, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Communication Skills, Pmp, Lessons, Resource Allocation, Program Evaluation, Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, Contract Management, Change Management, Continuous Process Improvement, Risk, Information Technology, Program Planning, Program Management Professional

Industry

Information Technology/IT

Description

DESCRIPTION

We are seeking a highly organized and experienced PM Team Lead to lead cross-functional initiatives and ensure the successful delivery of complex projects. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing all phases of the project lifecycle—from initiation and planning to execution, monitoring, and closure. This role requires strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills, along with a solid understanding of project management methodologies and best practices.
Primary Responsibilities:
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Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, including scope, schedule, resources, risk mitigation strategies, and communication frameworks.

  • Lead and coordinate project teams across various functional areas to ensure successful and timely delivery of all project deliverables.
  • Use project management tools to track progress, monitor task completion, and manage dependencies.
  • Manage budgets, timelines, and contractual deliverables in alignment with organizational and client requirements.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for stakeholder communications, ensuring regular updates to leadership, clients, and end users.
  • Prepare and deliver project status reports, highlighting key performance indicators (KPIs), milestones, and risks.
  • Proactively identify project risks and issues; develop and implement mitigation strategies to minimize impact.
  • Ensure all project activities are compliant with internal policies, industry standards, and applicable regulations.
  • Conduct post-project reviews and continuous improvement assessments to enhance future project delivery.
  • Serve as the back up to the Design and Construction Manager during absences
  • Serve as the back up to the Task Order 3 & 4 manager during absences
  • Assist in estimation of projects and menu pricing items

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS


  • TS/SCI w/ Poly Clearance is required
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Bachelor’s degree in Business, Management, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field with 8–12 years of relevant experience; OR Master’s degree with 6–10 years of relevant experience. Experience can be considered in lieu of a degree.

  • Demonstrated success in program or project management, overseeing projects or initiatives that span multiple functional areas or disciplines.

  • Experience managing scope, schedule, budget, and resources for complex programs, including risk and change management.


  • Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and delegate tasks effectively across various workstreams.

  • Proficient in program planning, resource allocation, stakeholder communication, and performance tracking.

  • Experience coordinating with internal teams, external vendors, subcontractors, and client representatives.

  • Solid understanding of risk management, program evaluation, and continuous process improvement.

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, especially in developing and delivering reports and status updates to internal and external stakeholders.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Project or program management certification, such as PMP (Project Management Professional), PgMP (Program Management Professional), or Certified ScrumMaster (CSM).

  • Experience with profit and loss (P&L) responsibilities, including managing budgets and financial forecasting.

  • Familiarity with tools like Microsoft Project, JIRA, Smartsheet, Primavera, or Asana.

  • Proven ability to drive change management, lead through ambiguity, and implement process and performance improvements.

  • Knowledge of contract management and experience managing government contracts or working in regulated industries (e.g., defense, healthcare, aerospace).

  • Experience in conducting post-project/program evaluations, assessing outcomes, and applying lessons learned to future initiatives.

  • Understanding of program governance, enterprise-level portfolio management, or strategic planning frameworks.

  • Experience with customer processes and procedures on customer locations
Responsibilities

Please refer the Job description for details

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