Power Delivery Project Management Intern - Leidos

Description

UNLEASH YOUR POTENTIAL!

At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers’ success.  We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainably.  Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business.

Are you ready for your next challenge?

Leidos Engineering is seeking a highly motivated Power Delivery Project Management Intern to work in our Houston, TX office. The Project Management Intern will typically support one or more project managers leading the management of teams designing electric transmission, distribution and substation facilities.

If this sounds like the kind of environment where you can thrive, keep reading!

THE MISSION

Power Delivery Solutions is an established group of electric utility engineering consultants that solve challenging transmission, substation and distribution engineering problems for our utility clients nationwide.  Leidos is a trusted and future-focused solutions provider. Utilities consistently come to Leidos for reliable power expertise, as reflected through our work with more than 50 investor-owned utilities and more than 160 municipals/cooperatives across the country as well as a growing number of local utility providers and private developers. Our project portfolio includes large energy projects for electric utilities, power generation owners, and industrial clients. In addition, Leidos works with an established group of industry-leading construction partners delivering meaningful energy delivery solutions. Our recognition as an industry leader is confirmed by the latest national rankings by Engineering News-Record (ENR) ranking Leidos within the Top 10 T&D Firms, Top 10 Program Management Firms, and Top 20 Power Firms. 

Are you ready to make an impact?  Begin your journey of a flourishing and meaningful career, share your resume with us today!

This position offers a variety of opportunities, including, but not limited to:

• experiencing a professional work environment
• performing a variety of routine project management tasks
• learning to apply project management principles to engineering teams
• performing basic schedule updates and reporting
• learning to use project management software and applications

Successful candidates can look forward to a fast paced, diverse work environment and flexible work hours/work arrangements as well as managers who will encourage career development and growth including:  

• Project Management Professional (PMP)
• Technical & Non-Technical Training Opportunities
• Leadership Opportunities
• Mentorship & Training Opportunities
• Opportunity to Lead, Grow, and Inspire a Dynamic Team

In this role, you can also expect to gain:

• Interface with local clients
• Electrical Power Delivery Exposure
• Interactions with power delivery engineering disciplines (Substation, Protection & Controls, and Civil Structural)
• Strategic Development
• Expanding a Portfolio of Business
• Partnering with a Variety of Utility Clients Nationwide

THE CHALLENGE (Role and Responsibilities)

• Complete tasks and assignments based on direction provided by senior project management
• Participate in team discussions planning work assignments, reviewing financial performance, and optimizing project delivery
• Perform schedule and financial reviews and analysis
• Learn to apply proactive project management decision making.
• Ensure on-time delivery of project deliverables

WHAT SETS YOU APART (Required Skills)

• Must be currently enrolled in an Engineering or Business program at an accredited university or college with a current GPA of 2.6 or higher
• Prior use and knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• General knowledge of Scheduling software and principals

Professional Attributes:

• Ability to meet deadlines under pressure situations
• Team player who can work effectively in team environment
• Self-starter who work independently with minimal direction
• Strong written and verbal communication skills required when interfacing with clients and staff
• Detail oriented with attention to quality
• Strong analytical skills and proven problem solver in both team and independent environments
• High level of computer competency    

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Original Posting Date:

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:

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.