Project Scheduler and Controller

Project Scheduler & Controller Leidos Engineering is seeking an experienced Project Scheduler & Controller to join our Strategic Project Consulting team within our Power Delivery Solutions division. In this role, you will support a large electric utility client in the Pacific Northwestern US. This is an in-office position based out of either Portland, Bend or Medford, OR, depending on the location of the selected candidate. As the project controller, you'll play a key role in driving creative Project Management Solutions for Leidos' utility client, providing support to the PMO group for project scheduling and controls functions. The position will focus largely on construction scheduling, work planning, and project tracking. At times, the position will also need to be able to help with and maintain project forecasts and material tracking. As a Leidos employee, you can look forward to a collaborative culture, as well as managers who will encourage career development and growth opportunities, including: Project Management Professional (PMP) Formal Mentorship programs Developmental Leadership training Technical Upskilling Opportunities Management opportunities Key responsibilities will include: Developing, maintaining and driving engineering and construction schedules for various projects for public-owned and investor-owned electric utility client Working with Project Management using earned value management techniques to ensure that schedule and costs are aligned, including the development of recovery plans, to stay within approved limits Partnering closely with Project Management, Engineering Leads, Managers, Construction teams, and other client stakeholders to track and execute client deliverables Developing and producing schedule weekly/monthly project control reports for client and internal management review: which includes resource loading analysis and schedules, critical path items and risk analysis Interfacing directly with the client on a daily basis to report progress, schedule and risks across a portfolio of electric utility projects Assisting the project manager with the creation and maintenance of comprehensive project dashboard reports and KPI tracking Supporting project teams with material tracking Required qualifications: Mid-Level: 4-7 years of relevant project scheduling experience Senior-Level: 7-10 years of relevant project scheduling experience (Pay ranges will be commensurate with candidate experience) Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Finance or a closely related discipline is required Demonstrated experience working with scheduling software such as Primavera P6 Must have the capability to plan, organize, direct, and track technical efforts on project tasks Ability to work effectively in a team environment Strong written and verbal communication skills Must be able to interact with customer representatives in an effective manner Excellent organizational and problem solving skills and the ability to multi-task effectively Preferred qualifications: Familiarity with electric power infrastructure projects and knowledge of business issues associated with power delivery services Experience working with US electric utilities Demonstrated success with a team approach to the consulting business At Leidos, we pride ourselves on being a trusted and technology-focused solutions provider. Our Power Delivery Services Team is the go-to for utilities and mobile operators who need reliable power and telecommunication expertise. We've worked with over 50 investor-owned utilities, over 160 municipals/cooperatives, and we're continuing to expand our reach. Plus, we've got an amazing group of industry-leading construction partners who help us deliver meaningful Energy Delivery Solutions. Our recognition as an industry leader has been confirmed time and time again. Engineering News-Record (ENR) has ranked Leidos among the Top 10 T&D Firms and Top 10 Power Firms. If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 and moving faster than anyone else dares. 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 Leidos is an equal opportunity employer/disability/vet.

Created: 2026-03-04