Leidos

Project Cost Analyst

Leidos  •  $66k - $119k/yr  •  United States (Hybrid)  •  9 days ago
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Job Description

Leidos Engineering is seeking an experienced Project Controller/Project Cost Analyst to join our Power Delivery Solutions division. In this role, you will work project managers and engineering leads to provide comprehensive Project Management Services that support Leidos' electric utility clients. The Project Controller will be a part of our Strategic Project & Program Consulting Team, team, ensuring the successful delivery of projects while adhering to Leidos' Mission, Vision, and Values.

Successful candidates will enjoy a fast-paced, agile and diverse working environment. You can look forward to collaborative and flexible work hours/work arrangements, as well as managers who will encourage career development and growth opportunities, including:

  • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
  • Leadership training & Management opportunities
  • Formal Mentorship programs
  • Professional Development & Continuing Education Resources
  • Technical Upskilling programs

This role is hybrid in nature, with remote working capabilities, however, periodic travel to client sites throughout Kentucky area including Louisville and Lexington. may be required. Therefore, ideal candidates will be located in these areas.

This position will involve work with forecasts, cost controls, process documentation, risk identification and variance analysis. Responsibilities will include:

  • Developing, monitoring and maintaining engineering and construction project budgets for various sized transmission & distribution projects for public-owned and investor-owned electric utilities
  • Work with Project Management teams using earned value management techniques to ensure that forecasts and costs are aligned, including the development of recovery plans, to stay within approved limits
  • Share team utilization metrics and address any utilization concerns with Louisville Gas & Electric and Kentucky Utilities Center of Excellence (COE) to maintain alignment with project objectives and resource requirements.
  • Partner closely with Engineering Leads and Managers to track and execute client deliverables
  • Develop and produce weekly/monthly project control reports for client and internal management review.
  • Interfacing directly with the client and internal management to report progress, schedule and risks across a portfolio of electrical distribution projects
  • Assist the project manager with the creation and maintenance of comprehensive project dashboard reports and KPI tracking

Background Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in the following disciplines: Business, Engineering, Construction Management, or closely related
  • Three (3) + years of relevant project controls and/or cost analysis experience
  • Proven knowledge of PowerPlan enterprise project performance software will be strongly preferred
  • Preferred candidates will demonstrate recent and in-depth expertise in electric power infrastructure projects within transmission, substation and/or distribution design
  • Demonstrated work history of planning, organizing, directing and tracking technical efforts on assigned tasks
  • Should be capable of tracking cost and schedule status of assigned tasks
  • Must be able to interact with customer representatives in an effective manner; Strong writing and verbal communication skills required
  • Proficiency utilizing MS Project or Primavera P6 suite with a heavy emphasis on MS Excel.
  • Previous experience working with Louisville Gas & Electric and Kentucky Utilities would be preferred, but not required

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.

We challenge our staff with interesting assignments that provide them with an opportunity to thrive, professionally and personally. For us, helping you grow your career is good business. Your greatest work is ahead!

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Original Posting:

March 24, 2026

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.

Pay Range:

Pay Range $65,650.00 - $118,675.00

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.

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About Leidos

Leidos is a Fortune 500® innovation company rapidly addressing the world’s most vexing challenges in national security and health. The company's global workforce of 48,000 collaborates to create smarter technology solutions for customers in heavily regulated industries. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $15.4 billion for the fiscal year ended December 29, 2023.

Leidos was cited for the meaningful work employees perform that is challenging, impactful, and aligned with our customers’ missions as reasons professionals want to work and stay at our company. Leidos has also been named to lists including Forbes’ Best Employers for Diversity, Forbes’ America’s Best Employers for Women, Military Times Best for Vets Employers, and Ethisphere Institute’s World's Most Ethical Companies®.

Employees enjoy career enrichment opportunities available through mobility and development and experience rewarding relationships with supportive supervisors and talented colleagues and customers. Employees appreciate our flexible work environment, allowing for and encouraging a true work-life balance. Our professionals are also excited about our Employee Resource Groups, like the Collaborative Outreach with Remote and Embedded Employees (CORE), which strives to create an environment where every employee, regardless of location, feels fully engaged as a valued employee of Leidos.

Your most important work is ahead, visit careers.leidos.com for our latest opportunities.

Industry
Aviation & Aerospace
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Reston, Virginia
Year Founded
1969
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