DOT Portfolio Director with Security Clearance

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Job description

R- Description Leidos is seeking a DOT Portfolio Director to manage the Surface Transportation Solutions/Research portfolio within the Transportation Solutions (TS) operation. The DOT group holds a critical portfolio of FHWA IDIQ Programs and State and Local Transportation Programs. This individual will be the primary point for the DOT group and will work directly with Project Managers, customers, and senior government officials in the Department of Transportation Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and State and local DOTs. The selected individual will be responsible for all aspects of Portfolio Management, Team leadership, Control Account Management, P&L metrics, On-Contract Growth and working with Business Development on the expansion of the DOT portfolio. This position is in support of Department of Transportation programs with the Federal Highway Administration. There are multiple current programs including: Saxton Transportation Operations Laboratory, Operations, Safety, Safety R&D, and Asset management. Role is also responsible for identifying and pursuing new customer contract growth opportunities. All employees must be able to pass a background investigation. Employee will contribute directly to the growth of the portfolio, and will play a key role in planning, staffing, and managing new business pursuits. Roles and Responsibilities: Projecting and delivering the annual operating plan for the portfolio
Preparing presentations and metrics material for portfolio status reporting
Ensure areas of program management, finance, budgeting, financial planning, risk management and management reporting are being performed for all projects to Leidos standards
Participate in project reviews, operational meetings, & briefings
The candidate is required to interface verbally and in writing with technical and non-technical staff as well as the customer.
Influences development of solutions that impact strategic project/program/financial goals and business results.
Recommends and implements new solutions, processes, policies, standards in support of functions strategy and operations.
Provide direct leadership and guidance to portfolio program/project managers.
Manages, tracks and sets strategy for use of Marketing and Bid & Proposal yearly funds
Ensure the tasks of planning, preparing and delivering proposals aligns with the Leidos win plan including incorporation of lessons learned from previous submissions.
Ensure solid lines of communication and coordination are established and maintained with the customer and technical teams throughout the lifecycle of projects
Recommend and implement new solutions, processes, policies and standards and assist in solving problems that are complex and typically impact multiple area or disciplines.
Interface with task and functional leaders, subcontractors, and support personnel and influence development of solutions and processes that impact strategic goals and business results.
Qualifications Typically requires a BA/BS or equivalent experience and 12+ years of prior relevant experience or Masters with 10+ years of prior relevant experience with US Government programs/projects over $10M per year. Generally has 7+ years of experience supervising or leading teams or projects.
US citizenship is required.
Requires deep management and leadership knowledge to lead cross-family teams/project
Ability to establish business rhythms, communications, and a working relationship with the customers
Preparing presentations and metrics material for program/project status reporting
Risk management and analysis, management reporting and data maintenance
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment
Possess strong written and verbal communication skills
Be able to manage multiple projects at the same time
Ability to learn new tasks quickly and complete multiple assignments in a timely manner
Attention to detail with strong documentation skills
Demonstrated experience working effectively with teams in a dynamic and geographically dispersed environment
Demonstrated strong stakeholder engagement skills
Experience leading and managing transportation projects with the DOT/FHWA, FMCSA, State/local DoTs
Experience with a variety of transportation project types, including research, policy development, technical/IT implementation, roadside/civil engineering
Familiarity with government budgeting approaches for transportation projects
Desired skills Portfolio management experience managing multiple IDIQ programs. PMP or equivalent certification is a plus.
Interest in government contracting, research and portfolio growth
Experience with Leidos financial processes and procedures a definite plus
Ability to quickly comprehend processes and learn systems and tools
Ability to delegate appropriately and maintain oversight through completion
Ability to influence others to understand and accept new concepts, practices, or approaches.
Ability to be accountable and professional while maintaining effective interpersonal (written, verbal and presentation) skills while managing multiple priorities and tasks
Experience with change management, strategic planning, driving innovation
Knowledge of data collection and analytical assessment Original Posting Date: 2024-08-20
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 $144,300.00 - $260,850.00 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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