Project Manager (Level 5)
Grand Prairie, Texas
Grand Prairie, Texas
Job Responsibilities
Description:
You will be the Project Manager (Level 5) for the Construction Management team. Our team is responsible for overseeing and executing facility construction activities—including renovations, expansions, and new builds—at the Grand Prairie, TX MFC site.
What You Will Be Doing
As the Project Manager (Level 5) you will be responsible for guiding projects from concept through final completion while ensuring schedule, cost, and quality targets are met.
Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Lead design development, procurement, and contractor selection, including bid walk‑throughs and evaluation.
- Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, coordinating access and resources across all stakeholders.
- Manage contract performance, financials, and capital‑asset accounting, ensuring accurate invoicing and cost control.
- Conduct periodic and final inspections to verify code compliance, quality standards, and user acceptance.
- Resolve conflicts and problems quickly, securing customer satisfaction and on‑time delivery.
Why Join Us
The ideal candidate is a decisive, collaborative leader with a proven track record in large‑scale construction management. This role offers the chance to shape critical infrastructure, work with cutting‑edge technologies, and make a tangible impact on mission‑critical facilities.
We are committed to supporting your work‑life balance and overall well‑being, offering flexible scheduling options. Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.
Further Information About This Opportunity
This position is in Dallas. Discover more about our Dallas, Texas location.
MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access.
Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelor of Science degree in engineering, construction management or similar discipline and 8+ years of project management experience in commercial construction project/program management or equivalent experience/combined education with 15 years total professional project management experience.
• Understanding of laboratory, factory/manufacturing/assembly, and office space requirements.
• Proven project management skills and strong organizational and time management skills including ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure.
Desired Skills:
• Twenty years experience with in commercial construction management in manufacturing, lab and office environments.
• Large facility construction project and design experience.
• Understanding Equipment commissioning.
• Proficient in MS office software programs including PowerPoint excel word outlook and project.
• Demonstrated experience preparing and maintaining outline milestone and detailed schedules.
• Demonstrated ability to write effective statements of work.
• Experience facilitating utility service provider design and installation.
• Experience in preparation of design and construction cost estimates.
• Lien law compliance.
• Prepare and maintain project status and cost reports.
• Dispute resolution with suppliers.
• Effective change management.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills and including the ability to work effectively with customers, staff, management and diverse populations.
• Track record of successful budget control and execution of projects in the 100s of millions of dollars including contract and supplier procurement process of solicitation for proposal, evaluation of proposals, labor and material cost breakdown analysis, purchase order preparation, invoicing and contract closeout.
• Experience in management of Architectural and Engineering Firms during the design phase
Clearance Level: None
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.
With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.
If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: MISSILES AND FIRE CONTROL
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Facilities
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
About
At Lockheed Martin, we apply our passion for purposeful innovation to keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges.
Pioneering Defense Technology: From aerospace to outer space to cyber space, you can innovate mission solutions alongside the best minds in the business.
United By Culture: Excellence, integrity, and collaboration define us. We accelerate change and embrace one another’s perspectives to win for our customers.
Real Impact, Real Growth: Grow your career and skills for life. Our wide array of opportunities and technology-driven learning programs enable your development and agility.
Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life: Competitive pay, comprehensive benefits and flexible schedules designed so you thrive — at work and beyond.
Empowered to Be Your Best: Use your strengths to make a difference in the lives of one another, our customers, our communities, and our planet.
Here, the possibilities are endless because we offer:
- Flexible Schedules, dependent on role
- Levels: Student, Entry, Mid, Senior, Management
- Locations: Nationwide & OCONUS Positions
Qualifications
See what it takes to be a successful Lockheed Martin employee.
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Collaborative
There is no innovation without imagination. You bring new, different and exciting ideas to the table every day. You are committed to the success of your team.
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Curious
The ability to explore and drive new ideas. You think innovatively to come up with creative solutions to complex challenges.
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Goal-oriented
From planning and organizing to decision making, goal orientation produces impactful results. You set goals and strive to make things happen quickly and efficiently.
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Proactive
The ability to anticipate, plan and prepare for what lies ahead. You act rather than react to potential situations.
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Problem Solver
You work to tackle tough problems with complex solutions.
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Strategic
You observe, reflect and analyze processes to make more informed decisions.
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“Before I came to Lockheed Martin, I never thought I’d get these opportunities. The benefits available and the company’s value culture make it an incredibly supportive place to work, and I’m grateful to work somewhere that wants me to succeed. I hope to have a long career here making an impact, and I know I’ll be supported in doing that every step of the way.”
Ryan J., Enterprise Operations
Benefits
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Healthcare
Medical, Dental and Vision coverage is available for employees who opt-in.
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401(k)/Retirement Plans
Our 401(k) plan features generous matching and company contributions.
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Professional Development
We support our employees through mentoring, internal & external educational programs, networking, skills enhancement and career-building programs.
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Maternity and Paternity Leave
Our generous parental leave policies support your journey into parenthood. When you return to work, our facilities offer mother's rooms to support your transition and work/life balance.
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Paid Time Off
We offer PTO, paid holidays and paid time off for jury duty and military obligations.
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Flex-time
Depending on the position, we offer flexible work schedules.