Senior Project Manager - Data Center Power Generation

Rehlko, LLC

$113K — $143K *
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Degree in Engineering or 8+ years in power generation or data center construction.
  • Experience managing large-scale, multi-million-dollar engineering or EPC projects.
  • Knowledge of HSE, Quality, and Commissioning protocols.
  • Understanding of the power generation sector, including engine systems.
  • Proficient in MS Office and scheduling/project software.
  • Ability to travel nationally to project sites.

Responsibilities

  • Lead cross-functional project teams for data center power generation projects.
  • Conduct site walks and leadership meetings for safety and schedule alignment.
  • Manage project performance against timelines, scope, and quality.
  • Facilitate internal coordination meetings to monitor progress and resolve issues.
  • Provide mentorship to improve team performance and project delivery.
  • Liaise with clients and developers to interpret project goals and resolve issues.
  • Negotiate project milestones and commercial terms with clients.
  • Develop and manage detailed construction schedules with project tools.

Benefits

  • Primarily remote work with some onsite requirements within a 50-mile radius.
  • Opportunity to work with experienced engineering staff and subcontractors.
  • Emphasis on training and mentorship for team development.
  • Involvement in large-scale, meaningful power generation projects.
  • Work with a company focused on HSE and quality standards.
Full Job Description
Why You Will Love this Job

The Senior Project Manager will plan, organize, and manage assigned data center power generation projects, including Jenbacher engine installations and balance of plant (BOP) infrastructure, ensuring successful completion on time, within budget, and to the satisfaction of the client and Clarke Energy.

Specific Responsibilities:
  • Lead and manage cross-functional project teams for assigned data center power generation projects, including Clarke Energy engineering staff, subcontractors, and site personnel.
  • Conduct routine site walks and leadership meetings to ensure safety compliance and real-time schedule alignment.
  • Manage overall performance and delivery of projects against contractual timelines, scope, and quality standards.
  • Organize and facilitate regular internal coordination meetings and one-to-one sessions with key team members to monitor progress, resolve issues, and keep the project on track.
  • Provide training and mentorship opportunities for team members to improve performance and project delivery capabilities.
  • Liaise with data center clients and developers to interpret project goals, resolve issues, and advise leadership on contractual deviations.
  • Negotiate and agree on project milestones, critical path activities, and commercial terms with client representatives.
  • Develop and manage detailed construction and commissioning schedules using tools such as Microsoft Project or Primavera P6.
  • Partner with the Finance Director to forecast and track project costs, payment milestones, and revenue recognition aligned with contract obligations.
  • Ensure all projects are executed in strict compliance with Health, Safety, Environmental (HSE), and Quality standards.
  • Assign and manage resources-internal and subcontracted-to maintain project momentum and achieve quality benchmarks.
  • Source, evaluate, and manage vendor and subcontractor agreements to ensure value, reliability, and compliance with project requirements.
  • Monitor progress at all stages of construction, mechanical/electrical installation, commissioning, and client handover-taking corrective actions as needed.
  • Maintain proactive communication with clients, updating on progress, mitigating risks, and ensuring high satisfaction.
  • Provide regular reporting to the Project Director and stakeholders, including risk assessments, progress metrics, and issue resolution.


Requirements:
  • Degree in Engineering discipline or minimum 8 years of power generation or data center construction experience.
  • Proven experience managing large-scale, multi-million-dollar engineering or EPC projects.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of HSE, Quality, and Commissioning protocols.
  • Strong understanding of the power generation sector, including reciprocating engine systems.
  • Proficient in MS Office Suite and scheduling/project controls software.
  • Ability to travel nationally to project sites as needed.


Desirable
  • PMP Certification or equivalent project management qualification.
  • Experience with Procore, Primavera P6, or similar project tracking software.
  • Experience in multi-engine containerized solutions and utility interconnect processes.


Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

Important Notice: This position is primarily remote. However, if you reside within a 50-mile radius of a Rehlko site, you may be required to work onsite at least 2-3 business days per week.

Rehlko hires candidates only in states where we have an established business presence. We do not hire candidates residing in the following states: AK, AR, DE, HI, ME, ND, NE, VT, WV, WY. Remote work opportunities are also unavailable for these locations.

The Salary range for this position is $113,000.00-$143,950.00.The specific Salary rate offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's experience, their education, and the work location.

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