Senior Project Manager (Data Center/Power Plant) - Primoris Energy Services

PRIMORIS USA • $100K — $130K *
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil) or Construction Management; PMP preferred.
  • 8-10 years in simple and combined cycle power plant construction, with 5 years in project management roles.
  • Strong understanding of gas and steam turbines, balance of plant, and construction methodologies.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and decision-making skills.
  • Proficiency in MS Project, Primavera P6, AutoCAD, and project management tools.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, and execution strategies.
  • Lead cross-functional teams including engineers, contractors, and suppliers.
  • Oversee contract negotiations, risk management, and stakeholder communications.
  • Ensure adherence to safety regulations and quality standards.
  • Monitor project expenditures and financial performance.
  • Prepare progress reports and compliance documentation.

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation paid weekly.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • 401(k) plan with company match, vested from day one.
  • Tuition reimbursement for ongoing education.
  • Paid time off, including community service time and holiday pay.
  • Pet coverage options.
  • Legal assistance coverage.
  • Recognition for award-winning safety programs.
Full Job Description
Are you ready to lead and shape the future of Gas & Steam Turbine Data Center/Power Plant construction? Primoris Energy Services is looking for a dynamic and experienced Senior Project Manager to drive the success of our cutting-edge projects from start to finish. If you have a strong background in data center/power plant engineering, construction management, and project execution, this is the opportunity you've been waiting for. Primoris is ranked in the top 1% of the prestigious Top 600 Specialty Contractors List by Engineering News-Record (ENR). Join our team today!

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to oversee the planning, execution, and completion of Gas and Steam Turbine Data Center/Power Plant construction projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in simple & combined cycle power plant engineering, construction management, and project execution. This role requires leadership, coordination, and technical expertise to ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with regulatory and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Project Planning & Execution: Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, and execution strategies.
  • Team Coordination: Lead cross-functional teams, including engineers, Direct Hire Construction Supervision, contractors, suppliers, and consultants.
  • Contract & Stakeholder Management: Oversee contract negotiations, risk management, and stakeholder communications.
  • Compliance & Quality Assurance: Ensure adherence to safety regulations, environmental policies, and industry standards.
  • Budget & Cost Control: Monitor project expenditures and financial performance.
  • Reporting & Documentation: Prepare progress reports, risk assessments, and compliance documentation.

Qualifications & Experience:
  • Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil), Construction Management or equivalent experience. PMP or equivalent certification is a plus.
  • Experience: Minimum of 8-10 years in simple and combined cycle power plant construction, with at least 5 years in project management roles.
  • Technical Knowledge: Understanding of gas and steam turbines, balance of plant (BOP), EPC contracts, and construction methodologies.
  • Skills: Strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
  • Software Proficiency: MS Project, Primavera P6, AutoCAD, and project management tools.
  • Certifications: PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent preferred.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience in Guaranteed Max Price, Lump Sum and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) projects.
  • Familiarity with international power plant standards (ISO, ASME, API, IEC, IEEE, OSHA, etc.).
  • Knowledge of contract management and FIDIC contracts.

Work Conditions:
  • On-site work with travel to various locations as required.
  • Ability to work in high-pressure environments and manage multiple project phases simultaneously.

Benefits:
    • Competitive compensation paid weekly
    • Best-in-class; Medical, Dental, Vision, and LTD/STD
    • 401(k) with company match, vested day-one
    • Employee Stock Purchase Plan [ESPP]
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, and Community Service Paid Time Off
    • Pet Coverage "For our Furry Friends"
    • Legal Assistance Coverage
    • Award winning safety programs

Company Overview:

Primoris was formed in 2004 as the parent company and is traded on the NYSE under the symbol PRIM. We provide a wide range of construction, maintenance, and engineering services for power generation, oil and gas, chemical, pipeline, utilities and distribution, and civil infrastructure clients. Primoris is ranked in the top 1% of the prestigious Top 600 Specialty Contractors List by Engineering News-Record (ENR), having built projects throughout the U.S. and Canada. For additional information, please visit www.prim.com.

Primoris Energy Services is a major direct-hire contractor in the U.S. delivering self-performed turnkey industrial construction and EPC services. We offer these services to our clients within the refining, gas processing, chemical/petrochemical, hydrogen, power generation, mining, pulp and paper industries from the first groundbreaking activity all the way through commissioning and start-up of the project. Primoris forms a partnership with our customers and major stakeholders from early-stage engineering through construction completion and commercial operation, safely, on-time, and within budget.

Third-Party Agency Notice:

Primoris will not accept any unsolicited resumes from any third-party recruiting agencies either domestic or international. Primoris nor its subsidiaries will be responsible for any fees from the use of any unsolicited resumes either through our ATS or via electronic mail systems from any agency representative or agency consultant unless your firm is an approved vendor partner with a current executed agreement.

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