Director, Thermal Power Project Execution

invenergyllc; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 191,000 - 221,000; Full time

Job summary

Invenergy LLC in Chicago seeks a Director of Thermal Project Management to oversee combustion power plants from development to COD. You will lead cross‑functional teams, manage budgets, schedules, permits, and risk, and coordinate engineering, procurement, and construction across multiple projects.

The role requires 10+ years in combustion power, US work authorization, travel up to 25%, and a hybrid work model (office Mon–Thu, remote Fri).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, civil, electrical or structural engineering required.
• 10+ years of experience in combustion power plants with gas turbines, steam turbines, or engines preferred.
• Ability to travel up to 25% and work in a hybrid environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead project management across the lifecycle from development to COD.
• Coordinate engineering, procurement, and construction activities.
• Oversee permitting, interface with stakeholders, and manage risk and schedule.
• Ensure adherence to scope, budget, and safety requirements.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, civil, electrical or structural engineering

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Invenergy LLC in Chicago seeks a Director of Thermal Project Management to oversee combustion power plants from development to COD. You will lead cross‑functional teams, manage budgets, schedules, permits, and risk, and coordinate engineering, procurement, and construction across multiple projects.

The role requires 10+ years in combustion power, US work authorization, travel up to 25%, and a hybrid work model (office Mon–Thu, remote Fri).