EPC Construction Project Manager (Senior)

Powersecure-Inc.; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) matching

Vacation & PTO

Flexible spending accounts

Wellness program

Employee referrals

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

PowerSecure, a Southern Company subsidiary, is seeking a Project Manager II to ensure the safe installation of DI equipment and timely EPC project completion in Durham, NC.

You will lead cross-functional teams, manage budgets over $15M, oversee procurement and schedules, and mentor junior staff. This role requires OSHA certification and strong financial acumen to drive risk control and client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field with 6+ years in energy or construction.
• PMP certification preferred.
• Experience managing budgets over $15M and multi-project portfolios.
• OSHA 10 or 30 certification required.
• Knowledge of permitting processes and environmental standards.
• Experience coordinating utility interconnection requirements and regulatory approvals.
• Advanced proficiency in project management software (MS Project, Procore).
• Strong financial acumen including forecasting and variance analysis.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safe and healthy work sites following company standards and legal requirements.
• Lead complex, multi-phase projects of strategic importance.
• Serve as primary contact for stakeholders and communicate progress.
• Develop risk management plans and contingency strategies.
• Oversee project portfolio performance metrics and report to senior leadership.
• Drive continuous improvement in project execution processes.
• Lead post-project reviews and lessons-learned sessions.
• Support business development through proposals and client presentations.
• Mentor Project/Construction Manager I staff and guide junior teams.
• Collaborate with finance and operations to optimize resources.
• Lead permitting and interconnection coordination with utilities and regulators.
• Ensure compliance with environmental mitigations and safety regulations.
• Manage subcontractor selection, scope, and performance.
• Oversee RFIs, change orders, and close-out packages.
• Maintain project documentation using Procore and PM tools.

Skills

PMP certification

OSHA certification

Budget management

Cross-functional leadership

Regulatory compliance

Risk & change management

Mentoring juniors

Stakeholder management

Financial forecasting

Variance analysis

Education

BS in Engineering/Construction Management

High School Diploma + 8+ years experience

Tools

MS Project

Procore

Job description

PowerSecure, a Southern Company subsidiary, is seeking a Project Manager II to ensure the safe installation of DI equipment and timely EPC project completion in Durham, NC.

You will lead cross-functional teams, manage budgets over $15M, oversee procurement and schedules, and mentor junior staff. This role requires OSHA certification and strong financial acumen to drive risk control and client satisfaction.