Lead Onsite Project Manager – Major EPCM Projects

Jobtailor; Alabama; On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a Senior Major Projects Lead to drive on-site execution of large, complex projects across North America. You will ensure safety, timely delivery, and cost-effective outcomes while coordinating with multiple internal teams and external partners.

The role requires 5+ years of field project management experience, EPC/EPCM exposure, and strong leadership across multi-cultural teams. Willingness to travel 40–60% is essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of significant field-related project management experience.
• Experience in utilities, petrochem/refining, building construction or services.
• HVAC/R, electrical power generation, transmission, or distribution knowledge is a plus.
• Experience managing EPC or EPCM project teams.
• Strong focus on safety leadership (HSE).
• Strong negotiation skills with internal and external stakeholders.
• Decisiveness in problem solving and prioritization.
• Excellent organizational and communication abilities for multi-disciplinary teams.
• Ability to lift/move objects up to 50 lbs.
• PMP or CM-Lean preferred; related certifications welcomed.
• Experience with temporary power systems, modular infrastructure, energy transition tech is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead on-site execution of complex, high-value major projects.
• Ensure safe, timely, and cost-effective delivery at site level.
• Oversee load-in, installation, commissioning, maintenance, demobilization.
• Provide leadership and mentoring across Major Projects teams.
• Manage 3–5 major projects through full life cycle.
• Coordinate with internal engineering on estimates, drawings, quotes.
• Direct installation, commissioning, maintenance, and demobilization plans.
• Serve as primary interface with clients, contractors, engineers, vendors, and service reps.
• Travel 40–60% across North America in varied industries.

Skills

Project Management

HSE Leadership

Negotiation Skills

EPC Management

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Job description

Jobtailor is seeking a Senior Major Projects Lead to drive on-site execution of large, complex projects across North America. You will ensure safety, timely delivery, and cost-effective outcomes while coordinating with multiple internal teams and external partners.

The role requires 5+ years of field project management experience, EPC/EPCM exposure, and strong leadership across multi-cultural teams. Willingness to travel 40–60% is essential.