Lead PM - Electrical & I&C for Gas Power Projects

NextEra Energy Services; Florida; On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

NextEra Energy Resources, LLC is seeking a Project Manager - Electrical & I&C to provide technical leadership and oversight for engineering, design, construction, and commissioning of electrical and control systems across large-scale natural gas power generation projects.

You will coordinate with EPCs, OEMs, and internal teams to drive standardization, mitigate risks, and ensure compliant, on-schedule project execution across multiple sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Experience leading complex engineering activities with multiple contractors and stakeholders.
• Knowledge of power generation electrical systems, combustion turbine controls, DCS/PLC, protection and control.
• Experience with plant control system integration, EMS interfaces, islanded operation, or microgrid applications.
• Experience in engineering, procurement, construction, startup, and commissioning of large capital projects.
• Strong project management, communication, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical and I&C engineering activities across multiple gas power projects, ensuring quality and alignment with objectives.
• Provide technical oversight of electrical systems, generators, transformers, switchgear, and power distribution.
• Oversee design and integration of combustion turbine controls, DCS, PLCs, and instrumentation.
• Coordinate with EPC contractors, OEMs, and internal teams to integrate plant control with EMS.
• Review specifications, drawings, and contractor deliverables within authority.
• Develop standardized electrical and controls designs and practices across programs.
• Identify and mitigate technical risks and support design decisions.
• Support procurement activities and vendor evaluations.
• Oversee commissioning activities including FAT, SAT, and startup.
• Manage milestones and contractor performance to meet budgets and schedules.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Tools

DCS/PLC systems

EMS interfaces

Job description

NextEra Energy Resources, LLC is seeking a Project Manager - Electrical & I&C to provide technical leadership and oversight for engineering, design, construction, and commissioning of electrical and control systems across large-scale natural gas power generation projects.

You will coordinate with EPCs, OEMs, and internal teams to drive standardization, mitigate risks, and ensure compliant, on-schedule project execution across multiple sites.