PMO Manager, Energy

Wheelersp; Boerne (TX); On-site; USD 162,000 - 198,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit-sharing bonus

Health insurance

Dependent coverage

401(k) match

Disability insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Paid holidays

PTO (paid time off)

HSA contributions

Job summary

Wheeler Staffing Partners is seeking a PMO Manager for Boerne or Houston to lead delivery of electrical transmission, distribution, substation, and EPC projects. This role focuses on standardizing processes, guiding PM teams, and ensuring projects meet schedule, budget, and quality targets.

The ideal candidate has a strong leadership background, extensive technical project management experience, and a proven ability to mentor project managers while coordinating with clients and subcontractors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• Minimum 10 years of project management experience, including 5+ years on technical projects.
• Experience managing electrical transmission, distribution, substation, or power delivery projects.
• Onsite work three days per week in Boerne or Houston, TX.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and improve PMO frameworks, tools, and practices across divisions.
• Oversee budgets, scheduling, scope, quality, profitability, and client expectations.
• Lead project reviews, WIP meetings, and performance metrics; mentor PMs.
• Coordinate with clients, subcontractors, and internal leadership; manage risks.

Skills

PMO leadership

Project management

Budgeting

Scheduling

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Mentoring

MS Excel

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Project

Excel

MS Office

Job description

PMO Manager – Electrical Transmission, Distribution & Substation Projects

Location: Boerne, TX or Houston, TX. Employment Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire. Work Arrangement: Hybrid | 3 Days Onsite per Week. Compensation: Up to $180,000 Annually + Discretionary Annual Bonus.

Position Overview

Wheeler Staffing Partners is seeking an experienced Project Management Office (PMO) Manager for a direct-hire opportunity in Boerne or Houston, TX. This leadership position oversees project management operations across electrical transmission, distribution, substation, and Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) projects. The PMO Manager will drive project execution, standardize project management processes, mentor project managers, and ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with business objectives. The ideal candidate brings extensive technical project management experience, strong leadership capabilities, and a proven ability to manage complex electrical infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Management & PMO Leadership Develop, implement, and continuously improve project management frameworks, methodologies, tools, and best practices. Oversee project planning, execution, budgeting, scheduling, and closeout across multiple divisions. Ensure projects meet scope, schedule, quality, profitability, and client expectations. Lead project reviews, work-in-progress (WIP) meetings, and project management best-practice initiatives. Partner with executive leadership, directors, and project managers to align project execution with organizational goals. Train, mentor, and support Project Managers and Project Coordinators. Collaborate on project proposals, cost estimates, resource planning, and delivery timelines.
• EPC Project Oversight Provide oversight of electrical transmission, distribution, substation, and EPC projects. Develop and monitor project budgets, schedules, cash flow forecasts, and resource allocation plans. Establish project milestones, work breakdown structures, and performance metrics. Identify project risks, resolve operational challenges, and implement corrective actions. Monitor project performance, financial results, and overall profitability. Lead project kickoff meetings, progress reviews, and project closeout activities.
• Client & Stakeholder Management Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and internal leadership. Serve as a primary point of contact for project-related communication and issue resolution. Provide regular project updates, status reports, and performance metrics. Collaborate with internal teams to resolve scheduling conflicts, resource constraints, and project challenges. Support contract development, negotiations, approvals, and compliance requirements.
• Subcontractor & Team Coordination Oversee subcontractor qualification, onboarding, documentation, and performance management. Ensure subcontractor compliance with safety standards, contractual requirements, and project expectations. Coordinate resources and project schedules across departments. Monitor subcontractor KPIs and address performance or compliance concerns. Promote continuous improvement, accountability, and effective communication across project teams.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum 10 years of project management experience, including at least 5 years managing technical projects.
• Experience managing electrical transmission, distribution, substation, or related power delivery projects.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies, scheduling, budgeting, forecasting, and risk management.
• Experience leading project teams, mentoring project managers, and coordinating cross-functional stakeholders.
• Strong financial acumen with experience managing project profitability, cost controls, and resource allocation.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Advanced proficiency with project management software, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and multiple complex projects simultaneously.
• Ability to work onsite three days per week in Boerne or Houston, TX.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous PMO leadership or project management oversight experience.
• Experience overseeing Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) projects.
• Background in electrical utilities, power delivery, or electrical engineering consulting.
• Experience managing subcontractors, contracts, and client relationships.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive annual salary up to $180,000, based on experience.
• Discretionary annual profit-sharing bonus based on company performance.
• 100% employer-paid employee health insurance and 50% coverage for the first dependent.
• 200% employer 401(k) match up to 4.5%.
• Employer-paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance.
• Dental and vision insurance.
• Paid holidays.
• PTO starting at three weeks, with rollover options.
• Annual employer contribution to a Health Savings Account (HSA) through a high-deductible health plan.
• Hybrid work arrangement with three days onsite per week.

Why Work with Wheeler Staffing Partners?

At Wheeler Staffing Partners, we connect experienced professionals with career opportunities that align with their expertise and long-term goals. Our recruiting team provides personalized support, transparent communication, and guidance throughout the hiring process.