Power Generation Project Manager

Orbital Engineering, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) retirement savings plan

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Orbital Engineering, Inc. is seeking a Power Generation Project Manager to lead engineering and design projects focused on power generation facilities. The successful candidate will manage project scope, schedule, and budget while coordinating multidisciplinary teams. This remote position requires local residency in Greater Houston. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in engineering and at least 8 years of relevant experience. The role offers a comprehensive benefits package and a salary range of $120,000 - $180,000 based on experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of engineering or project management experience in power generation.
• Demonstrated experience managing multidisciplinary engineering projects.
• Strong understanding of project management principles.
• Ability to work collaboratively and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead execution of engineering and design activities.
• Manage project scope, schedule, budget, and quality.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams for project execution.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients.

Skills

Project management capability

Technical understanding

Client-relationship skills

Experience in power generation

Excellent communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Project

Job description

Job Title

Power Generation Project Manager

Location

Houston, TX - Remote (must be local to Greater Houston area)

FLSA Classification

Exempt

Job Description

Orbital Engineering is seeking a Power Generation Project Manager to support and lead multi‑discipline engineering and design projects focused on power generation facilities and related infrastructure.

This remote position will be based in the Houston, Texas Region and will support both regional and national projects involving new generation development, plant upgrades, balance‑of‑plant systems, electrical infrastructure, controls, emissions systems, and other heavy industrial applications.

The ideal candidate will bring a strong combination of project management capability, technical understanding, client‑relationship skills, and experience supporting projects in power generation and/or other heavy industrial environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead execution of engineering and design activities for assigned power generation and industrial projects through both direct involvement and coordination of multidisciplinary teams.
• Manage project scope, schedule, budget, quality, and deliverables throughout the full project lifecycle.
• Coordinate and direct engineers, designers, subcontractors, and technical specialists to ensure successful project execution.
• Support development of engineering proposals, scopes of work, project schedules, labor forecasts, and cost estimates.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, maintaining strong working relationships through proactive communication and issue resolution.
• Lead internal and external project review meetings, design reviews, and progress updates.
• Review engineering calculations, technical documents, drawings, and specifications for quality and completeness.
• Support projects involving power generation facilities, including balance‑of‑plant systems, electrical upgrades, controls integration, emissions systems, fuel handling systems, and related infrastructure.
• Collaborate with business development and operational leadership on proposal strategy, client pursuits, and project positioning efforts.
• Ensure project execution complies with Orbital’s quality management system, client standards, and applicable industry codes and regulations.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives, lessons learned, and development of technical standards and best practices.
• Coordinate effectively with other Orbital service lines to deliver integrated engineering solutions.

Work Environment

Remote – must be local to Houston, TX.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil/Structural, Chemical, or related technical discipline).
• Minimum of 8 years of engineering and/or project management experience in power generation, utilities, EPC, consulting engineering, or other heavy industrial environments.
• Demonstrated experience managing multidisciplinary engineering projects involving complex industrial systems and client coordination.
• Working knowledge of power generation systems, industrial facility design, or plant infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of project management principles, project controls, scheduling, budgeting, and resource coordination.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong client relationship management abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products, Microsoft Project, and standard engineering/project management software tools.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Ability to travel periodically to client sites and project locations as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license.
• Experience supporting new‑build power generation projects, major plant upgrades, or owner’s engineering / EPC support activities.
• TWIC Card holder.
• Experience in consulting engineering environments and coordination of multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Familiarity with utility, industrial, and energy market clients within the Gulf Coast region.

Salary Range

• $120,000 - $180,000 (based on experience, qualifications, and location)

Benefits

A comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage, a 401(k) retirement savings plan, supplemental insurance options, company‑paid life and AD&D insurance, company‑paid short‑term disability coverage, and generous paid time off.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.