Principal Engineering Project Manager - Data Center Mission Critical

Enercon Services, Inc.; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

Enercon Services, Inc. is seeking a Principal Engineering Project Manager to lead engineering projects within the Data Center Mission Critical Group.

You will manage schedules, budgets, risks, and deliver high-quality results while coordinating engineers, designers, and subcontractors to ensure successful project outcomes. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in Engineering or PMP certification with 10 years in engineering consulting or data centers, with 6+ years as a PM.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or PMP certification with 10 years of experience in engineering consulting, PM or data center.
• Minimum 6 years of experience as a project manager or engineer with an engineering consulting firm doing data center projects.
• PMP certification preferred.
• Ideal candidate has worked with a hyperscale data center directly or indirectly as a consultant.
• Skilled in cost/workhour estimating and proposal development and review.
• Capable of reporting on and managing scope, schedule, and cost for multiple projects executing simultaneously.
• Knowledge in earned value management and progress reporting.
• Experienced in contract and non-disclosure agreement language development and review.
• Ability to understand and work with budget and accounting processes.
• Strong coordination and team building skills.
• Excellent organizational, time management, strategic planning, writing, communication, decision-making, and presentation skills.
• Ability to read and write technically and coherently.
• Effective communication skills with demonstrated ability to work across disciplines and teams.
• Working knowledge of MS Project, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to travel between 10%-15% of the time which may include fieldwork; duration of travel may vary depending on project and client needs.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering projects and manage schedules, risk, and financial health.
• Develop detailed proposals and coordinate with engineers, designers, and subcontractors.
• Oversee client relations, project scope, and marketing opportunities.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Scheduling

Budgeting & Cost Control

Risk management

Proposal development

Contract knowledge

Team building

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

PMP Certification

Tools

MS Project

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Overview

ENERCON’s Data Center Mission Critical Group is seeking a Principal Engineering Project Manager to join the team. In this dynamic role, you will lead engineering projects, collaborate with technical teams to create detailed proposals, and manage all aspects of project execution, including schedules, risk management, and financial health. You'll drive client satisfaction through effective communication, high-quality deliverables, and strong relationship-building, while overseeing the work of engineers, designers, and subcontractors to ensure successful project outcomes. This position can be based in one of the following locations:

• Atlanta, GA
• Chicago, IL
• San Francisco, CA region
• Virginia
• Ohio
• Texas
• Remote in the US

Responsibilities

Every day offers the opportunity to lead with purpose, inspiring your team to craft innovative engineering solutions while driving projects to success. You’ll not only manage timelines and resources but also empower your engineers, strengthen client partnerships, and uncover new possibilities, all while delivering exceptional service and shaping the future of the business with each project you lead.

• Client & Team Relations: Demonstrate professionalism and dedication, providing exceptional service to both clients and teammates, while fostering positive relationships.
• Project Leadership: Lead projects by collaborating with technical colleagues to develop detailed engineering proposals, managing schedules, and executing recovery plans when needed.
• Project Planning & Execution: Develop comprehensive work plans, risk management strategies, communication plans, and work breakdown structures to ensure smooth project execution.
• Scheduling & Financial Management: Oversee project schedules, apply advanced scheduling tools, and manage the financial health of projects, ensuring timely reporting and performance tracking.
• Team & Resource Management: Manage engineers, designers, and subcontractors, ensuring quality deliverables while supporting internal standards and resource management.
• Client & Business Development: Maintain strong client relationships, manage project scope, and support marketing efforts, including proposal preparation and identifying new opportunities.
• Contract & Project Oversight: Plan, implement, and supervise client contracts, ensuring successful project execution, while traveling to client facilities as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering OR PMP Certification and 10 years experience in engineering consulting, project management, or data center.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience as a project manager or engineer with an engineering consulting firm doing data center projects.
• PMP certification preferred.
• The ideal candidate has worked with a hyperscale data center directly or indirectly as a consultant, which is required.
• Skilled in cost/workhour estimating and proposal development and review.
• Capable of reporting on and managing scope, schedule, and cost for multiple projects executing simultaneously.
• Knowledge in earned value management and progress reporting.
• Experienced in contract and non-disclosure agreement language development and review.
• Ability to understand and work with budget and accounting processes.
• Strong coordination and team building skills.
• Excellent organizational, time management, strategic planning, writing, communication, decision-making, and presentation skills.
• Ability to read and write technically and coherently.
• Effective communication skills with demonstrated ability to work across disciplines and teams.
• Working knowledge of MS Project, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to travel between 10%-15% of the time which may include fieldwork; duration of travel may vary depending on project and client needs.

Compensation

USD $140,000 - USD $185,000 /Yr.

Additional Information

ENERCON Services, Inc. (ENERCON) is powered by people who make a difference. We offer rewarding careers in a culture built on excellence, innovation, and growth.

Please learn more about the potential benefits you may be eligible to receive with this role and working here at ENERCON.

The compensation range listed is a good-faith estimate of the compensation expected for this position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be determined based on job-related skills, experience, geographic location, and internal equity.

Some positions may be performed remotely in one or more U.S. states. Compensation is aligned with applicable pay transparency requirements and reflects expected compensation at the time of posting.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future employer sponsorship. Employment is contingent upon passing pre-employment and random drug/alcohol screenings, background checks, and annual motor vehicle record reviews per company and client policies.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.