Project Manager

Primary Talent Partners; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 77,393 - 84,281; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing solutions firm is seeking a Project Manager for a 3-year contract in Charlotte, NC. This hybrid position requires 5+ years of experience in project management, focusing on renewable energy projects. The ideal candidate will manage multiple projects including solar and wind while ensuring compliance with organizational procedures. Strong skills in critical thinking, decision-making, and collaboration are essential. A two-year degree is mandatory, while a four-year degree in a technical field is preferred. Compensation ranges from $56.18/hr to $61.18/hr.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of project management experience.
• Working knowledge to proficiency in project management.
• Project-related work experience and risk management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple solar and wind energy projects.
• Ensure compliance within the DISIS queue cluster study process.
• Collaborate with various organizational levels, from contributors to senior leadership.

Skills

Project management

Critical thinking

Decision making

Problem solving

Risk management

Collaboration

Education

Two-year college or university degree

Four-year college or university degree with technical focus

Job description

Position Summary

Primary Talent Partners has a new contract opening for a Project Manager with our large power and utilities client in Charlotte, NC. This is a 3‑year contract with a potential for extension. The position is hybrid – 3 days a week in office.

Pay

Base pay range: $56.18/hr – $61.18/hr.

W2 contract, no PTO, no Benefits. ACA‑compliant supplemental package available for enrollment.

Description

This position is for a Project Manager in the Carolinas West Project Management – Development – Grid Expansion group. This group is responsible for the development of Generator Interconnections (solar, battery, gas, wind, SMR) projects within the prescribed DISIS queue cluster study process.

This position is typically retained to manage multiple “White” or “Green I” projects per the Project Management Center of Excellence Project Profile Matrix.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of project management experience.
• Graduation from a two‑year college or university.
• Working knowledge of project management principles.
• Working knowledge to proficiency in project management, decision making, critical thinking, and problem solving; project‑related work experience; risk management; project leadership; proven collaborative team member.

Preferred Qualifications

• Graduation from a four‑year college or university with a technical degree.
• Knowledge of the transmission system or generators (solar, battery, gas).
• Utility technical certifications/training; PMI (PMP or CAPM) certification; CMII certificates; professional engineer license.
• Working knowledge to proficiency in project‑related scheduling/cost controls.
• Experience in utility industry.
• Knowledge in construction management.
• The Project Manager may have relationships with individuals in various organizations ranging from individual contributors to senior department leadership (i.e., individual contributors up to executive management).

EEO Statement

Primary Talent Partners is an Equal Opportunity / affirmative action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Contract

Job Function

Project Management and Information Technology

Industries

Oil and Gas