Project Manager

Advantage Technical

Marlborough (MA)

On-site

USD 96,000 - 160,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
Health Savings Account (HSA)
AD&D Insurance

Job summary

Advantage Technical in Marlborough, MA is seeking a Project Manager for Power Generation to lead capital projects from design through construction, commissioning, and delivery to customers. This role requires onsite work in Massachusetts and offers relocation assistance for the right candidate.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in project management within engineering, construction, energy, or industrial settings, plus strong budgeting and leadership skills. PMP/PE preferred.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
  • 5+ years of project management experience in engineering, construction, energy, or industrial environments.
  • Strong budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and schedule management.
  • Experience managing large capital boiler projects, utility projects, or power generation systems.
  • PMP and/or Professional Engineer (PE) certification preferred.
  • Power generation industry experience strongly preferred.
  • Must be able to work onsite in Massachusetts.

Responsibilities

  • Lead large-scale power generation and boiler projects from concept through completion.
  • Oversee project budgets, schedules, scope, risk management, and resource planning.
  • Lead cross-functional teams, including engineering, procurement, construction, and third-party contractors.
  • Serve as the primary customer contact for technical, commercial, and project-related matters.
  • Monitor project performance, financial metrics, and forecasting to ensure profitability and on-time delivery.
  • Develop project schedules, manage critical paths, and resolve project challenges proactively.
  • Prepare progress reports, executive presentations, and customer updates.
  • Negotiate scope changes, contract modifications, and supplemental work opportunities.
  • Ensure quality, safety, and contractual compliance throughout project execution.

Skills

Project leadership
Cross-functional collaboration
Customer relationship management
Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Job description

Project Manager - Power Generation (Direct Hire)
Location: Marlborough, MA
Salary: Up to $160,000 + Relocation Assistance Available

Lead Major Power Generation Projects and Drive Operational Success

Are you a Mechanical Engineer who has transitioned into Project Management and thrives on managing large-scale capital projects? We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead complex power generation projects from design and procurement through construction, commissioning, and customer delivery.

Key Responsibilities
  • Manage multiple large-scale power generation and boiler projects from concept through completion.
  • Oversee project budgets, schedules, scope, risk management, and resource planning.
  • Lead cross-functional teams, including engineering, procurement, construction, and third-party contractors.
  • Serve as the primary customer contact for technical, commercial, and project-related matters.
  • Monitor project performance, financial metrics, and forecasting to ensure profitability and on-time delivery.
  • Develop project schedules, manage critical paths, and resolve project challenges proactively.
  • Prepare progress reports, executive presentations, and customer updates.
  • Negotiate scope changes, contract modifications, and supplemental work opportunities.
  • Ensure quality, safety, and contractual compliance throughout project execution.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering, Construction Management, Business Management, or related field.
  • 5+ years of project management experience within engineering, construction, energy, or industrial environments.
  • Strong financial project management experience, including budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and schedule management.
  • Experience managing large capital boiler projects, utility projects, or power generation systems.
  • Excellent customer relationship, negotiation, and leadership skills.
  • PMP and/or Professional Engineer (PE) certification preferred.
  • Power generation industry experience strongly preferred.
  • Must be able to work onsite in Massachusetts.
Benefits
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • AD&D Insurance

Benefits vary by employer and will be confirmed at the time of offer.

The base pay range listed reflects what we reasonably expect to offer for this role. Actual pay may vary based on location, experience, and performance. Depending on the position, benefits may include medical, dental, and vision coverage; retirement and savings plans; paid holidays and time off; supplemental insurance; and additional wellness or incentive programs.

Advantage Technical is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

Advantage Technical offers reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities; contact your local branch for inquiries.

Advantage Technical is an E-Verify employer.

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