Project Manager (ETRM Systems)

Primary Services; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global energy company is seeking a Project Manager to drive innovative clean energy initiatives across the U.S. This role entails managing complex projects related to short-term power trading, supporting strategic growth by optimizing systems and assets. Candidates should have a postgraduate degree and at least 5 years of relevant project management experience in the energy sector.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of project management experience, preferably in power or energy markets.
• Proven ability to manage cross-functional teams and influence decision-making.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

Responsibilities

• Build and manage a portfolio of projects aligned with the short-term power roadmap.
• Lead coordination of asset onboarding and integration across power markets and asset types.
• Define project scope, objectives, milestones, and deliverables with key stakeholders.

Skills

Project Management

Knowledge of Energy Trading

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Postgraduate Degree in Engineering, Economics, Finance, Business or Related Field

Job description

This range is provided by Primary Services. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$60.00/hr - $65.00/hr

Join a global energy leader accelerating the transition to carbon neutrality by 2050. With a bold target to produce over 100 TWh of renewable electricity by 2030, and one-third of that capacity coming from the U.S., this is your opportunity to contribute to the future of energy. Enjoy a hybrid work schedule while shaping high-impact initiatives in one of the most dynamic markets in the world.

Primary Services is excited to announce the role of Project Manager for our client, a Fortune Global 500 energy company advancing clean energy innovation across the U.S. This role supports the strategic growth of short-term power trading by managing complex projects across key U.S. markets—ERCOT, CAISO, and PJM—focused on asset onboarding, systems optimization, and product ownership.

Responsibilities

• Build and manage a portfolio of projects aligned with the short-term power roadmap.
• Lead coordination of asset onboarding and integration across power markets and asset types (CCGT, BESS, PV).
• Act as Product Owner for the Market Access tool, bridging users, IT, and SaaS providers.
• Define project scope, objectives, milestones, and deliverables with key stakeholders.
• Allocate resources, assess risks, manage deadlines, and track project progress.
• Facilitate workshops, steering committees, and stakeholder meetings to ensure alignment.
• Supervise consultants and contribute to the development of documentation and processes.
• Monitor power markets and industry trends; assess impact on operations and strategy.
• Represent the organization in market-related meetings and communicate action plans internally.
• Manage product feature backlogs, user testing, and vendor coordination for system enhancements.

Qualifications

• Postgraduate degree in engineering, economics, finance, business, or related field.
• At least 5 years of project management experience, preferably in power or energy markets.
• Strong knowledge of energy trading and the U.S. power market, especially short-term trading.
• Experience in IT project management, including planning, vendor coordination, and product ownership.
• Proven ability to manage cross-functional teams and influence decision-making.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management and Strategy/Planning

• Industries

  Utilities and Services for Renewable Energy

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Medical insurance

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401(k)

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