Project Manager I

Primary Talent Partners, LLC; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 73,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

Primary Talent Partners, LLC in Charlotte, NC, is seeking a Project Manager I for a 3-year hybrid contract, with a typical on-site requirement of three days per week. The role focuses on large-scale transmission projects and interconnections, with responsibilities spanning scheduling, cost control, and stakeholder management.

The successful candidate will have 3–5 years of PM experience (PM-1) or 8+ years (PM-2 for higher level), proficiency in Primavera P6, and a Bachelor’s degree in a business

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of project management experience for PM-1, 8+ years for a PM-2.
• Experience with transmission electric utility projects (critical requirement).
• Proficiency in Primavera P6 scheduling software.
• Bachelor's degree from a four‑year college or university (business or technical field).

Responsibilities

• Develop transmission-fed load projects for large-scale industrial clients requiring 20+ megawatts of power OR develop transmission‑scale generator interconnections
• Ensure sufficient scope, detail, and accuracy to support project initiation
• Develop and maintain accurate and complete project estimates to support decision‑making
• Create and manage adequate project schedules to support planning and implementation phases
• Conduct site field visits at onset of the project lifecycle (approximately 10% travel)
• Initiate project schedules in Primavera P6
• Manage project financials and reporting through Ecosys
• Coordinate with engineers, project control specialists and cross‑functional teams to ensure project success

Skills

PM experience 3-5 yrs

PM experience 8+ yrs

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Primavera P6

Ecosys

Power BI

SharePoint

Excel

Job description

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

Pay: $53.00 - $63.00/hr; W2 contract, no PTO, no Benefits. ACA‑compliant supplemental package available for enrollment. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States and must be able to sit on Primary Talent Partners W2 without sponsorship.

Description

Primary Responsibilities:

• Develop transmission-fed load projects for large-scale industrial clients requiring 20+ megawatts of power OR develop transmission‑scale generator interconnections
• Ensure sufficient scope, detail, and accuracy to support project initiation
• Develop and maintain accurate and complete project estimates to support decision‑making
• Create and manage adequate project schedules to support planning and implementation phases
• Conduct site field visits at onset of the project lifecycle (approximately 10% travel)
• Initiate project schedules in Primavera P6
• Manage project financials and reporting through Ecosys
• Coordinate with engineers, project control specialists and cross‑functional teams to ensure project success

Required Skills & Experience: Must-Have Requirements:

• 3-5 years of project management experience for PM-1, 8+ years for a PM-2
• Experience with transmission electric utility projects (critical requirement)
• Proficiency in Primavera P6 scheduling software
• Bachelor's degree from a four‑year college or university (business or technical field)

Preferred Skills:

• Master's degree (preferred but not required)
• Experience with Ecosys financial management system
• Proficiency in Power BI for reporting and analytics
• Excel skills
• Experience with SharePoint lists for documentation and collaboration
• Background in scheduling (beneficial)

Systems & Tools:

• Primavera P6 - Project scheduling
• Ecosys - Financial management and tracking
• Power BI - Reporting and data visualization
• SharePoint - Documentation and list management
• Microsoft Excel - Data analysis and reporting

Certifications:

• Not specified as required; relevant project management certifications (PMP, etc.) would be beneficial

Travel Requirements:

• Frequency: Approximately 10% (typically one day per project lifecycle)
• Purpose: Site field visits for project assessment and monitoring
• Geographic Area: Durham, NC to Clemson, SC (DEC footprint)
• Duration: Generally day trips

Driving Requirements:

• Valid driver's license required for site field visits within the DEC service territory
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):
• Standard utility industry PPE required for site visits (hard hat, safety glasses, steel‑toed boots, high‑visibility vest). Company will provide specific requirements upon hire.

Work Schedule:

• Type: Full‑time, standard business hours
• Flexibility: Occasional field visits during business hours
• Remote Work: Hybrid model with technology leveraged to reduce field travel
• Collaboration: Works with senior PMs and cross‑functional utility teams

Key Differentiators for This Role:

• More hands‑on with Primavera P6 than typical PM roles at the company
• Focus on large-scale load or interconnection transmission projects (40+ MW)
• Customer‑facing role with commercial and industrial facilities
• Requires deep understanding of electric utility transmission systems

Additional Information:

• This position is part of a specialized group handling high‑capacity transmission projects.
• Candidates should be comfortable with both technical project management aspects and customer relationship management for large industrial clients.

Primary Talent Partners is an Equal Opportunity / Affiliated 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.

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