Project Manager II

Spencer Ogden; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 96,432 - 103,320; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

A leading staffing firm in renewables is seeking a skilled Project Manager II to oversee low to moderate risk transmission projects in Charlotte, NC. You will be accountable for the full project lifecycle, ensuring that projects are delivered on time and within budget. Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor's degree and have at least 8 years of experience in large-scale energy or utility projects. This role offers a competitive pay of $70–75/hr and includes benefits such as medical and vision insurance.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience managing large-scale construction or infrastructure projects.
• Strong communication, organization, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience within energy, utilities, transmission, telecom, or power grid projects preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage transmission and interconnection projects across scope, schedule, cost, quality, safety, and risk.
• Coordinate internal and external stakeholders including engineering, construction, contractors, suppliers, and regulatory partners.
• Develop and maintain project plans, budgets, schedules, and risk mitigation strategies.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Management

Communication

Risk Mitigation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Project Management Tools

Job description

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

Base pay range

$70.00/hr – $75.00/hr

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Associate Delivery Consultant @ Spencer Ogden | Renewables/Infrastructure

Location: Charlotte, NC (Hybrid)

Duration: Long-Term W2 Contract | 3 Years

Pay: $70–75/hr (W2)

We are supporting a large, regulated utility organization in the Carolinas that is seeking an experienced Project Manager II to support Transmission & Interconnections projects within their Power Grid Operations group.

This role is ideal for a project manager with a strong background in large-scale energy, utility, or infrastructure construction projects, particularly within transmission or power delivery environments.

Position Overview

As a Project Manager II, you will have single-point accountability for a portfolio of low to moderate risk transmission projects, overseeing planning and execution from early development through construction, commissioning, and turnover to operations. You will work cross‑functionally with engineering, construction, project controls, supply chain, environmental, safety, and operations teams to ensure successful project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage transmission and interconnection projects across scope, schedule, cost, quality, safety, and risk
• Coordinate internal and external stakeholders including engineering, construction, contractors, suppliers, and regulatory partners
• Develop and maintain project plans, budgets, schedules, and risk mitigation strategies
• Facilitate project meetings, status updates, and executive reporting
• Support procurement strategies, contractor oversight, commissioning, and closeout activities
• Ensure compliance with internal project management standards and utility best practices

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required (Electrical Engineering preferred; Engineering, Construction Management, or related field acceptable)
• 8+ years of experience managing large-scale construction or infrastructure projects
• Experience within energy, utilities, transmission, telecom, or power grid projects strongly preferred
• Strong communication, organization, and stakeholder management skills
• Comfortable working in matrixed, cross‑functional environments
• Proficient with project management tools and standard business software

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Project Management

Industries

Staffing and Recruiting, Utilities, and Electric Power Transmission, Control, and Distribution

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Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)