Project Manager, Marketing

NRG Energy; Lehi (UT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

NRG Energy is seeking a process- and execution-minded Project Manager to support our Marketing organization. This role brings clarity, structure, and momentum to marketing work by translating strategy into actionable plans and ensuring projects are delivered on time and with excellence.

The ideal candidate thrives in fast-paced environments, collaborates with teams across Marketing and the broader organization, and proactively identifies risks while maintaining momentum through strong

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of project management, marketing operations, or related role.
• Process- and operationally minded; enjoys building structure, improving workflows, and scalable systems.
• Strong collaborator in highly cross-functional environments; understands impact on multiple teams.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end project management for marketing initiatives from intake through delivery.
• Translate high-level strategies into clear execution plans with timelines, milestones, dependencies, and ownership.
• Partner cross-functionally with teams across Marketing and the broader organization.

Skills

Project management

Marketing operations

Cross-functional collaboration

Stakeholder communication

Process improvement

Ownership

Ambiguity navigation

Tools

Asana

Airtable

Job description

Welcome to the intersection of energy and home services. At NRG, we're all about propelling the next generation of leaders forward. We are driven by our passion to create a smarter, cleaner and more connected future. We deliver innovative solutions that make our customers' lives easier-helping them power, protect, and intelligently manage their homes and businesses. To do this, we need creative and talented people to join our company.

We offer a dynamic work environment and a unified and inclusive culture. NRG fosters a strong sense of belonging that leads to better collaboration and business performance. Our company programs are designed to help employees develop the skills they need for success now and in the future. In everything we do, we aim to champion our employees and bring value to our customers, investors and society.

More information is available at www.nrg.com. Connect with NRG on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and X.

Role Overview

We'relooking for a process and execution-minded Project Manager to support our Marketing organization. This role brings clarity, structure, and momentum to marketing work by translating strategy into actionable plans and ensuring projects are delivered on time and with excellence.

This Project Manager is a self-starter who thrives in fast-paced environments, loves collaborating with teams, and brings order to complex, cross-functional initiatives. You'resomeone who naturally builds structure, spots gaps, and helps teams move work forward more effectively.

What You'll Do

• Own end-to-end project management for marketing initiatives, from intake through delivery

• Translate high-level strategies into clear execution plans with defined timelines, milestones, dependencies, and ownership

• Partner exceptionally well cross-functionally, collaborating with teams across Marketing and the broader organization

• Lead project kickoffs, run weekly status updates, and keep stakeholders aligned and informed

• Proactivelyidentifyrisks and blockers, propose solutions, andmaintainmomentum across projects

• Support campaign launches and key initiatives with strong operational execution

• Maintain strong, consistent use of tools like Asana andAirtableto ensure visibility, accountability, and alignment

• Continuously evaluate and improve processes, workflows, and playbooks to increase efficiency, clarity, and team velocity

What We're Looking For

• 2-3 years of experience in project management, marketing operations, or a related role

• Process- and operationally minded; enjoys building structure, improving workflows, and creating scalable systems

• A strong collaborator and team player who thrives in highly cross-functional environments and understands how decisions impact multiple teams

• Proven ability to manage complex projects end-to-end with minimal oversight

• Comfortable navigating ambiguity, shifting priorities, and fast-moving work

• Clear, concise, and solutions-oriented communicator

• Highly self-directed with a strong senseof ownership and follow-through

• Experience using Asana andAirtable or similar project management tools

• Bonus: experience in high-growth or in-house marketing environments

We support the use of AI tools to help you prepare for your interview (e.g., practicing responses, researching the role, or refining your resume). However, during interviews and assessments, we expect responses to reflect your own thinking, experience, and communication. Use of AI to generate or read answers in real time, complete assessments, or misrepresent your qualifications is not permitted and may impact your candidacy.

NRG Energy is committed to a drug and alcohol-free workplace. To the extent permitted by law and any applicable collective bargaining agreement, employees are subject to periodic random drug testing, and post-accident and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing. EOE AA M/F/Protected Veteran Status/Disability. Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.

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