Senior Engineering Project Manager

System One; Charlotte (NC); On-site; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health and welfare benefits coverage

Competitive compensation after 30 days

Job summary

A leading outsourcing firm is seeking a Senior Engineering Project Manager in Charlotte, NC. This role allows you to lead large-scale design projects for major clients in the power industry, managing project life cycles from design to commissioning. The ideal candidate will have 15-20 years of experience, a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, and strong leadership skills. The position is onsite and offers competitive benefits including a 401(k).

Qualifications

• 15-20 years of experience in Power projects, especially combined cycle plants.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license is highly preferred.
• Minimum of 8-10 years as a Project Manager managing diverse projects.

Responsibilities

• Provide vision and direction for project staff.
• Lead mid-to-large capital power projects.
• Manage and integrate work with overseas teams.
• Monitor project costs and productivity.
• Act as primary liaison with clients.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Leadership track record

Flexibility to travel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Senior Engineering Project Manager

Location: Charlotte, NC
Type: Direct
Compensation: Depending on experience
Contractor Work Model: Onsite
Hours: 5 – 8 hours day

System One is seeking a high-caliber Senior Engineering Project Manager to join our Project Management Department in Charlotte, NC. This role offers a premier opportunity to lead complex, large-scale design projects for major clients in the power industry. You will be responsible for the full lifecycle of project execution, from early-phase design and vendor management through to start-up and commissioning.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Provide vision and direction for project staff while assuming full accountability for budget compliance, schedule adherence, and the quality of all technical deliverables.
• Large-Cap Management: Lead mid-to-large capital power projects, specifically Combined Cycle Power Plants, with a Total Installed Cost (TIC) of $100MM+.
• Global Coordination: Successfully manage and integrate work with overseas High Value Engineering (HVE) offices and diverse multidisciplinary teams.
• Project Controls: Monitor, report, and control project costs and productivity; manage Change Management (ECNs) to ensure project profitability and scope integrity.
• Client Relations: Act as the primary liaison with clients to ensure all contractual requirements are met and to identify new business opportunities through relationship building.
• Team Development: Recruit, train, and coach project personnel to maintain optimal staffing levels and high technical performance.
• Field Engagement: Perform field walk-downs and data collection, necessitating physical activity (climbing) and travel to job sites.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering is required.
• Licensure: Professional Engineer (PE) license is highly preferred.
• Experience: 15–20 years of experience in Power projects, with a heavy emphasis on combined cycle plants.
• Must have EPC Engineering design delivery for combine cycle projects.
• Leadership Track Record: Minimum of 8–10 years specifically in a Project Manager role managing a diverse portfolio of small to large-cap projects.
• Skills: Strong interpersonal and communication skills; highly organized and self-directed with the ability to prioritize in a fast-paced team environment.
• Flexibility: Willingness to travel and work in both office and field environments.

Additional information

• Start date: ASAP
• Direct position
• Benefits after 30 days
• 401k
• Work schedule 5 - 8s

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.