Senior PM - Distributed Energy EPC Projects

Actalent; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 83,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Project Manager for distributed energy projects based in New York. You will oversee planning through commissioning, coordinating engineering, procurement, construction, permitting, and stakeholders to deliver high-quality solutions.

The role emphasizes managing DER projects, microgrids, and energy infrastructure with a strong focus on reliability and sustainability, while collaborating with multiple teams in a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related technical field.
• 5+ years of project management experience in energy, construction, power generation, infrastructure, or related industries.
• Experience coordinating cross-functional teams, including engineering, procurement, and construction personnel.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Project or similar project scheduling software.
• Strong understanding of project controls, budgeting, forecasting, and contract administration.
• Experience working with subcontractors, vendors, and construction teams.
• Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage distributed energy and infrastructure projects from initial planning through project closeout.
• Coordinate activities between engineering, procurement, construction, development, and commercial teams.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, forecasts, and implementation plans.
• Monitor project financial performance, including cost tracking, forecasting, change orders, and risk management.
• Lead internal and external project meetings and provide regular status updates to stakeholders.
• Support permitting, utility coordination, and regulatory compliance activities throughout project execution.
• Manage subcontractors, suppliers, consultants, and other project partners to ensure timely project delivery.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to resolve technical, logistical, and construction-related challenges.
• Review project scope, specifications, contracts, and customer requirements to ensure successful project delivery.
• Oversee construction activities and ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards.
• Support RFP responses, contractor bid evaluations, and procurement activities.
• Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies to maintain schedule and budget objectives.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships while ensuring a high level of customer satisfaction.
• Drive successful project outcomes focused on reliability, resiliency, sustainability, and long-term value.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional coordination

MS Project

Budgeting

Scheduling

Stakeholder management

Contract administration

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

PMP certification or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

Actalent is seeking a Project Manager for distributed energy projects based in New York. You will oversee planning through commissioning, coordinating engineering, procurement, construction, permitting, and stakeholders to deliver high-quality solutions.

The role emphasizes managing DER projects, microgrids, and energy infrastructure with a strong focus on reliability and sustainability, while collaborating with multiple teams in a hybrid work environment.