Senior Project Manager (Data Center/Power Plant) - Primoris Energy Services

Primoris Services Corporation; Texas; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, Dental, Vision, LTD/STD

401(k) with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off & holidays

Pet coverage

Legal assistance

Award-winning safety programs

Job summary

Primoris Energy Services is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to oversee Gas and Steam Turbine Data Center/Power Plant construction projects from planning through completion. You will lead multidisciplinary teams, manage schedules and budgets, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance across complex EPC programs.

The ideal candidate has 8–10 years in turbine plant construction and at least 5 years in PM roles, with strong leadership and a track record of delivering on-time,

Qualifications

• 8–10 years in simple/combined cycle power plant construction.
• 5+ years in project management roles.
• Strong knowledge of gas/steam turbines and BOP.
• Experience with EPC contracts and construction methodologies.
• Leadership, communication, and decision-making abilities.
• Proficiency with MS Project, Primavera P6, AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, and execution strategies.
• Lead cross-functional teams including engineers and contractors.
• Oversee contract negotiations, risk management, and stakeholder communications.
• Ensure safety, environmental compliance, and quality standards.
• Monitor expenditures and financial performance.
• Prepare progress reports, risk assessments, and compliance documents.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Decision making

Team coordination

Contract & risk management

MS Project

Primavera P6

AutoCAD

Project management tools

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Engineering

PMP or equivalent certification

Tools

MS Project

Primavera P6

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Overview

Primoris Energy Services is looking for a dynamic and experienced Senior Project Manager to drive the success of our cutting-edge projects from start to finish. If you have a strong background in data center/power plant engineering, construction management, and project execution, this is the opportunity you’ve been waiting for. Primoris is ranked in the top 1% of the prestigious Top 600 Specialty Contractors List by Engineering News-Record (ENR). Join our team today!

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to oversee the planning, execution, and completion of Gas and Steam Turbine Data Center/Power Plant construction projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in simple & combined cycle power plant engineering, construction management, and project execution. This role requires leadership, coordination, and technical expertise to ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with regulatory and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Planning & Execution: Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, and execution strategies.
• Team Coordination: Lead cross-functional teams, including engineers, Direct Hire Construction Supervision, contractors, suppliers, and consultants.
• Contract & Stakeholder Management: Oversee contract negotiations, risk management, and stakeholder communications.
• Compliance & Quality Assurance: Ensure adherence to safety regulations, environmental policies, and industry standards.
• Budget & Cost Control: Monitor project expenditures and financial performance.
• Reporting & Documentation: Prepare progress reports, risk assessments, and compliance documentation.

Qualifications & Experience

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil), Construction Management or equivalent experience. PMP or equivalent certification is a plus.
• Experience: Minimum of 8-10 years in simple and combined cycle power plant construction, with at least 5 years in project management roles.
• Technical Knowledge: Understanding of gas and steam turbines, balance of plant (BOP), EPC contracts, and construction methodologies.
• Skills: Strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Software Proficiency: MS Project, Primavera P6, AutoCAD, and project management tools.
• Certifications: PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in Guaranteed Max Price, Lump Sum and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) projects.
• Familiarity with international power plant standards (ISO, ASME, API, IEC, IEEE, OSHA, etc.).
• Knowledge of contract management and FIDIC contracts.

Work Conditions

• On-site work with travel to various locations as required.
• Ability to work in high-pressure environments and manage multiple project phases simultaneously.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation paid weekly
• Best-in-class; Medical, Dental, Vision, and LTD/STD
• 401(k) with company match, vested day-one
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan [ESPP]
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, and Community Service Paid Time Off
• Pet Coverage “For our Furry Friends”
• Legal Assistance Coverage
• Award winning safety programs

Company Overview

Primoris was formed in 2004 as the parent company and is traded on the NYSE under the symbol PRIM. We provide a wide range of construction, maintenance, and engineering services for power generation, oil and gas, chemical, pipeline, utilities and distribution, and civil infrastructure clients. Primoris is ranked in the top 1% of the prestigious Top 600 Specialty Contractors List by Engineering News-Record (ENR), having built projects throughout the U.S. and Canada. For additional information, please visit www.prim.com.

Primoris Energy Services is a major direct-hire contractor in the U.S. delivering self-performed turnkey industrial construction and EPC services. We offer these services to our clients within the refining, gas processing, chemical/petrochemical, hydrogen, power generation, mining, pulp and paper industries from the first groundbreaking activity all the way through commissioning and start-up of the project. Primoris forms a partnership with our customers and major stakeholders from early-stage engineering through construction completion and commercial operation, safely, on-time, and within budget.

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Company Overview

Primoris Energy Services is a major direct-hire contractor in the U.S. delivering self-performed turnkey industrial construction and EPC services. We offer these services to our clients within the refining, gas processing, chemical/petrochemical, hydrogen, power generation, mining, pulp and paper industries from the first groundbreaking activity all the way through commissioning and start-up of the project. Primoris forms a partnership with our customers and major stakeholders from early-stage engineering through construction completion and commercial operation, safely, on-time, and within budget.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation, paid weekly.
• Best-in-class medical, dental, vision, and LTD/STD coverage.
• 401(k) with company match, vested on day one.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan [ESPP].
• Pet coverage for your furry friends.
• Legal assistance coverage.
• Award-winning safety programs.

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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