Senior Project Manager - Energy & Infrastructure

Southern Company; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Flexible spending accounts / Health-s

Wellness programs

Employee referral program

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

PowerSecure, a Southern Company subsidiary, seeks a Project Manager II to oversee DI equipment installations in Raleigh, ensuring safety, on-time delivery, and budget adherence. You will manage initiation, procurement, scheduling, and closeout across multi-phase projects, coordinating with stakeholders and cross-functional teams.

The role requires strong cost control, risk management, and leadership skills, with experience in energy/construction and proficiency in MS Project/Procore.

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field and 6+ years in energy or construction industries.
• PMP certification preferred.
• Experience managing multiple concurrent projects with budgets over $5M.
• OSHA 10 or 30 certification required.
• Knowledge of permitting processes and environmental compliance standards; experience coordinating interconnection requirements and regulatory approvals.
• Advanced proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Procore).
• Experience in risk/change management and mitigation planning.
• Strong financial acumen including forecasting, cost control, and variance analysis.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safe and healthy work sites by following company standards and legal requirements.
• Lead complex, multi-phase projects with strategic importance.
• Serve as primary point of contact for stakeholders.
• Develop and implement risk management plans and contingency strategies.
• Oversee project portfolio performance metrics and report to senior leadership.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across project execution processes.
• Lead post-project reviews and lessons-learned sessions.
• Support business development efforts by contributing to proposals and client presentations.
• Mentor and coach Project/Construction Manager I-level staff.
• Collaborate with finance and operations to optimize resource allocation.
• Lead permitting and interconnection coordination with utilities and regulatory bodies.
• Ensure compliance with environmental mitigation measures and safety regulations.
• Manage subcontractor selection, scope definition, and performance tracking.
• Oversee RFIs, change orders, and close-out packages.
• Maintain project documentation using Procore and other PM tools

Skills

Project management

Budget management

Scheduling

Risk management

Leadership

Forecasting

Cross-functional coordination

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Mentoring

Education

BS in Engineering/Construction Management or related field

High School Diploma + 8+ years construction/energy experience

Tools

MS Project

Procore

Job description

PowerSecure, a Southern Company subsidiary, seeks a Project Manager II to oversee DI equipment installations in Raleigh, ensuring safety, on-time delivery, and budget adherence. You will manage initiation, procurement, scheduling, and closeout across multi-phase projects, coordinating with stakeholders and cross-functional teams.

The role requires strong cost control, risk management, and leadership skills, with experience in energy/construction and proficiency in MS Project/Procore.