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Project Manager - Construction

Houston, TX

full_time

About This Job

Our client is seeking a Project Manager with experience in building and developing large-scale construction assets across renewable energy, data centers, land development, and infrastructure projects. This role will lead project execution from planning through completion, ensuring delivery that is safe, on-time, on-budget, and aligned with regulatory and environmental standards.

Key Responsibilities

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Lead and manage all phases of construction projects related to energy infrastructure—including utility-scale solar, wind, battery storage, substations, data centers, and land infrastructure.

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Coordinate with internal teams (engineering, procurement, legal, finance) and external stakeholders (contractors, regulatory agencies, and landowners).

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Oversee project timelines, budgets, procurement schedules, and risk mitigation strategies.

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Drive performance and accountability among general contractors, subcontractors, and vendors.

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Ensure compliance with environmental, safety, permitting, and quality control standards.

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Lead field execution strategies, site meetings, progress tracking, and change order management.

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Deliver regular status updates to leadership and identify opportunities for cost or schedule optimization.

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Support contract negotiation, RFP processes, and development of scopes of work.

Required Qualifications

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Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Project Management, or a related field.

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5+ years of construction project management experience, preferably in energy, utilities, or large-scale infrastructure.

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Demonstrated experience in building complex capital projects involving land development, renewable assets, or data infrastructure.

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Familiarity with permitting processes, local/state/federal regulations, and environmental compliance.

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Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Procore, Primavera, Smartsheet).

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Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities.

Preferred Qualifications

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PMP or equivalent certification.

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Experience with utility interconnections, grid infrastructure, and EPC contract management.

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Background in renewable energy or energy transition projects highly preferred.

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Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects across different geographies.

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Willingness to travel to active construction sites as needed.

Project Manager - Construction

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