Sr. Project Manager - Distributed Energy Systems

Description Note: Position can be located in Arlington, Houston or Midland, Texas Position Overview

As Sr. Project Manager of Distributed Energy Systems for Priority Power, you will lead the engineering and construction of distributed energy systems (DES) projects, including backup generation, solar, battery storage, and hybrid microgrids. In this role, you will work closely with engineering teams during the development phase to shape project scopes, assess technical feasibility, and support proposals. Following project award, you will oversee the execution phase, managing detailed engineering, construction, and coordination with procurement to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of equipment and services. This role is critical to delivering turnkey energy solutions that enhance resilience, reduce emissions, and create long-term cost savings for commercial, industrial, and institutional clients.

To achieve these outcomes, the Sr. Project Manager will take full ownership of the project lifecycle, with accountability for delivering projects safely, on schedule, under budget, and in full compliance with design specifications and stakeholder requirements. Core responsibilities include managing project schedules, cost and revenue forecasting, contract execution, and risk and opportunity assessments, all while ensuring adherence to Priority Power’s safety and quality assurance standards.

The Sr. Project Manager will also be responsible for ensuring compliance with all project-related agreements, such as electrical interconnection agreements, land agreements, permits, and the terms and conditions of contracts and purchase orders. A key success factor in this role is the ability to coordinate the procurement of engineering services, construction resources, equipment, and materials that meet technical requirements and support critical project milestones.

The successful candidate will operate within a highly collaborative, cross-functional environment, engaging with teams across project development, engineering, project controls, procurement, financial planning, accounting, and legal to ensure project success from conception through completion.

Key Responsibilities

- Own full project lifecycle execution, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and in accordance with technical specifications and quality standards.

- Prepare and deliver reports for both internal stakeholders and customers, covering project costs and forecasts, schedule performance, contract compliance, safety, and risk management.

- Collaborate with the HSE Director to maintain a safe working environment, ensuring adherence to Priority Power, contractor, and client safety policies.

- Oversee project quality through the implementation and management of quality assurance programs.

- Partner with the procurement team to source contractors, consultants, equipment, and materials.

- Manage contract obligations outlined in key project documents; lead negotiation and resolution of change orders with customers and contractors.

- Ensure compliance with contract terms and conditions to minimize project and organizational risk.

- Proactively identify and resolve project issues or conflicts, ensuring all changes are appropriately documented and communicated.

- Facilitate and lead project meetings with internal teams, external partners, and clients to maintain alignment and progress.

- Coordinate acquisition of necessary permits not secured during the development phase and ensure ongoing compliance throughout execution.

- Identify and manage additional internal or external resources, including consultants or contractors needed to support successful project delivery.

- Apply sound judgment and critical thinking to influence cross-functional stakeholders on project risks, opportunities, and recommended actions.

Requirements

- Deep understanding of backup generation technologies: (Diesel and natural gas generator systems, Microgrids and hybrid systems (solar + storage + generator sets), and controls, switchgear, and utility interconnection requirements)

- Familiarity with Distributed Energy Resources (DERs) and their integration into facility and utility systems.

- Hands-on experience with backup generation and distributed energy deployments.

- 5-10+ years of project management experience on utility-class electrical infrastructure.

- Bachelor of Science degree, preferably in electrical engineering, civil engineering, mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, or project/construction management.

- PMP or equivalent project management certification is preferred.

- Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.

- Contractually and commercially aware and capable of negotiating and complying with EPC agreements and other customer agreements.

- Excellent oral and written communication skills.

- Self-starter, very self-reliant and capable of operating with minimum supervision.

- Ability to work within a cross-functional team environment for project development and execution.

- Ability to manage client expectations within the context of project execution.

- Ability to effectively address and either manage or participate in the resolution of conflicts with clients or other project stakeholders which may arise throughout the course of project execution.

- Willingness and ability to travel as required to successfully manage projects.

- Experienced in using Microsoft Office products (e.g. Word, Excel, Outlook and Power Point).

- Ability to use project management software such as Procore and NetSuite.

- Proficient in project management and engineering software tools (e.g., MS Project, AutoCAD, Smartsheet, Oracle P6).

- Experienced at managing multiple projects simultaneously.

Travel

The Sr. Project Manager will be expected to travel about 25% of the time to other Priority Power offices, customer meetings, and construction site locations.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability.