Project Manager - Construction

Optimus - Houston, TX, United States

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

  • 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.
  • Coordinate with internal teams (engineering, procurement, legal, finance) and external stakeholders (contractors, regulatory agencies, and landowners).
  • Oversee project timelines, budgets, procurement schedules, and risk mitigation strategies.
  • Drive performance and accountability among general contractors, subcontractors, and vendors.
  • Ensure compliance with environmental, safety, permitting, and quality control standards.
  • Lead field execution strategies, site meetings, progress tracking, and change order management.
  • Deliver regular status updates to leadership and identify opportunities for cost or schedule optimization.
  • Support contract negotiation, RFP processes, and development of scopes of work.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Project Management, or a related field.
  • 5+ years of construction project management experience, preferably in energy, utilities, or large-scale infrastructure.
  • Demonstrated experience in building complex capital projects involving land development, renewable assets, or data infrastructure.
  • Familiarity with permitting processes, local/state/federal regulations, and environmental compliance.
  • Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Procore, Primavera, Smartsheet).
  • Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities.

Preferred Qualifications

  • PMP or equivalent certification.
  • Experience with utility interconnections, grid infrastructure, and EPC contract management.
  • Background in renewable energy or energy transition projects highly preferred.
  • Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects across different geographies.
  • Willingness to travel to active construction sites as needed.




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