Associate Project Manager - Power Generation

About the role

Join one of the fastest-growing, privately held data center companies and be part of a culture that celebrates success and innovation. The Associate Project Manager - Power Generation supports the planning, execution, and delivery of power infrastructure projects across our data center portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Aid in managing the full project lifecycle for power generation initiatives, including scope development, scheduling, budgeting, and closeout documentation.
• Coordinate with internal teams — including facilities, electrical engineering, construction, and operations — as well as external contractors, equipment vendors, and utility providers.
• Track project milestones, deliverables, and action items; maintain accurate project schedules and status reports using PM tools such as MS Project, Smartsheet, or similar platforms.
• Support procurement activities including RFP preparation, vendor quote reviews, and purchase order tracking.
• Maintain project files, as-built drawings, equipment submittals, and commissioning records in accordance with document control standards.
• Provide regular project status updates to senior PMs and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field; equivalent experience considered.
• 1–3 years of project coordination or project management experience, preferably in fossil power construction, Data Center Facilities, critical facilities, utilities, or heavy construction.
• Basic familiarity with power generation systems such as Turbine generators, Reciprocating Internal Combustion Engines, Fuel Cells, Transformers, UPS systems, PDUs, automatic transfer switches (ATS), and switchgear is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with project management software (Smartsheet, Procore, MS Project) preferred.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills; comfortable interfacing with contractors, engineers, and leadership.
• PMP, PMI-CP or CAPM certification, or active pursuit of certification, is a plus.
• Ability to work on-site at data center facilities.
• Travel is between 25% and 50% monthly.

Benefits & Perks

• Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts: HSA with employer contribution for eligible participants. FSA's offered for health and dependent care to increase tax savings.
• Retail Savings: 401(k) plan with company match.
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay.
• Company-Sponsored Insurance: Short-Term Disability, Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability (with medical election).
• Optional Benefits: Voluntary life, critical illness, legal, and additional disability coverage.
• Wellness Programs: Employee assistance program (EAP), Wellhub gym membership, and other wellness initiatives.

Work Environment

This role operates primarily on-site at data center facilities and active construction environments. Candidates must be comfortable working around energized electrical equipment and adhering to strict safety protocols. Some after-hours or weekend availability may be required to support outage coordination or critical project milestones.