Director of Projects - Primoris Energy Services

About the role

Primoris Energy Services is seeking a Director of Projects to lead large-scale projects within the Power Generation Group, focusing on gas & steam turbine simple cycle and combined cycle generation projects. This role is responsible for the overall execution of complex projects—from pre-construction through close-out, ensuring safety, quality, schedule, and financial performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide overall project leadership and accountability for multi-million-dollar power projects, including full lifecycle project execution.
• Serve as the client’s primary point of contact, maintaining high levels of communication, trust, and satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle.
• Lead internal project teams including engineering, procurement, construction, and safety functions to ensure seamless coordination and execution.
• Oversee contractor performance, ensuring compliance with technical specifications, safety policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure timely review and approval of all engineering deliverables, drawings, and design documents to maintain technical accuracy and integrity.
• Drive project performance, identifying risk factors early and implementing mitigation strategies to protect project schedule, scope, and budget.
• Facilitate resolution of multi-discipline technical challenges in coordination with internal engineering teams and external partners.
• Direct participation in safety reviews including HAZID, HAZOP, and LOPA studies to promote a culture of operational excellence.
• Manage change control processes, ensuring scope changes are clearly documented, evaluated, and approved.
• Collaborate with senior leadership on manpower planning, resource allocation, and overall portfolio strategy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field required.
• 15+ years of experience in industrial or power construction projects, including at least 5 years in a leadership role as a Senior Project Manager or Project Director.
• Proven experience managing large EPC projects ($>100M) in gas turbine co-generation, LNG, or related energy infrastructure.
• Strong understanding of engineering design principles, construction management, project controls, and contract administration.
• Demonstrated ability to lead large cross-functional teams and manage multiple stakeholders effectively.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to travel to project sites as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation paid weekly.
• Best-in-class medical, dental, vision, and LTD/STD coverage.
• 401(k) with company match, vested on day one.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan [ESPP].
• Pet coverage for your furry friends.
• Legal assistance coverage.
• Award-winning safety programs.