Project Manager I

Primary Talent Partners has a new contract opening for a Project Manager I with our large power and utilities client in Charlotte, NC. This is a 3-year contract with a potential for extension. Pay: $53.00 - $63.00/hr; W2 contract, no PTO, no Benefits. ACA-compliant supplemental package available for enrollment. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States and must be able to sit on Primary Talent Partners W2 without sponsorship. Schedule: Hybrid role, 3-4 days onsite/week. Description: The Project Manager I (PM-I) supports the planning, coordination, and execution of capital projects associated with Liquefied Natural Gas (Client) facilities. This role is responsible for managing project scope, schedule, budget, and stakeholder communications while working under general supervision. The PM-I collaborates with engineering, operations, contractors, consultants, and regulatory agencies to help ensure successful project delivery in a safe and compliant manner. This position is ideal for an early to mid-career project manager seeking to expand their experience managing engineering and construction projects within the utility and energy industry. Key Responsibilities:Assist in managing Client facility projects through planning, design, construction, and closeout phases.Assist in developing and maintaining project schedules using Primavera P6.Coordinate activities with engineering teams, contractors, consultants, and internal stakeholders.Support project scope development, budgeting, forecasting, and risk management activities.Monitor project progress and provide status updates to project teams and leadership.Assist with contract administration, contractor oversight, and consultant coordination.Support compliance with federal, state, environmental, and permitting requirements.Partner with Security, Telecommunications, Operations, Engineering, and other business units to resolve project-related issues.Identify project risks and help develop practical solutions to maintain project objectives.Promote a strong safety culture and support environmental compliance requirements. Required Qualifications:Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET-accredited four-year college or university.Minimum 5-6 years of project management, engineering, or related utility/industrial project experience.Experience supporting engineering, construction, infrastructure, or Client-related projects.Working knowledge of federal and North Carolina permitting and environmental requirements.Experience coordinating contractors, consultants, and project stakeholders.Proficiency with Primavera P6 scheduling software.Strong written and verbal communication skills.Ability to work effectively in a team environment and manage multiple priorities. Preferred Qualifications:Experience supporting Client, natural gas, utility, energy, or heavy industrial projects.Familiarity with utility project management processes and practices.PMP certification or progress toward certification.Professional Engineer (PE) registration, or ability to obtain within a specified timeframe.Experience working with multi-disciplinary project teams. Primary Talent Partners is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. If you are a person with a disability needing assistance with the application or at any point in the hiring process, please contact us at info@primarytalentpartners.com #PTPJobs