EPC Project Manager - Power Generation

Quanta Power Solutions, LLC•Hoover, AL

About The Position

Quanta Power Solutions is seeking experienced Project Managers to lead EPC power generation projects, specifically gas-fired power plants. The role supports large-scale energy infrastructure projects, including combined-cycle, simple-cycle, and other thermal generation facilities. Candidates must have direct experience managing power generation facility construction from engineering through commissioning; experience limited to substations, transmission and distribution, or grid-only projects is not sufficient. The Project Manager leads the full EPC lifecycle and coordinates engineering, procurement, construction, startup, commissioning, and client engagement to deliver projects safely, efficiently, on schedule, and within budget. The position supports activities in the Birmingham, Alabama office as required and involves nationwide travel of up to 50%, including visits to job sites, field offices, and customer locations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
Proven EPC project management experience supporting gas-fired or coal-fired power generation facilities.
Direct experience supporting combined-cycle, simple-cycle, or thermal power plant construction projects.
Strong knowledge of EPC project execution, construction sequencing, and commissioning coordination.
Experience with project controls, cost forecasting, budgeting, scheduling, and risk management.
Demonstrated success leading multidisciplinary teams on large-scale industrial or utility infrastructure projects.
Strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced project environments.
Willingness to travel up to 50% nationwide.
Ability to support activities in the Birmingham, Alabama office as required.
Ability to visit job sites, field offices, and customer locations.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting renewable or hybrid generation projects, including solar, wind, or battery energy storage systems (BESS).
Prior EPC experience supporting utility-scale or industrial clients, including data centers, manufacturing facilities, or high-load consumers.
Experience managing startup and commissioning coordination activities.
Familiarity with major industrial construction contracts and procurement strategies.

Responsibilities

Lead all phases of EPC project execution for large-scale gas-fired power generation facilities, from design through commissioning.
Manage project scope, schedule, budget, quality, risk, and overall execution strategy.
Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning teams to align project deliverables and milestones.
Serve as a primary interface with clients, vendors, subcontractors, and internal leadership teams.
Oversee project financial performance, including forecasting, reporting, cost controls, and change management.
Drive project planning, execution, and risk mitigation strategies.
Ensure compliance with company standards, client specifications, contractual obligations, and safety expectations.
Support staffing coordination, resource planning, and project execution scheduling.
Promote safety, accountability, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.
Support construction execution, startup coordination, and commissioning activities as needed.
Provide leadership and direction to multidisciplinary project teams throughout the project lifecycle.