Senior Project Manager

Rehlko•Waukesha, WI

19d•$113,000 - $143,950

About The Position

The Senior Project Manager will lead and manage cross-functional project teams for large, complex power generation projects, including internal projects and engineering teams as well as external resources, including outside engineering groups and subcontractors.

Requirements

Degree in Engineering discipline or minimum 10 years of power generation or data center construction experience.
Proven experience managing large-scale, engineering or EPC projects.
Demonstrated knowledge of HSE, Quality, and Commissioning protocols.
Strong understanding of the power generation sector, including reciprocating engine systems.
Proficient in MS Office Suite and scheduling/project controls software.
Ability to travel nationally to project sites as needed.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.
Rehlko hires candidates only in states where we have an established business presence. We do not hire candidates residing in the following states: AK, AR, DE, HI, ME, ND, NE, VT, WV, WY.
Remote work opportunities are also unavailable for these locations.

Nice To Haves

PMP Certification or equivalent project management qualification is desireable.
Experience with Procore, Primavera P6, or similar project tracking software (nice to have).
Experience in multi-engine containerized solutions and utility interconnect processes is desirable.

Responsibilities

Conduct routine site walks and leadership meetings to ensure safety compliance and real-time schedule alignment.
Manage overall performance and delivery of projects against contractual timelines, scope, and quality standards.
Organize and facilitate regular internal coordination meetings and one-to-one sessions with key team members to monitor progress, resolve issues, and keep the project on track.
Provide training and mentorship opportunities for team members to improve performance and project delivery capabilities.
Liaise with major stakeholders to interpret project goals, resolve issues, and advise leadership on contractual deviations.
Negotiate and agree on project milestones, critical path activities, and commercial terms with client representatives.
Develop and manage detailed construction and commissioning schedules using tools such as Procore and Primavera P6.
Partner with the Finance Director to forecast and track project costs, payment milestones, and revenue recognition aligned with contract obligations; individual will own the project’s budget and will manage the overall project P&L.
Ensure all projects are executed in strict compliance with Health, Safety, Environmental (HSE), and Quality standards.
Assign and manage resources—internal and subcontracted—to maintain project momentum and achieve quality benchmarks.
Source, evaluate, and manage vendor and subcontractor agreements to ensure value, reliability, and compliance with project requirements.
Monitor progress at all stages of construction, mechanical/electrical installation, commissioning, and client handover—taking corrective actions as needed.
Maintain proactive communication with all project stakeholders, updating on progress, mitigating risks, and ensuring high satisfaction.
Provide regular reporting to the Project Director and internal stakeholders, including risk assessments, progress metrics, and issue resolution.