Project Manager I/II

Duke Energy Corporation

. Manage or assist with management of all phases of project planning and execution .

Posted 11/5/2026full-timeCincinnati • Ohio • United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project management, including planning, execution, and oversight of project phases while ensuring adherence to scope, schedule, cost, and quality standards. Proficient in stakeholder communication, risk management, and leading cross-functional teams to achieve project objectives.

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Project Management Professional (PMP)Risk ManagementProject Scheduling/Cost ControlsConstruction ManagementProject Leadership

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Hard Skills

Project PlanningScope DefinitionCost ControlSchedule FormationProcurement StrategiesIntegration ProcessesChange ManagementQuality ManagementData ManagementWBS Management

Soft Skills

LeadershipDecision-MakingCritical ThinkingProblem-SolvingCommunication

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Associate of Project Management (CAPM)Professional Engineer (PE)Configuration Management II Professional (CM2-P)

Industry Keywords

Utility ExperienceProject Management Center of ExcellenceEnvironmental SafetyStakeholder ManagementMatrixed Team Management

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage or assist with management of all phases of project planning and execution
Ensure project scope, schedule, cost, quality, environmental, safety, communications, security, and integration success factors are met
Create, staff, and lead project teams
Provide leadership, oversight, delegation, and coordination to internal and external project organizations
Manage matrixed team members and interface with functional managers regarding placement, development, and conflict resolution
Establish and maintain communications among project and program stakeholders
Lead or assist with project meetings, kickoff meetings, monthly project reviews, weekly reports, and monthly reports
Develop and manage project plans and reporting in accordance with PMCoE standards
Present project reports to management and governance teams
Plan project scope, schedule, cost, safety, and quality
Drive scope definition, estimating, schedule formation and monitoring, cost control, procurement and contracting strategies, equipment and vendor selection, startup and commissioning, and integration processes
Execute projects within approved scope, cost, and schedule limits
Manage project objectives, stakeholders, deliverables, WBS, schedules, budgets, risks, quality, safety, environmental, security, integration, data, communications, reporting, change management, and project closeout
Manage project activities including detailed design, construction, startup and commissioning, turnover to operations, and warranty management
Manage a portfolio of low- to moderate-risk projects, typically White or Green ranked under the Project Management Center of Excellence Risk-Informed Project Ranking Process

Requirements

What you’ll need

Project Manager I: Associate degree and 2 years related work experience
Project Manager I alternative: High School/GED and 5 years related work experience in lieu of associate degree and 2 years experience
Project Manager II: Bachelor's degree and 5 years related work experience
Project Manager II alternative: High School/GED and 9 years related work experience in lieu of the stated degree and experience
Ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future
Hybrid employees must live within a reasonable commute, not greater than 50 miles one way, to the designated Duke Energy facility
Preferred: Bachelor's Degree; Certified Associate of Project Management; Professional Engineer; Configuration Management II Professional (CM2-P); Project Management Professional; project management, decision-making, critical thinking, problem-solving, risk management, project leadership, utility experience, construction management, project scheduling/cost controls, utility technical certifications/training, PMI (PMP or CAPM), CMII certificates, Professional Engineer License

Benefits

Comp & perks

Friendly work environment
Opportunities for growth and development
Recognition for your work
Competitive pay and benefits
Hybrid work arrangement
Relocation assistance provided (as applicable)
5–15% travel opportunity