Project Manager II

Duke Energy Corporation

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

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeRaleigh • North Carolina • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project management, including planning, execution, and risk management, while effectively leading teams and communicating with stakeholders. Proficient in managing project scope, schedule, cost, quality, and safety within the gas utility and construction management sectors.

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Project ManagementRisk ManagementDecision MakingConstruction ManagementProject Scheduling

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Hard Skills

Project PlanningCost ControlQuality ManagementRisk AssessmentData ManagementChange ManagementWBS DevelopmentProcurementCommissioningOperations Turnover

Soft Skills

LeadershipCollaborationCritical ThinkingProblem SolvingCommunication

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Associate of Project ManagementProject Management ProfessionalPMP Certification

Industry Keywords

Gas UtilityConstruction ManagementProject ExecutionStakeholder CommunicationEnvironmental Safety

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
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
Provide leadership, decision-making, management, guidance, coordination, and control of projects
Provide leadership, oversight, delegation, and coordination with internal and external project service organizations
Guide matrixed team members and interface with functional leaders on placement, development, and conflict resolution
Establish and maintain communications among project and program stakeholders
Structure, lead, or assist in project-related meetings
Prepare, communicate, and report monthly project status and required weekly/monthly communications
Develop and communicate project plans and appropriate reporting methods
Communicate effectively with appropriate management
Plan projects, including scope, schedule, cost, safety, and quality aspects
Lead project planning across work definition, estimating, scheduling, cost control, procurement and contracting, equipment and vendor selection, commissioning, operations turnover, warranty management, and integration
Execute projects within approved scope, cost, and schedule constraints
Develop or manage project components including objectives, stakeholders, deliverables, WBS, budget, risks, quality, safety, environmental, security, integration, data management, communications, change management, and closeout

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree
5 years of related work experience
In lieu of a Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of related work experience: High School/GED and 9 years of related work experience
Ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future
Working knowledge to proficiency in project management, decision making, critical thinking, and problem solving
Project-related work experience
Risk management and project leadership experience
Collaborative team participation
Gas utility experience
Construction management knowledge
Working knowledge to proficiency in project-related scheduling and cost controls
Travel requirement of 5–15%
Preferred certifications/training include Certified Associate of Project Management, Project Management Professional, utility technical certifications or training, and/or PMP Certification

Benefits

Comp & perks

Friendly work environment
Opportunities for growth and development
Recognition for your work
Competitive pay and benefits
Relocation assistance, as applicable (not provided for this posting)