Senior Project Manager – Gas Generation

Duke Energy Corporation

. Serve as the single point of business accountability for EPC contractor relationships across the Gas Generation Program .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeCharlotte • North Carolina • United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing EPC contractor relationships and leading complex capital projects, with a focus on performance monitoring, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement. Proficient in project planning, budgeting, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure successful project execution.

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EPC Contractor ManagementProject Performance MonitoringRisk MitigationLeadership and Decision-MakingProject Planning and Budgeting

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementContract AdministrationCommercial ManagementPerformance ReportingIssue ResolutionContinuous ImprovementConstruction ManagementRisk IdentificationStakeholder CoordinationProgram Governance

Soft Skills

LeadershipCommunicationNegotiationCollaborationDecision-Making

Certifications & Qualifications

PMPPEAACE

Industry Keywords

Gas GenerationUtility OperationsCapital ProjectsProject ControlsEPC Performance

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the single point of business accountability for EPC contractor relationships across the Gas Generation Program
Develop and maintain relationships with EPC partners and internal stakeholders
Collaborate with Supply Chain, Legal, Project Management, Construction, and Project Controls teams on contractor performance, issue resolution, commercial matters, and continuous improvement
Monitor program-wide EPC performance and identify trends, risks, lessons learned, and opportunities for improved execution
Lead efforts to identify and address systemic issues affecting multiple projects, contractors, or workstreams
Support project teams throughout the project lifecycle and resolve commercial and execution challenges
Coordinate construction and project performance reporting across stakeholders
Support monthly program reporting, executive dashboards, and governance materials for senior leadership
Facilitate cross-functional reviews focused on contractor performance, program health, risk mitigation, and execution excellence
Promote best practices, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement across the Gas Generation program
Manage or assist management of project planning and execution across scope, schedule, cost, quality, environmental, safety, communications, security, and integration
Manage project/program funding and budgeting
Provide leadership, decision making, coordination, and control of assigned projects

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree and 7 plus years work related experience, OR High School/GED and 11 years related work experience in lieu of a Bachelor's degree
Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible experience leading complex capital projects (preferred)
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, Project Management, or a related field (preferred)
MBA, Master's degree, PMP, PE, AACE, or other relevant professional certification (preferred)
Familiarity with utility operations, project controls, commercial management, and contract administration (preferred)
Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, and decision-making skills (preferred)
Ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future
Travel requirements of 15–25%
Must possess all basic/required qualifications to be considered

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive pay and benefits
Friendly work environment
Opportunities for growth and development
Recognition for your work
Relocation assistance provided, as applicable