Project Manager, Hydrogen Systems – Pre-Construction & Permitting Focus

Plug Power

. Facilitate Plug Power’s GenFuel offering to customers, specializing in pre-construction execution.

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeRemote • New York • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $86,400 - $135,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Facilitate Plug Power’s GenFuel offering to customers, specializing in pre-construction execution.
Optimize engineering workflows and build predictive permitting playbooks to reduce pre-construction duration.
Improve accuracy of forecasted construction start dates for organizational planning and revenue projections.
Manage the pre-construction phase, including third-party engineering, contractor bids, and the permitting lifecycle.
Coordinate presentations and relationships with Authorities Having Jurisdiction to clear regulatory gateways.
Follow up in person with local authorities and agencies to prevent project stalls and resolve misunderstandings.
Develop and manage project schedules and budgetary parameters while resolving bottlenecks.
Read and interpret Process and Instrumentation Diagrams, identify missing components, and collaborate with suppliers and contractors on finalized products.
Coordinate industrial gas companies, internal project teams, contractors, and local regulators during deployments.
Maintain detailed knowledge of Plug Power products and hydrogen infrastructure systems.
Communicate with internal project teams and end-customers to clarify expectations, manage risks, and meet commitments.
Represent Plug Power during regulatory hearings and customer interactions.

Requirements

What you’ll need

BS degree in engineering (mechanical, electrical, or other applicable field of study).
A minimum of three (3) years of working experience in project-based engineering functions and construction project management, with a proven track record in pre-construction workflows and successfully securing complex building/environmental permits.
PMP certification is highly preferred.
Ability to travel frequently in the domestic U.S. to customer sites and jurisdictional offices; up to 100% of the time.
Proven ability to interface with, present to, and influence AHJs (Fire Marshals, zoning boards, town councils) to secure approvals without project delays.
Mechanical systems expertise and troubleshooting ability; ability to catch errors in engineering submittal packages before they are sent to regulators.
Proven track record in project management; delivering quality results on time and on budget while compressing phase timelines.
Experience in hydrogen and/or fuel cells, cryogenic industry, high pressure systems (250 Bar and up), gas processing and/or dispensing equipment, oil and gas/CNG/LNG, or logistics/material handling is highly valued.
Proficiency in Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.
Dynamic interpersonal and presentation skills to effectively communicate with diverse audiences and regulatory stakeholders.
Uncompromising dedication to quality.
Demonstrated analytical mindset with extreme attention to detail.
Ability to manage complex projects and multi-task effectively.
Ability to role model high standards of professionalism.
Exceptional follow-through and a self-motivated drive to proactively push past bureaucratic roadblocks.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance eligibility starting from the first day of hire
401(k) with 5% company match
Bonus eligibility
Paid time off including vacation, personal and sick time
Paid Holidays
Wellness Reimbursement Program
Potential to apply for Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Referral program
Employee Assistance Program