Identify customer needs, design cost-effective solutions, and oversee projects for commercial, industrial, and institutional clients.
Duties include engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning of energy-related systems, focused on electric infrastructure, backup power (generators and UPS), power quality, monitoring, facility assessments, outdoor lighting, and industrial processes.
Manage contractor procurement, negotiate agreements, and ensure compliance with Duke's policies.
Actively engage in design peer reviews and collaborate with key internal teams for effective project delivery planning.
Follow Duke Energy's safety protocols, report incidents or near misses, and participate in investigations and improvement initiatives.
Manage project schedules, including developing, maintaining, and updating schedules.
Oversee low and medium-risk construction projects, coordinate planning and stakeholder communication, and ensure compliance with established best practices.

Project Manager I: Associate's Degree and 2 years minimum required related experience; In lieu of degree, High School / GED and 5 years minimum required related experience
Project Manager II: Bachelor’s Degree and 5 years minimum required related experience; In lieu of degree, High School / GED and 9 years minimum required related experience
General Bachelor of Science degree in engineering or related field from an accredited college or university; or master’s degree in project management, MBA, Professional Engineer, Certified Energy Manager or Certified Construction Project Manager.
Five years of electrical design, electrical construction project management, or related experience. Must include demonstrated project management skills that resulted in projects delivered on-time, on-budget and on-scope.
Demonstrated experience with design/installation/operation of back-up power systems (generator, transfer switch, transformers), monitoring and controls equipment, power quality, and energy efficiency measures.
Demonstrated ability to speak and write in a clear, concise, and organized manner using correct grammar.
Demonstrated experience in contract preparation, execution, and administration.
Demonstrated ability to perform work in compliance with applicable safety policies, procedures, and guidelines with a thorough understanding of the “Keys to Life” safety document, Cardinal Electric Safety Rules, Cardinal Safe Digging Rules and contractor H&S safety supplementals.

Project Manager I, Project Manager II – Energy Services

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