Senior Project Manager - Data Center Power Generation

Rehlko is an energy-resilience company providing engines, generators, power conversion, and related electrification solutions. The Senior Project Manager will lead data center power generation projects, including engine installations and balance-of-plant infrastructure, managing teams, schedules, budgets, safety, quality, vendors, client relationships, and project delivery.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage cross-functional project teams for assigned data center power generation projects, including Clarke Energy engineering staff, subcontractors, and site personnel
• Conduct routine site walks and leadership meetings to ensure safety compliance and real-time schedule alignment
• Manage overall performance and delivery of projects against contractual timelines, scope, and quality standards
• Organize and facilitate regular internal coordination meetings and one-to-one sessions with key team members to monitor progress, resolve issues, and keep the project on track
• Provide training and mentorship opportunities for team members to improve performance and project delivery capabilities
• Liaise with data center clients and developers to interpret project goals, resolve issues, and advise leadership on contractual deviations
• Negotiate and agree on project milestones, critical path activities, and commercial terms with client representatives
• Develop and manage detailed construction and commissioning schedules using tools such as Microsoft Project or Primavera P6
• Partner with the Finance Director to forecast and track project costs, payment milestones, and revenue recognition aligned with contract obligations
• Ensure all projects are executed in strict compliance with Health, Safety, Environmental (HSE), and Quality standards
• Assign and manage resources—internal and subcontracted—to maintain project momentum and achieve quality benchmarks
• Source, evaluate, and manage vendor and subcontractor agreements to ensure value, reliability, and compliance with project requirements
• Monitor progress at all stages of construction, mechanical/electrical installation, commissioning, and client handover—taking corrective actions as needed
• Maintain proactive communication with clients, updating on progress, mitigating risks, and ensuring high satisfaction
• Provide regular reporting to the Project Director and stakeholders, including risk assessments, progress metrics, and issue resolution

Requirements:

• Degree in Engineering discipline or minimum 8 years of power generation or data center construction experience
• Proven experience managing large-scale, multi-million-dollar engineering or EPC projects
• Demonstrated knowledge of HSE, Quality, and Commissioning protocols
• Strong understanding of the power generation sector, including reciprocating engine systems
• Proficient in MS Office Suite and scheduling/project controls software
• Ability to travel nationally to project sites as needed
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future
• This position is primarily remote. However, if you reside within a 50-mile radius of a Rehlko site, you may be required to work onsite at least 2-3 business days per week
• Rehlko hires candidates only in states where we have an established business presence. We do not hire candidates residing in the following states: AK, AR, DE, HI, ME, ND, NE, VT, WV, WY. Remote work opportunities are also unavailable for these locations
• PMP Certification or equivalent project management qualification
• Experience with Procore, Primavera P6, or similar project tracking software
• Experience in multi-engine containerized solutions and utility interconnect processes