Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Rehlko is an energy resilience company delivering engines, generators, power conversion, UPS systems, and other electrification and clean energy solutions. The Senior Project Manager will plan, organize, and manage data center power generation projects, including Jenbacher engine installations and balance of plant infrastructure, while leading teams, overseeing schedules and costs, managing clients and vendors, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
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
Skills
- 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
Benefits
- Competitive compensation and benefits
- Work-life flexibility
- Recognition and rewards
- Development and career opportunities
- A safe and inclusive workplace
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- 401(k) with Rehlko matching
- Primarily remote work
- Training and mentorship opportunities for team members
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