Energy Project Manager Jobs

Energy Project Manager jobs are open across utilities, renewable energy, oil and gas, and construction, at every level from junior PM to director, with specializations in solar, wind, transmission, and grid infrastructure. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles258+
Top stateTexas
Top employerPrimoris Services Corporation
Top cityHouston, TX
Work type47% Hybrid
Top industryConsulting

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All IT Solutions
Construction Project and Energy Plant Manager
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Construction Project and Energy Plant Manager
All IT Solutions
Pearl River, New York
Electrical Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Mechanical Engineering
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

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WSP
Power & Energy Project Manager
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Power & Energy Project Manager
WSP
Denver, Colorado
Civil Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Structural Engineering
$120k - $243k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

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Amazon.com
Project Manager, Technology Deployment, Global Energy, sustainability, and Automation
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Project Manager, Technology Deployment, Global Energy, sustainability, and Automation
Amazon.com
Arlington, Virginia
Data Analytics
Data Science
$82k - $130k/yr
10,000+

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Trane Technologies
Energy Services Sr. Project Developer
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Energy Services Sr. Project Developer
Trane Technologies
Brea, California
Customer Service
Customer Support
$88k - $158k.98/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in business
10,000+

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Mortenson Construction
Project Buyer I or II - Energy Storage
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Project Buyer I or II - Energy Storage
Mortenson Construction
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Cloud Engineering
Data Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
$69k - $114k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in construction management
1,001-5,000

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Energy Project Manager Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Primoris Services Corporation
    Primoris Services Corporation16
  • CUPERTINO ELECTRIC
    CUPERTINO ELECTRIC11
  • Michels
    Michels9
  • Tesla
    Tesla8
  • Burns & McDonnell
    Burns & McDonnell8

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services18
  • Technology & Software9
  • Energy5
  • Construction & Real Estate3
  • Automotive2

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in energy project manager jobs.

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a related technical field
  • Five or more years of project management experience in energy or utilities
  • PMP certification or equivalent project management credential
  • Proficiency with project scheduling tools such as Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project
  • Experience managing permitting, regulatory compliance, and environmental approvals
  • Familiarity with EPC contracting, budgeting, and change order management

Tips for Your Energy Project Manager Job Search

Tailor your resume to the energy sector

List specific project types you've managed, such as solar installations, pipeline upgrades, or substation builds, alongside dollar values and megawatt capacities where relevant. Generic PM language won't distinguish you from candidates outside the energy sector.

Certify before applying to senior roles

Many energy project manager postings at the senior level require or strongly prefer a PMP or CAPM credential. If you're targeting those roles without one, prioritize earning it before submitting, since hiring teams often screen on certifications before reviewing experience.

Filter openings by project phase and fuel type

Energy PM roles vary sharply by whether you're managing development, construction, or operations, and by fuel type. Target openings that match your actual hands-on experience rather than applying broadly across all energy project manager listings.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists energy project manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Prepare for technical scope questions in interviews

Interviewers at energy companies routinely ask you to walk through how you managed schedule compression, permitting delays, or contractor coordination on past projects. Prepare two or three detailed examples with specific outcomes, not just a summary of responsibilities.

Negotiate scope and travel expectations upfront

Energy project manager roles often involve significant site travel, particularly during construction phases. Clarify expected travel frequency and remote flexibility during the offer stage, since these terms vary widely across utilities, developers, and EPC firms.

Energy Project Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most energy project managers?

The companies hiring the most energy project managers right now include Primoris Services Corporation, CUPERTINO ELECTRIC, and Michels, with the largest share of openings in Texas, New York, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Utilities, independent power producers, and EPC firms consistently account for the bulk of active postings.

How many energy project manager jobs are remote?

About 64% of energy project manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, though the share varies significantly by project phase. Planning, development, and stakeholder coordination roles tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while construction-phase and operations roles typically require regular on-site presence.

How do you become an energy project manager?

Start with a bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a technical discipline, then build experience in project coordination roles within utilities, renewables, or oil and gas. Earning a PMP credential strengthens your candidacy for mid-level and senior roles. Hands-on exposure to permitting processes, contractor management, and scheduling tools like Primavera P6 will accelerate your path.

Can you get an energy project manager job with limited experience?

Yes, entry-level and associate energy project manager roles exist at utilities and large EPC firms, and they often hire candidates with two to three years of field, engineering, or construction coordination experience rather than formal PM titles. Highlighting internships, capstone projects involving energy infrastructure, and any exposure to scheduling or budgeting tools can close the gap on a limited resume.

What does the energy project manager interview process look like?

Most energy project manager interviews run two to four rounds. An initial HR screen is followed by a technical interview with an engineering or operations lead, where you'll walk through past projects in detail. Final rounds often include a panel with cross-functional stakeholders and may involve a case study or scenario exercise focused on schedule risk, contractor disputes, or permitting delays.

Where can I find and apply to energy project manager jobs?

You can find and apply to energy project manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience and specialization, then apply directly to each one that fits.

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