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Primoris Services Corporation · 1 day ago

Director of Projects - Primoris Energy Services

Houston, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

15+ years exp

Primoris Energy Services is seeking a Director of Projects to drive the success of our cutting-edge projects from start to finish. This role is responsible for the overall execution of complex projects within the Power Generation Group, ensuring safety, quality, schedule, and financial performance are achieved or exceeded.

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Responsibilities

Provide overall project leadership and accountability for multi-million-dollar power projects, including full lifecycle project execution

Serve as the client’s primary point of contact, maintaining high levels of communication, trust, and satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle

Lead internal project teams including engineering, procurement, construction, and safety functions to ensure seamless coordination and execution

Oversee contractor performance, ensuring compliance with technical specifications, safety policies, and regulatory requirements

Ensure timely review and approval of all engineering deliverables, drawings, and design documents to maintain technical accuracy and integrity

Drive project performance, identifying risk factors early and implementing mitigation strategies to protect project schedule, scope, and budget

Facilitate resolution of multi-discipline technical challenges in coordination with internal engineering teams and external partners

Direct participation in safety reviews including HAZID, HAZOP, and LOPA studies to promote a culture of operational excellence

Manage change control processes, ensuring scope changes are clearly documented, evaluated, and approved

Collaborate with senior leadership on manpower planning, resource allocation, and overall portfolio strategy

Qualification

Gas Turbine EngineeringConstruction ManagementEPC Project ManagementProject ManagementStakeholder ManagementEngineering Design PrinciplesCommunication SkillsNegotiation SkillsProblem-Solving Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field required

15+ years of experience in industrial or power construction projects, including at least 5 years in a leadership role as a Senior Project Manager or Project Director

Proven experience managing large EPC projects (>$100M) in gas turbine co-generation, LNG, or related energy infrastructure

Strong understanding of engineering design principles, construction management, project controls, and contract administration

Demonstrated ability to lead large cross-functional teams and manage multiple stakeholders effectively

Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills

Willingness to travel to project sites as needed