EPC Project Manager III

Overview

EPC Project Manager
Contract Duration: Contract through December 31, 2026 (High potential for extension)

Location: Jackson, MI is the preferred work location; flexibility may be considered based on project needs

Work Environment &

Schedule:

Minimum 40 hours per week (typically 45–50), with approximately 85% time spent onsite at office or field locations. Role requires frequent travel to project sites, flexibility for extended hours, and potential overnight travel during peak demands or storm restoration efforts.

The EPC Project Manager III reports directly to the Principal EPC Project Manager – HVD Program Management and is responsible for leading and managing power plant capital projects ranging from mid- to large-scale budgets. This role requires strong ethical leadership aligned with Consumers Energy’s Code of Conduct and a proven ability to deliver projects safely, on schedule, within scope, and on budget.

• Lead and manage EPC power plant projects from initiation through completion
• Define project scope, develop detailed schedules, and maintain schedule updates throughout the project lifecycle
• Prepare and manage project budgets, ensuring cost control and avoidance of overruns
• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks to project schedule, cost, quality, and safety
• Ensure appropriate staffing, materials, and resources are in place to support successful project execution
• Clearly define roles and responsibilities for all project team members
• Provide consistent communication on project status, risks, and performance to management and stakeholders
• Ensure quality standards are met for all work performed and materials utilized
• Maintain a strong customer-facing presence, addressing scope, safety, quality, schedule, and cost concerns
• Lead by example and foster a collaborative, high-performance project team environment
• Coordinate across EPM, plant operations, and support groups including engineering, scheduling, cost controls, construction, startup, and testing
• Collaborate with Architect/Engineering firms to ensure timely and high-quality project support
• Prepare and deliver presentations as required
• Travel up to 25% within Michigan based on project location, meetings, or training needs
• Work a flexible schedule to meet department and plant demands; typical workweek is 40–50 hours

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field from an accredited college or university
• Applied engineering background or equivalent professional experience
• Demonstrated project management experience in a heavy industrial environment
• Field experience in heavy industrial settings (required)
• Strong knowledge of project management principles, methodologies, and leadership practices
• Excellent organizational, communication, and conflict resolution skills
• Ability to solve complex problems efficiently using structured project management approaches

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
  • If not currently certified, certification must be obtained within three (3) years of entering the job family
• Experience managing retrofit construction projects
• Project management experience within a generating plant environment
• Power plant or generating plant operations experience