Project Manager - Senior

Primary Talent Partners has a new contract opening for a Project Manager - Senior to join a gas and electric company in Valparaiso, IN. This is a 9-month contract to start with potential for extensions.

Pay: $81.00 - $91.00/hr; W2 contract, no PTO, no benefits. ACA‑compliant supplemental package available for enrollment. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States and must be able to sit on Primary Talent Partners W2 without sponsorship.

• Lead all phases of CTG/CCGT project execution (development through COD)
• Manage EPC contractors and OEMs (Client, Siemens, Mitsubishi)
• Establish and maintain project scope, schedule, and budget (typically
  *** MM
  - *** B+)
• Ensure alignment with commercial, regulatory, and operational requirements
• Drive decision‑making and problem resolution across multidisciplinary teams

• In collaboration with our project engineering team and Owner’s Engineer, this candidate shall be knowledgeable on:
  • Gas turbine and steam turbine specifications and integration
  • HRSG design and performance
  • Balance of plant (BOP) systems (cooling water, fuel gas, electrical systems)
  • Phased construction approach
  • Grid interconnection requirements
  • Environmental permits
  • All applicable building and national codes

• Oversee site construction activities for:
  • Civil works and foundations
  • Turbine installation and alignment
  • HRSG erection
  • Electrical and I&C installation
• Monitor contractor productivity, safety, and quality performance
• Lead site progress reporting and milestone tracking
• Support outage coordination for tie‑ins (if brownfield project)

• Track critical path and implement recovery plans as needed
• Work with our project controls team to monitor and manage:
  • EPC and OEM schedules
  • EPC and OEM change orders
  • Contingencies
  • Risk‑adjusted forecasting
• Administer EPC, OEM, and service contracts
• Manage claims, disputes, and contract negotiations
• Ensure adherence to performance guarantees (heat rate, output, availability)

• In collaboration with our commissioning and start‑up team, support:
  • Review of commissioning and start‑up plan
  • Pre‑commissioning and turnover
  • First fire and synchronization
  • Performance testing (GT/ST output, HRSG efficiency)
• Coordinate with operations teams for successful handoff
• Ensure achievement of COD and contractual milestones

• Champion a strong safety culture and zero‑incident mindset
• Ensure compliance with OSHA and company safety standards
• Oversee environmental compliance during construction and startup

• Interface with:
  • Executive leadership
  • Utility customers / key stakeholders
  • Regulatory agencies
  • Local communities
• Deliver clear, concise project reporting and presentations

• The ideal candidate is a hands‑on project leader with deep knowledge of combined‑cycle construction, capable of managing OEMs, EPC contractors, and internal stakeholders while delivering technically complex projects safely, on schedule, and within budget.
• We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to help lead the development and execution of large‑scale natural gas‑fired power generation projects, including simple‑cycle combustion turbines and combined‑cycle (1×1, 2×1, 3×1) facilities.
• This role is responsible for the development and management of the construction portion of the generation asset(s), including, but not limited to, procurement, EPC execution, commissioning, and commercial operation.
• The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in EPC execution, utility‑scale generation asset mixes, and complex stakeholder coordination in fast‑paced, capital‑intensive environments.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction, Project Management, or other related field of study (Required)
• Master’s degree or MBA (preferred)

• 10-15+ years of experience in power generation or heavy industrial projects
• 7+ years managing large EPC projects (
  *** MM+)
• Demonstrated experience with:
  • Gas turbine projects (Frame units, aeroderivatives)
  • Combined‑cycle plant construction (1×1 or larger)
• Proven track record delivering projects:
  • On schedule
  • Wi…