Power Generation Project/Program Manager III
Actalent · Bellevue, WA
- Hybrid
- Contract
- $135,200 / year
- Bellevue, WA
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Job highlights
- Manage power deployment projects across the U.S.
- Oversee projects from feasibility to handover.
- Direct contractors, vendors, and teams.
- Ensure compliance with technical specifications.
- Handle switchgear procurement and air permitting.
About the role
Project/Program Manager III
Responsible for the coordination and completion of temporary and permanent power deployment projects across a fulfillment network. Oversees all aspects of multiple concurrent projects spanning utility upgrades, natural gas generator installations, switchgear deployments, and air permitting across multiple states. Sets deadlines, assigns responsibilities, and monitors and summarizes progress of the program. Prepares reports for upper management regarding status of all projects.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate and complete 12 simultaneous power solution projects across multiple U.S. sites.
- Oversee all aspects of the power deployment program from feasibility through commissioning and handover.
- Set deadlines, assign responsibilities, and monitor and summarize progress of all projects.
- Prepare reports for upper management regarding program status, including monthly flash updates and executive summaries.
- Direct the work of contractors, vendors, consultants, and cross-functional teams.
- Perform tasks ranging from technical design review to stakeholder management to regulatory coordination.
- Ensure specifications are met across all power infrastructure installations.
- Verify compliance of electrical equipment, switchgear, generators, and associated systems with technical standards and design requirements.
- Conduct quality reviews at each project phase to validate adherence to specifications before progressing to the next milestone.
- Manage end-to-end switchgear procurement process: specification development, vendor selection, purchase order issuance, and delivery tracking.
- Track switchgear lead times across all sites and ensure orders are placed to meet project timelines.
- Prepare and submit air permit applications across multiple jurisdictions and regulatory environments.
- Track permit application status, agency review timelines, and approval milestones for each site.
- Drive end-to-end project lifecycle: feasibility, design, procurement, permitting, installation, commissioning, and handover.
- Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, budgets, risk registers, and status reports.
- Oversee deployment of temporary and permanent natural gas and diesel generator systems.
- Manage utility coordination including transformer upgrades, switchgear installations, and service upgrades.
- Serve as primary point of contact for utility companies, general contractors, generator vendors, and internal teams.
- Travel to project sites during critical installation and commissioning phases.
- Oversee equipment startup, testing, and acceptance procedures.
Essential Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, Energy Systems, or related field.
- Minimum 7 years of hands-on project management experience in electrical infrastructure, power generation, or utility-scale energy projects.
- Familiar with concepts, practices, and procedures in the field, including medium and low voltage switchgear, transformer sizing, installation, and commissioning, generator systems, utility interconnection and service upgrades, and power metering and protection systems.
- Experience managing 10+ concurrent projects simultaneously.
- Experience with switchgear procurement and air permitting.
- Ability to follow and verify compliance with technical specifications across all project deliverables.
- Proficiency with project management tools such as Asana, MS Project, or Smartsheet.
- Willingness to travel up to 25% domestically during critical project phases.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- PMP, PE, or equivalent certification preferred.
- Experience with large-scale industrial/logistics facility power infrastructure.
- Knowledge of natural gas pipeline design, metering, and pressure regulation.
- Experience in CEQA compliance and non-attainment area permitting.
- Experience managing vendor proposals and procurement for generator rental/purchase.
Work Environment
The work environment includes coordination with cross-functional teams and vendors, with a focus on managing multiple concurrent projects across diverse site conditions. The role involves travel up to 25% domestically to project sites during critical phases. The candidate will need to work with various project management tools and ensure compliance with technical specifications.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Bellevue, WA.
Pay And Benefits
The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $69.00/hr.
Requirements
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
- Medical, dental & vision
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
- 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
- Short and long-term disability
- Health Spending Account (HSA)
- Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully remote position.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 26, 2026.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
Key skills/competency
- Project Management
- Power Deployment
- Utility Upgrades
- Generator Installation
- Switchgear
- Air Permitting
- Electrical Engineering
- Construction Management
- Vendor Management
- Stakeholder Management
Skills & topics
- Project Manager
- Program Manager
- Power Generation
- Electrical Infrastructure
- Utility Upgrades
- Switchgear
- Generator Installation
- Air Permitting
- Construction Management
- Engineering
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight project management experience in power generation and electrical infrastructure, using keywords from the job description.
- Showcase technical skills: Emphasize familiarity with switchgear, generators, utility interconnections, and project management tools like MS Project.
- Quantify achievements: Provide specific examples of managing multiple concurrent projects and successful permit applications.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss your experience with regulatory coordination, vendor management, and ensuring technical compliance.
- Demonstrate remote work capability: Highlight your ability to manage projects effectively in a remote setting, coordinating with distributed teams.
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Frequently asked questions
- What are the key responsibilities for a Project/Program Manager III at Actalent?
- The Project/Program Manager III at Actalent is responsible for coordinating and completing temporary and permanent power deployment projects across a fulfillment network. This includes overseeing multiple concurrent projects like utility upgrades, generator installations, and switchgear deployments, setting deadlines, assigning responsibilities, monitoring progress, and preparing reports for upper management. You will also direct the work of contractors, vendors, and cross-functional teams, perform technical design reviews, manage stakeholder relations, and ensure compliance with technical specifications.
- What qualifications are essential for the Project/Program Manager III role at Actalent?
- Essential qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, Energy Systems, or a related field. You'll need a minimum of 7 years of hands-on project management experience in electrical infrastructure, power generation, or utility-scale energy projects. Experience managing 10+ concurrent projects, familiarity with medium and low voltage switchgear, generator systems, utility interconnections, and proficiency with project management tools are also critical.
- Is travel required for the Project/Program Manager III position?
- Yes, travel is required for this position. The role involves willingness to travel up to 25% domestically during critical installation and commissioning phases of projects to project sites.
- What is the work arrangement for this Project/Program Manager III role?
- This is a fully remote position. While the contract is based out of Bellevue, WA, the work itself can be performed remotely.
- What is the pay range for the Project/Program Manager III position at Actalent?
- The pay range for this contract position is $60.00 to $69.00 per hour.
- How does Actalent use AI in its hiring process for Project/Program Manager III roles?
- Actalent may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to assist in parts of the hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates for roles like the Project/Program Manager III. While AI tools help assess applications, the final hiring decisions are made by Actalent's human hiring team.
- What kind of projects will a Project/Program Manager III manage at Actalent?
- A Project/Program Manager III at Actalent will manage a variety of power deployment projects, including utility upgrades, natural gas generator installations, switchgear deployments, and air permitting across multiple states. This encompasses both temporary and permanent power solutions within a fulfillment network.
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