Deputy Project Manager

At PIC Group, Inc., our emphasis is on excellence. We recruit the strongest candidates in the power generation industry. As a global service provider, we continually seek talented individuals.

Title: Deputy Project Manager – Power Plant Conversion

Position Type: Contract

Location: Alliquippa, PA

Reports to: Project Director

Status: Exempt

Key Project Requirements

• 10 years of EPC project management experience in large-scale power generation projects.
• Expertise in coal-to-gas conversions, steam cycle modifications, and BOP upgrades.
• Must have experience managing EPC contracts, large-scale budgets, and contractor performance.
• Proven ability to lead large teams, drive project schedules, and resolve on-site challenges.
• Strong understanding of power plant safety regulations, permitting, and environmental compliance.
  
  

Job Summary

PIC Group is seeking a Deputy Project Manager to support the execution of a 2,700 MW coal-fired to natural gas power plant conversion. Reporting to the Senior Project Manager, the Deputy Project Manager will assist in overseeing project execution, ensuring compliance with schedule, budget, safety, and quality requirements. The ideal candidate will have 10 years of EPC project experience, a strong background in power generation projects, and the ability to assume leadership responsibilities in the absence of the Project Manager.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Support the Senior Project Manager in overseeing engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) execution.
• Monitor project schedules, budgets, and milestones, ensuring alignment with contractual and financial targets.
• Coordinate with engineering, construction, procurement, and commissioning teams to ensure seamless project execution.
• Track project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies to prevent delays or cost overruns.
• Manage contractor performance, change orders, and scope modifications, ensuring contract compliance.
• Enforce safety, environmental, and quality control standards, ensuring adherence to OSHA, NFPA, ASME, IEEE, API, and EPA regulations.
• Serve as the acting Project Manager when required, ensuring continuity of leadership and decision-making.
• Assist in preparing project reports, stakeholder updates, and risk management assessments.
  
  

Job Requirements

• Strong understanding of EPC project execution, including scheduling, budgeting, risk management, and contractor coordination.
• Experience managing power plant conversions, retrofits, or large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Familiarity with contract negotiation, change order management, and subcontractor oversight.
• Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, ensuring efficient communication between engineering, construction, and regulatory teams.
• Knowledge of power plant safety, permitting, and environmental compliance.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to proactively address project risks and challenges.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with experience in client and contractor coordination.
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit for prolonged periods and perform computer work daily.
• Ability to walk job sites and ascend/descend ladders/stairs as needed.
  
  

Education / Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, or related field) preferred, but equivalent work experience will be considered.
• Master’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or Business Administration (preferred).
• PMP certification and/or Professional Engineer (PE) License (preferred).
• 10 years of experience in EPC project management for large-scale power generation projects.
• OSHA-30 certification preferred.
  
  

PIC Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We offer competitive wages and benefits. We seek out and employ talented individuals who meet the qualifications for each position. Due to the large number of responses we receive to our postings, only those applicants with the required experience and qualifications will be contacted.