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Development Project Manager

PROENERGY
Houston, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 4/1/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/30/2026
About PROENERGY

PROENERGY is an engineering, R&D, and manufacturing powerhouse. The company addresses every need for fast-start power generation: turbine and package manufacturing, turnkey project execution, power purchase agreements, and asset lifecycle care for turbines and plants. Where others see impossible energy challenges, PROENERGY provides innovative aeroderivative solutions.

Our Footprint

PROENERGY delivers fast-start, dispatchable power solutions from worldwide centers for aeroderivative excellence. We are investing more than $1 billion through 2028 in infrastructure to serve our customers.

In Sedalia, Missouri, our 600,000 sq ft Center for Excellence in Manufacturing—a world-class investment in fast-start power and the only campus of its kind in the world—is growing by 40 percent.

In Houston, Texas, our 500,000 sq ft Center for Excellence in Lifecycle Care features a Level-IV depot and aero repair facility, which executes comprehensive services for aeroderivative engines under one roof.

In Kansas City, we have an office with an Engineering team that supports our sought-after solutions for turnkey projects and contracted power.

And our worldwide service centers ensure local service expertise near our customers. Our expanding service footprint includes Phoenix, Buenos Aires, New Brunswick, and additional locations in Europe, Australia, and Southeast Asia.

Our Philosophy

We take care of our people and strive to make a positive difference for the world. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits that include Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life/Disability Insurance at minimal cost to the employee, 10 paid holidays, paid time off, and a 401K plan. If you are looking for a rewarding career and possess specialized knowledge and quality-oriented problem-solving skills, we encourage you to apply today.

Position Summary

The Development Project Manager responsibilities will provide primary support and leadership to the WattBridge objective of providing power generation and data center campuses that consists of 1.5 GW’s commissioned by 2029 as part of a to be developed 5 GW portfolio. These responsibilities include identification of potential campus sites, management of related project activities and routine interaction with key stakeholders inside and outside of the organization. The candidate must have the ability to work in a team setting and handle multiple priorities and requests in a professional, courteous, and confidential manner. The candidate will bring a positive attitude and will be highly motivated with strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.

Reports To: VP Development

Work Location: Position is Houston, TX based but there is remote working flexibility

Position Responsibilities

  • Assist in identifying potential sites for projects, performing due diligence on prospective projects and market locations ensuring project infrastructure solutions are in place
  • Manage third party consultants to deliver cost effective development solutions
  • Work with local government authorities to identify requirements for site activities. Ensure proper permitting is in place for the project.
  • Work with environmental and regulatory personnel to ensure permits are obtained and regulations are met for the project
  • Develop specifications and evaluate vendor quotations for WattBridge related development activities
  • Develop and maintain detailed development project management plans
  • Interface with EPC on all activities regarding project schedule and management of the schedule
  • Establish and maintain development budgets and forecasts
  • Lead and monitor WattBridge related development activities on the jobsite
  • Assist in gathering, communicating, and monitoring information for project proforma activities

Required Qualifications

  • 5 years of project management experience
  • Up to 50% travel, if outside of Houston area
  • US work authorization is a precondition of employment. The company will not consider candidates who require sponsorship for a work-authorized visa.
  • Successful candidate will need to satisfactorily complete pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Additional Attributes

  • Results oriented
  • Creative and innovative problem solver
  • Comfortable about being uncomfortable in tackling unfamiliar areas of expertise
  • Strong leadership and influencing skills
  • Team oriented and passionate about improving the team
  • Thrives in a fast paced, dynamic environment

It is PROENERGY’s policy to provide equal opportunity in employment to all its employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, national origin, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, military status, or any other characteristic protected by State or Federal law.

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