Key Responsibilities
- Lead full project lifecycle execution for large capital combined-cycle projects-from FEED through engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and startup
- Own project performance across scope, schedule, budget, quality, and safety, ensuring consistent delivery of client expectations
- Direct cross-functional teams across multiple engineering disciplines, vendors, field engineering, and High Value Engineering (HVE) resources
- Drive execution strategy including planning, staffing, forecasting, and alignment of resources to meet project milestones
- Manage project controls including cost, schedule, risk, productivity, and reporting with a strong focus on predictability and accountability
- Ensure technical and commercial excellence through quality oversight, change management (MOC/ECNs), and adherence to contractual requirements
- Collaborate closely with construction and commissioning teams to ensure seamless project delivery through startup
- Build and strengthen client relationships, serving as the primary interface while identifying growth opportunities
- Lead team performance and development, including mentoring, staffing strategy, and talent development
- Drive continuous improvement in execution, processes, and coordination across global delivery teams and HVE centers
- Willingness to travel and support field activities including walkdowns and site coordination
- Ability to work effectively across office and field environments
Project Manager - Combined Cycle Power Generation
The Downers Grove office of Zachry offers a unique opportunity to join a high-growth team delivering critical infrastructure projects across the region. Supported by long-standing partnerships with major utility and industrial clients, our team works on a diverse portfolio of technically challenging, high-impact projects with strong visibility.
With consistent project volume, team members benefit from both stability and variety-gaining exposure to meaningful work while continuing to grow their careers. Our environment is fast-paced, collaborative, and empowers individuals to take ownership and make a real impact from day one.
If you're looking for a role where your work is valued and your impact is visible, the Charlotte Zachry team is the place to be.
Zachry Engineering Corporation (ZEC) is seeking a high-impact Project Manager to join our Project Management team in Downers Grove IL. This role offers the opportunity to lead complex, large-scale combined cycle power generation projects for premier clients across the energy sector. At Zachry, you'll work on technically challenging, high-visibility projects while driving execution excellence from concept through commissioning.