Project Manager II

Important Application Submission InformationIn order to ensure your application is successfully received before the job posting expires, please submit your application by 11:59 PM on Wednesday, May 20, 2026More than a career - a chance to make a difference in people's lives.Build an exciting, rewarding career with us – help us make a difference for millions of people every day. Consider joining the Duke Energy team, where you'll find a friendly work environment, opportunities for growth and development, recognition for your work, and competitive pay and benefits.Project Manager II (PM-II) position has single point accountability or can be under general direction of a Project Director or Senior PM. PM-II position is responsible for management, or assisting management, of all phases of project planning and execution to ensure project success factors are met. These include but are not limited to scope, schedule, cost, quality, environmental, safety, communications, security, and integration.The position is typically assigned a portfolio of “White” or “Green” ranked projects per the Project Management Center of Excellence Risk-Informed Project Ranking Process. Higher ranked projects with greater risk may also be assigned when accompanied with an Enhanced Support and Oversight Plan (ESOP).The position is accountable for a portfolio of assigned projects with Low to Moderate levels of risk that impact various levels of the Company, Senior Management or External Agencies. PM-II’s may be assigned projects with specific risk-informed requirements based on specific experience and skill sets.PM-II’s serve as unifying agents providing leadership, decision making, management, guidance, coordination, and control of overall projects in accordance with established policies, procedures, systems, and requirements of the Company.Progression to this level is based on experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, and should align with business unit personnel needs to manage the portfolio.Basic Qualifications5 years experience and Bachelors Degreeor9 years experience and Highschool DiplomaAdditional Preferred QualificationsProficient to demonstrated Expertise in Project Management, Decision Making, Critical Thinking, and Problem SolvingProject related work experience; Risk Management, Project Leadership, Strong Collaboration, OversightUtility Business Unit Experience as determined by BU ranging from Regulated or Commercial energy services experienceConstruction Management knowledgeProficient to Expert in project related Scheduling, Cost Controls5+ years of experience managing Transmission and Distribution Projects as Project Manager5+ years of experience engineering, building, and/or maintaining Transmission systemsWorking knowledge of project scheduling, cost management, change control, and risk managementWorking knowledge and understanding of high voltage substation equipment, protection and control, SCADA, and transmission linesA resilient and positive approach to problem solving in a dynamic environment.The desire to grow into a strategic leader who can anticipate project needs and forecast risks.Adaptability and strong organizational habits to help master multitasking across diverse project requirements.A proven eagerness to continuously learn, accept constructive feedback, and master new operational processes.Working ConditionsHybrid Mobility Classification – Work will be performed from both remote and onsite locations after the onboarding period. However, hybrid employees should live within a reasonable daily commute to a Duke Energy facilitySpecific RequirementsProject Manager II may have relationships with individuals in the following organizations ranging from individual contributors to Senior Department Leadership (i.e. individual contributors up to executive management): Community Relations Corporate Communications Construction Management Development Engineering Enterprise Security Environmental, Health and Safety Finance Fuels Global Risk Management and Insurance Human Resources Legal Department Operations Quality Project Management Center of Excellence (PMCoE) Project Controls Regulatory and Compliance Stakeholder Engagement Supply Chain Others Sales/Marketing Leadership of external Suppliers/Vendors Project teams of external Suppliers/Vendors Regulatory agenciesTravel Requirements15-25%Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)NoRepresented/Union PositionNoVisa Sponsored PositionNoPlease note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications.PrivacyDo Not Sell My Personal Information (CA)Terms of UseAccessibility