Project Manager II

Important Application Submission Information In 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, 2026. More 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) PM-II position has single‑point accountability or can be under general direction of a Project Director or Senior PM. The role is responsible for management, or assisting management, of all phases of project planning and execution to ensure project success factors are met. These include 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 by an Enhanced Support and Oversight Plan (ESOP). PM-II is accountable for a portfolio of assigned projects with low to moderate 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 Qualifications 5 years experience and Bachelors Degree 9 years experience and Highschool Diploma Additional Preferred Qualifications Proficient to demonstrated expertise in Project Management, Decision Making, Critical Thinking, and Problem Solving Project related work experience; Risk Management, Project Leadership, Strong Collaboration, Oversight Utility Business Unit experience as determined by BU ranging from Regulated or Commercial energy services experience Construction Management knowledge Proficient to Expert in project related Scheduling, Cost Controls 5+ years of experience managing Transmission and Distribution Projects as Project Manager 5+ years of experience engineering, building, and/or maintaining Transmission systems Working knowledge of project scheduling, cost management, change control, and risk management Working knowledge and understanding of high voltage substation equipment, protection and control, SCADA, and transmission lines A 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 Conditions Hybrid Mobility Classification – Work will be performed from both remote and onsite locations after the onboarding period. Hybrid employees should live within a reasonable daily commute to a Duke Energy facility. Specific Relationships 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 agencies Travel Requirements 15–25% travel Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable) Not Represented/Union Position Not Visa Sponsored Position Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications. #J-18808-Ljbffr Duke Energy