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NY · On-site

$110 - $150/hr

Lead Project Manager Company: NextEra Energy NextEra Energy Resources is one of America's largest wholesale electricity generators, harnessing diverse energy sources to power progress. We deliver ...

Lead Project Manager

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$120 - $150/hr

The Opportunity The Lead Project Manager is responsible for overseeing the development, execution, and delivery of defense projects in an organization. Technology We're the world leader in Resilient ...

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Chicago, IL · Remote

$55 - $65/hr

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Boston, MA · On-site

$112 - $168/hr

We are looking for a Senior Project Manager to define and execute the project delivery for our ... Lead the integration strategy between key systems such as HRIS, ticketing, messaging, and knowledge ...

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Lead Project Manager

Rochester, NY · On-site

$120 - $150/hr

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Brooklyn, NY · On-site

$82K - $96K/yr

Job Purpose As a Lead Program Manager, you will be responsible for direct oversight and management of projects for the Site Investigation and Remediation (SIR) department to maintain compliance with ...

Lead Project Manager

Laurel, MD · On-site

$90 - $120/hr

Posted Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 5:00 AM SpecPro Sustainment and Environmental, LLC (SSE) is seeking a Laurel, Maryland area-based Lead Project Manager to support the U.S. Secret Service campus in ...

As a Lead Project Manager, your role will consist of two parts: Project Management and Corporate/Departmental Assignments. Project Management responsibilities include: * Management of small

Lead Project Manager Plans, organizes, directs, and controls project activities required for effective management of electronic security installation projects. Coordinates with installation labor and ...

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How much do lead project manager jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for lead project manager in the United States is $113,978.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $85,000.00 and $139,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a lead project manager?

A Lead Project Manager is responsible for overseeing and coordinating all aspects of a project, ensuring it is completed on time, within budget, and meets the desired objectives. They lead project teams, manage resources, communicate with stakeholders, and address any issues that may arise during the project lifecycle. Their role involves strategic planning, risk management, and ensuring that the project aligns with organizational goals. Lead Project Managers often supervise other project managers and play a crucial role in decision-making and problem-solving throughout the project.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a lead project manager?

To thrive as a Lead Project Manager, you need expertise in project planning, budgeting, risk management, and a relevant degree or PMP certification. Proficiency with project management software like Microsoft Project, Jira, or Asana is typically required to coordinate tasks and track progress. Outstanding leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills help manage teams and stakeholders effectively. These skills are essential for delivering projects on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.

What are some common challenges lead project managers face when overseeing multiple projects simultaneously?

Lead Project Managers often juggle several complex projects at once, which can present challenges such as resource allocation, conflicting deadlines, and maintaining clear communication across diverse teams. Staying organized and prioritizing tasks is crucial to ensure that each project's goals are met without overextending resources. Additionally, they must adeptly navigate stakeholder expectations and quickly resolve issues to keep projects on track, all while fostering collaboration and maintaining team morale.

What is the difference between Lead Project Manager vs Project Coordinator?

AspectLead Project ManagerProject Coordinator
CredentialsPM certifications (PMP, CAPM), relevant experienceBasic project management knowledge, often entry-level
Work EnvironmentOversees multiple projects, strategic planningSupports project teams, handles administrative tasks
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in various industries, especially in IT, construction, engineeringCommon in corporate, non-profit, and government sectors

The Lead Project Manager typically holds advanced certifications and manages complex projects, focusing on strategic oversight. In contrast, a Project Coordinator provides support to project teams, handling administrative duties. Both roles are essential but differ in scope, responsibility, and experience required.

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Infographic showing various Lead Project Manager job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $113,978 per year, or $54.8 per hour.

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Posted 5 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Create and maintain job plans for fossil and RNG sites.

  • Lead outage planning cycles, including milestones, gates, and pre-outage readiness reviews.

  • Support planners by providing decision-making assistance to remove barriers to planning progress.


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8.4

Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

Based on 55 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Lead Project Manager

Company: NextEra Energy


NextEra Energy Resources is one of America’s largest wholesale electricity generators, harnessing diverse energy sources to power progress. We deliver tailored energy solutions that fuel economic growth, strengthen communities, and help customers achieve their energy goals. Ready to make a lasting impact? Take the next step in your career with us!


Position Specific Description

Role summary: Lead planning excellence across PGD fossil generating and RNG plants. Will drive planning deliverables as per the Major Maintenance Process including but not limited to material readiness, resource coordination, and job package readiness.


Key responsibilities

  • Creation and Maintaining Job Plans for Fossil and RNG Sites

  • Outage Planning for RNG Sites

  • Support planners by providing an appropriate level of decision making to remove barriers to Planning progress such as but not limited to accounting issues, clarity on PM sequences, etc.

  • Ensure that all major vendors work that requires bidding are identified early so that ISC can lead the bidding process

  • Participation in vendor walkdowns and ensure consistency

  • Outage planning and readiness: Lead outage planning cycles (milestones, gates, critical path, pre-outage readiness reviews), ensure materials, tooling, vendors, and logistics are in place

  • Coach planners on planning best practices and use of CMMS/EAM tools.


Preferred Qualifications

  • 5+ years maintenance planning, outage planning experience in power generation or heavy industrial environments; fossil plant experience preferred

  • Strong CMMS/EAM proficiency (e.g., SAP, Maximo or equivalent) and work management processes

  • Demonstrated ability to plan complex, multi-craft jobs and coordinate vendors/OEMs

  • Solid understanding of mechanical/electrical/instrumentation work on fossil plant systems (boilers, valves, pumps, heat exchangers, turbine/generator auxiliaries, balance-of-plant)

  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management across sites and functions


Key competencies:
Planning rigor and attention to detail, decisive prioritization, vendor/OEM coordination, analytical problem-solving, safety-first mindset, collaboration and coaching, continuous improvement orientation


Travel:
Regional travel to supported sites as needed (approx. 25%, depending on outage schedule)


Location: Position will be based at the Palm Beach Gardens, FL office, Regional (multi-site support across assigned fossil plants) is required. Consideration to be based out of one of the sites will be determined by candidate's experience and the needs of the business unit.


Reporting:
Central Maintenance Planning General Manager


Job Duties & Responsibilities

  • Oversees a variety of large-scale projects of high complexity

  • Develops detailed work plans, schedules, project estimates, resource plans, and status reports

  • Secures required resources and uses formal processes and tools to manage resources, budgets, risks and changes

  • Conducts project meetings and is responsible for project tracking and analysis

  • Identifies issues and challenges, measures and validates results, and implements solutions

  • Provides expert information to internal and external clients on complex issues

  • Creates and communicates presentation materials for report out and updates with various levels of internal and external stakeholders

  • Conducts external research and stays abreast of new developments or innovative advancements pertaining to the project

  • Provides coaching, leadership and direction to project team

  • Performs other job-related duties as assigned


Required Qualifications

  • High School Grad / GED

  • Bachelor's or Equivalent Experience

  • Experience: 6+ years


Preferred Qualifications

  • Master's Degree

  • Project Management Professional (PMP)


NextEra Energy offers a wide range of benefits to support our employees and their eligible family members.


Employee Group: Exempt
Employee Type: Full Time
Job Category: Project Management
Organization: NextEra Energy Project Management, LLC
Relocation Provided: Yes, if applicable


NextEra Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, age, national origin, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetics, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law.


NextEra Energy provides reasonable accommodation in its application and selection process for qualified individuals, including accommodations related to compliance with conditional job offer requirements, consistent with federal, state, and local laws. Supporting medical or religious documentation will be required where applicable and permitted by applicable law. To request a reasonable accommodation, please send an e-mail to recruiting-coordinator.sharedmailbox@nexteraenergy.com , providing your name, telephone number and the best time for us to reach you.


NextEra Energy will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.


NextEra Energy does not accept any unsolicited resumes or referrals from any third-party recruiting firms or agencies. Please see our policy for more information.



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Nearest Secondary Market: Miami

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