Robert Half is hiring: Power Marketing Project Manager in Bothell

About the Role

The Project Manager will lead the planning, coordination, and execution of software and infrastructure projects, managing scope, schedule, budget, risks, and vendor relationships. This role requires strong experience in power marketing, energy trading, and risk management platforms, as well as a proven track record of delivering complex IT/OT projects in the utility sector.

Responsibilities:

• Lead full RFP process with Procurement, from solicitation to contract execution
• Manage project lifecycle from initiation through cutover and stabilization
• Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, budgets, and resource allocations
• Direct vendors to ensure delivery of contracted scope, schedule, and quality
• Coordinate cross-functional teams including Power Marketing, Risk, IT, and vendors
• Oversee SIT, UAT, cutover planning, and operational readiness
• Maintain risk, issue, and change control logs; ensure compliance with regulatory standards
• Provide clear, timely reporting to stakeholders and leadership

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 10+ years of project management experience in power marketing, portfolio optimization, or ETRM platform implementations
• Proven track record managing full-cycle technology implementations, including vendor oversight and cutover
• Strong knowledge of utility power marketing operations and portfolio optimization practices
• Proficiency with Microsoft Project or equivalent tools
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Preferred:

• PMP or PMI-ACP certification
• Familiarity with utility market operations, portfolio risk analytics, and integration with forecasting systems