Senior Project Manager - Energy & Gas Projects at Hernandez Consulting and Construction – Princeton, West Virginia

Senior Project Manager – Energy & Gas Projects
Location: Princeton, West Virginia (On-site)
Company: Hernandez Consulting & Construction and TNT Biofuels LLC / TNT Hydrogen
About Us:Hernandez Consulting & Construction, TNT Biofuels, and TNT Hydrogen are pioneering clean hydrogen and carbon black production using modular gasification plants powered by refuse coal. Our mission is to transform distressed communities—beginning in Southern West Virginia—by creating high-wage, sustainable careers while producing clean electricity and fuels for data centers and industrial operations.

We are seeking a Senior Project Manager with a strong background in energy infrastructure—specifically natural gas and hydrogen projects—to lead the development and execution of our first large-scale modular plant located in Princeton, WV.Key Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end project management for clean hydrogen and energy generation facilities, from pre-construction through commissioning and operations.
• Oversee engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) partners, ensuring timelines, budgets, and quality benchmarks are met.
• Manage site development, permitting, and utility interconnections, coordinating with local, state, and federal agencies.
• Coordinate with internal departments and consortium partners for project reporting, logistics, and risk management.
• Monitor construction progress, manage contractors, and provide executive updates.
• Enforce safety, compliance, and environmental standards in accordance with federal and state energy regulations.
• Ensure integration of carbon capture technologies, syngas and natural gas turbine systems, and modular facility designs.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field; advanced

degree preferred.

• 10+ years of project management experience in the energy sector—preferably with hydrogen, syngas, or natural gas facilities.
• Direct experience managing $100M+ industrial or infrastructure projects.
• Knowledge of gasification technologies, combined cycle generation, and carbon capture systems strongly preferred.
• Proven ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams, including EPC firms, contractors, and internal stakeholders.

• Strong understanding of energy permitting, environmental compliance, and regional utility coordination.
• Ability to travel between Southern West Virginia and New Orleans, LA
• PMP certification preferred.

Preferred Attributes:

• Familiarity with modular plant construction and distributed energy generation.
• Experience working with public-private partnerships and community development initiatives.
• Desire to contribute to regional workforce development and apprenticeship programs.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short/long-term disability
• Opportunity to be a key leader in a first-of-its-kind clean energy project
• Supportive team culture focused on innovation, sustainability, and community impact

Hernandez Consulting & Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination.