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
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