Job Title
Capital Project Renewable Manager
Work Place Flexibility
Onsite
Legal Entity
Entergy Services, LLC
Job Summary and Purpose
The focus of this position is to deliver real options in the form of power generation and energy storage projects that support the corporation’s stated sustainability goals of reducing carbon emissions. As required, support the development of large projects or programs of projects. Manage the delivery of projects and/or programs to which he or she is assigned, with a focus on projects that can achieve project cost and schedule objectives while achieving excellence in the areas of project safety and quality. This position is directly responsible for the management and oversight of execution stages of utility scale renewable project execution. This individual is responsible for the assembly and providing leadership needs of his/her cross‑functional team, technology understanding and experience, and building an effective relationship with key internal/external individuals‑including contractors, where applicable. Manage risks to ensure risks are identified and mitigated.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
- Develops a powerful project execution team that is focused on delivering power generation and storage projects, that can be executed safely, and that enables the enterprise to meet the stated sustainability commitments. Understands the requirements and contributions of critical team positions and that of the key stakeholders.
- Leads the project team to execute the Project in accordance with the applicable corporate standards and guidelines. Ensures that team members fulfill the responsibilities as required of their roles. Navigates the project’s execution through the Entergy Stage Gate process and supports the activities in the development stages as required (business case, estimates, schedules, gate review deliverables, etc.). Supports as requested the project team in the development of project deliverables through the internal approval process. Coordinates the activities of project stakeholders and working groups engaged in project work.
- Maintains the Project Execution Plan and executes the project in adherence with this plan. Establishes and maintains project execution documentation. Coordinates the efforts of all project participants, including consultants and contractors. Ensures previous projects’ Lessons Learned and applicable industry experience is incorporated into the project execution plan. Manages the project in line with the project budget. Implements project controls to manage scope, schedule, quality, cost, cash flow, risk, contracts and communications in accordance with the applicable corporate standard.
- Provides clear, timely and accurate project status reports for management. Prepares reports and presentations for management. Issues status reports as required. Identifies, makes timely decisions, and takes prompt action on project issues that could impact project performance. Promptly communicates issues to the next level of leadership.
- Supports the Utility and regulators in project development and viability when requested. Works closely with regulatory functions to support the requirement of receiving the necessary certifications.
- Has full understanding of the contractual aspects of projects and the need to support the creation of a contracting strategy that can be executed safely, with high quality and acceptable risk allocation – all while delivering cost and schedule certainty and maintaining expected project economic benefits. Supports contract negotiations for contracts and fulfills duties as contract manager for contracts in execution as needed.
- Promotes safe behavior, in accordance with Company expectations, and adherence to the safety rules on the project.
- This position is required to support enterprise‑wide inclusion and belonging initiatives across the project team.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field or equivalent work experience. Advanced degree preferred.
- 8+ years of experience in project management.
- Expert in project management fundamentals. Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology to power generation, including design, construction, commissioning, and operations of electrical power generating facilities. Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of power generation facilities.
- Possesses excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Desired: Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification.
EEO Statement
The Entergy System of Companies provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. The Entergy System of Companies complies with applicable state and local laws governing non‑discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. The Entergy System of Companies expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of the Entergy System of Company employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.
