Construction Manager

TXU Energy; Irving, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Vistra Corporate Services Company in Irving, Texas seeks a Construction Manager to lead field activities from ground-breaking to commercial operation for diverse energy projects, including thermal, solar, and storage. You will oversee the EPC contractor to ensure safe, on-time, and on-budget delivery in line with design specs and Vistra standards.

The role requires extensive experience in power sector project management, strong contract and budget handling, and coordination with engineers and

Qualifications

• 6+ years of power generation or energy industry experience in project management.
• 10+ years in construction management on large power plant projects.
• Knowledge in quality standards (ANSI, ACI, NEC, etc.).
• Ability to manage large contract scopes.
• Experience interpreting EPC contracts and coordinating with main contractor.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of construction project at the site, including budgets and schedules.
• Prepare cost estimates, budgets, and work timetables for scope not in EPC contract.
• Interpret EPC contract and work with main contractor through commercial operation.
• Report progress and budgets to management using standard processes.
• Collaborate with engineers, contractors and operations staff on site.
• Review and approve monthly invoices from the EPC contractor.
• Respond to delays and emergencies and coordinate RFIs with Owner’s Engineers.
• Ensure compliance with safety codes and regulations.
• Assist with plant turnover activities with operations staff.

Skills

Construction management

Budgeting & scheduling

Contract management

Safety compliance

Stakeholder communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College degree or certifications

Job description

## Construction ManagerApply: Irving, Texas: Full time: Posted Today: 40016599If you have what it takes to become part of the Vistra family and would like to start a promising career with a global leader, take a look at the exciting employment opportunities that are currently available and apply online.**Job Summary**The Construction Manager is responsible for all field related issues of Vistra's construction projects, from breaking ground to commercial operation, which includes thermal, solar, energy storage, and other renewable technologies Vistra may develop. The Construction Manager will be responsible for oversight of the EPC contractor during all aspects of the project to ensure safe, on-time and on-budget project completion in accordance with design specifications and Vistra fleet standards. The Construction Manager will be responsible for all field related issues for the project from breaking ground to commercial operation. The Construction Manager will be responsible for oversight of the EPC contractor during all aspects of the project and ensure all Vistra responsibilities are met on schedule during construction.**Job Description**## Key Accountabilities•Manage all aspects of construction project at the project site including budgets and schedules. Ensure all safety protocols and procedures are followed and maintained.•Prepare cost estimates, budgets, and work timetables for any scope of work not included in the EPC contract•Interpret and understand the main EPC contract and technical information to work with main contractor through commercial operation•Report work progress and budget matters to management via standard processes and procedures•Collaborate with engineers, contractors and the operations team at site (if applicable)•Work with main EPC contractor to understand schedule and justify percent complete•Understand and approve monthly invoices from the EPC contractor for payment. Communicate with executive management using weekly and monthly reports•Respond to work delays, emergencies, and other problems and coordinate with Owner’s Engineers to answer any RFI’s from the contractor•Comply with legal requirements, building and safety codes, and other regulations•Work with operations staff for plant turnover## Education, Experience, and Skill Requirements•6+ years of power generation, construction or equivalent energy industry experience, prior experience in a project management•10+ Years in Construction Management in large power plant projects•Knowledge in Quality Standards (ANSI, ACI, NEC, etc.)•Ability to manage large contract scope•High school diploma or equivalent•Experience gained through college degree programs and/or certifications is applicable to above skills## ## Key Metrics•Utilize sound judgement and construction expertise to understand key deliverables in the EPC contract and interface directly with contractor on all contract needs including working with the EPC contractor to ensure the project is on schedule and under budget•The position will require the ability to manage and coordinate multiple groups of the project from operations staff to the Owner’s Engineer (OE) to ensure all deliverables are met•Manage OE to coordinate drawing reviews and RFIs•Manage and negotiate all change orders to remain within budget**Job Family**Engineering Services**Company**Vistra Corporate Services Company**Locations**Irving, TexasTexas