Director, Capital Projects Generation | Generation Engineering

APS (Arizona Public Service); Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 170,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation and benefits

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Arizona Public Service (APS) seeks a Director of Capital Projects in the Generation Engineering division to lead a portfolio of capital replacement and retrofit projects across our non-nuclear fleet. The role requires strategic leadership, deep PM expertise, and a track record of delivering complex projects on time and within budget.

You will oversee design, engineering support, and project management, while ensuring adherence to environmental, NERC, and WECC standards.

Qualifications

• Four-year degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Construction Engineering, PM or related field.
• Ten years in engineering, construction or PM roles.

Responsibilities

• Influences and directs capital projects across non-nuclear generation fleet.
• Develops and manages fleet-wide goals and strategies.
• Plans, evaluates and aligns programs with business objectives.
• Oversees multiple PM and contract teams and budgets.
• Maintains compliance with budget estimates and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Regulatory knowledge

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction/PM or related field

Job description

Arizona Public Service generates reliable, affordable and clean energy for 2.7 million Arizonans. As the state's largest and longest-serving energy provider, our more than 6,000 dedicated employees power our vision of creating a sustainable energy future for Arizona.

Summary

Join us inARIZONAas the Director of Capital Projectsin our Generation Engineering division, where you'll lead complex, multi-disciplinary capital replacement and retrofit projects across our non-nuclear Generation fleet. This high-impact role is ideal for a strategic leader with extensive project management experience, deep technical knowledge, and a proven ability to drive results. From initial conceptualization to final closure, you will oversee every project aspect, ensuring alignment with technical, budgetary, and regulatory standards while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.

What Your Day Looks Like:

• Team Leadership:Leading a diverse team of project managers, engineers, and technical professionals, setting strategic direction and fostering an environment of accountability and excellence.
• Project Oversight:Directing design, engineering support, and project management efforts to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget, in compliance with environmental, NERC, and WECC regulatory standards.
• Budget & Compliance Management:Overseeing budget allocation, contract compliance, and quality assurance to meet organizational goals and drive long-term value.
• Change & Leadership Development:Championing change management initiatives, mentoring managers, and cultivating a culture that embraces growth, transformation, and development across all project teams.

What We Offer:

• Impactful Leadership Role:Shape the future of our Generation Engineering division with opportunities for transformation and growth.
• Collaboration with Experts:Work with cross-functional teams, enhancing your leadership and industry expertise.
• Competitive Compensation & Benefits:Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that recognizes and rewards your contributions.

Key Qualifications:

• Extensive experience leading large-scale capital projects in an engineering or power generation environment
• In-depth knowledge of project management principles, regulatory standards, and engineering best practices
• Proven leadership skills, with a strong ability to drive accountability, mentor teams, and champion growth and change initiatives
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and strategic problem-solving abilities

Minimum Requirements

• A four-year Bachelors degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Construction Engineering, Project Management and/or other directly related field from an accredited college or university
• Plus ten (10) years experience in engineering, construction management, project management and/or other directly related field.
• In lieu of bachelors degree, combination of college coursework and/or experience in engineering, construction management, project management and/or other related field equaling 14 years.
• Five (5) years experience in supervisory/management positions.

Preferred Special Skills, Knowledge, or Qualifications:

• Certified Construction Manager (CCM) designation, Project Management Professional (PMP) certification and/or Risk Management Professional (RMP) certification.
• Experience planning, executing, and managing a high volume of low to high complex and impactful retrofit and replacement projects in support of a diverse generation fleet.
• Experience negotiating contracts.
• Experience in directing multi-discipline teams.

Major Accountabilities

1) Influences and sets direction of capital projects within the non-nuclear generation fleet. Directs all stages of planning, engineering, and construction to successfully execute a high volume of low to high complex and impactful retrofit projects in to ensure the continued reliability of existing power generation capacity.
2) Develops and manages the achievement of long-term and short-term goals that have fleet-wide impact. Implements strategies, initiatives, and objectives to support the mission to provide reliable and cost-effective service to new and existing customers.
3) Plans, evaluates, and recommends strategies, programs, policies and processes that align and support the overall business objectives.
4) Oversees multiple project management and contract teams. Selects and develops a high performing team through effective coaching, performance management and feedback, rewards and recognition, and training and development opportunities.
5) Full authority for the development and management of the department and project budgets. Tracks and reports project costs and adherence to project estimates. Initiates actions in cases of deviations.

Export Compliance / EEO Statement

This position may require access to and/or use of information subject to control under the Department of Energy's Part 810 Regulations (10 CFR Part 810), the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) (15 CFR Parts 730 through 774), or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) (22 CFR Chapter I, Subchapter M Part 120) (collectively, 'U.S. Export Control Laws'). Therefore, some positions may require applicants to be a U.S. person, which is defined as a U.S. Citizen, a U.S. Lawful Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), a Political Asylee, or a Refugee under the U.S. Export Control Laws. All applicants will be required to confirm their U.S. person or non-US person status. All information collected in this regard will only be used to ensure compliance with U.S. Export Control Laws, and will be used in full compliance with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of national origin and other factors. For positions at Palo Verde Nuclear Generating Stations (PVNGS) all openings will require applicants to be a U.S. person.

Pinnacle West Capital Corporation and its subsidiaries and affiliates ('Pinnacle West') maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment. It is our policy to provide equal opportunity in all phases of the employment process and in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. This policy of nondiscrimination shall include, but not be limited to, recruiting, hiring, promoting, compensating, reassigning, demoting, transferring, laying off, recalling, terminating employment, and training for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, disability, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other classification or characteristic protected by law.

For more information on applicable equal employment regulations, please refer to EEO is the Law poster. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of every person hired to work in the United States, refer to E-Verify poster. View the employee rights and responsibilities under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA).

In compliance with the Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988, the Company is committed to a work environment that is free from the effects of alcohol and controlled substances, and free from the abuse or inappropriate use of prescribed and over-the-counter medications. The Company requires employees to be subject to drug and alcohol testing that is job-related and consistent with business necessity, regulatory requirements and applicable laws.

Hybrid:

Employees in hybrid roles work both in their home offices (virtually) and alongside their colleagues (in person).

In order for employees to build strong relationships and to promote meaningful in-person interactions, hybrid employees are expected to work about 40% of their time in-person at an APS or other (non-home office) location.

• Employees are expected to reside in Arizona (or New Mexico for Four Corners-based employees).
• Working from a home office requires adequate technology and an appropriate ergonomic set up.
• Role types are subject to change based on business need.