Director Major Projects

AEP Service Corporation; New Albany (OH); On-site; USD 189,000 - 245,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base Salary

Annual Bonus

Long Term Incentive

401K

AEP Pension

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Job summary

AEP Service Corporation in New Albany, OH, is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead large transmission initiatives. You will own execution across safety, schedule, cost, regulatory compliance, and stakeholder alignment, directing cross-functional teams to deliver high‑voltage infrastructure on time and within budget.

The role requires a PMP credential, 10+ years of relevant experience, and ability to travel up to 50%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, Project Management, Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Ten (10) years of qualified experience across major construction projects, project management, portfolio management, commissioning, and contract negotiations.
• PMP certification required.
• Willingness to travel typically up to 50%.
• Experience with Regional Transmission Organizations such as PJM, MISO, SPP, or ERCOT preferred.
• Experience with environmental filings and regulatory processes.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee project management functions to successfully complete assigned projects.
• Implement and oversee project safety program aiming for Zero Harm.
• Report strategy and team needs to Transmission Executive leadership.
• Establish project contracting strategy and negotiate EPC and engineering agreements.
• Lead executive governance with JV partners as required.
• Drive integrated schedule across all workstreams and align with resource management.
• Maintain program budget and contingency; manage execution to targets.
• Identify and manage executive risk and develop mitigations.
• Lead change management and resolve disputes before escalation.
• Build and mentor a cohesive project leadership team.
• Manage stakeholder relationships with utilities, RTOs, regulators, landowners, and contractors.
• Ensure readiness for regulatory filings with hearings and approvals.
• Staffing management including employees, staff augmentation, and consultants/vendors.
• Deliver projects safely, on schedule, and within approved investments.
• Apply technical solutions to drive team to effective outcomes.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

PMP certification

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, Project Management, Accounting, Finance, or related field

Master's degree in Business, Engineering, Project Management, Accounting, Finance, or related field (preferred)

Job description

Job Posting End Date10-10-2026Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.Job SummaryResponsible for leading and delivering large, complex transmission projects with budgets ranging from $1 billion to $10 billion. Serves as the single point of accountability for project safety, schedule, cost, regulatory compliance, commercial performance, stakeholder alignment, and overall execution. Oversees cross-functional teams, contractors, and third-party partners to ensure successful delivery of high-voltage transmission infrastructure projects. Provides executive-level reporting, drives project strategy and decision-making, ensures compliance with federal and industry regulations, and builds strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to achieve project goals and customer satisfaction.Job DescriptionWhat You'll Do:Own overall project execution including directing, guiding, and overseeing project management functions to successfully complete assigned project.Implement and oversee project safety program, monitor performance and address issues as they arise in an effort to achieve Zero Harm.Responsible for reporting on project strategy and team needs to Transmission Executive leadership. Report to include solutions for siting, regulatory, procurement, engineering, construction and budgetary requirements.Responsible for establishing project commercial contracting strategy and negotiate project contractor, EPC, and engineering agreements.Leads executive governance with JV partners as required.Drives integrated schedule across all workstreams and directs alignment with resource management.Maintains oversite of program budget and contingency. Manages project execution to meet budgetary targets.Identifies and manages executive risk register. Develops solutions to mitigate and minimize exposure to project risks.Leads project change management. Resolves disputes before need of escalation.Builds and mentor a trusting and cohesive project leadership team resulting in an effective and highly productive team.Manages stakeholder relationships by interfacing with utilities, RTOs, regulators, landowners, and contractors.Ensures readiness for regulatory filings measured by successful project hearings resulting in approval and grant of Certificate of Convenience and Necessity.Manage all staffing aspects including employees, staff augmentation, and consultants/vendor management.Manages construction and delivers project safely, on schedule, and within approved investment.Have an understanding and experience with technical solutions related to specifics of the project work to drive team to solutions.What We're Looking For:Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, Project Management, Accounting, Finance, or related field of study dependent on business unit requirementsTen (10) years of qualified experience, including work in two or more of the following areas: major construction projects, project management, portfolio management, commissioning, project controls, commercial nuclear power plant, fossil generation, and contract negotiationsExperience must exhibit progressive levels of responsibility and accomplishment, highly proficient level of business acumen, and demonstrated effective leadership skillsPMP certification requiredValid state driver's licenseFlexible to travel as required (typically up to 50%, with potential for extended travel or temporary relocation during critical project phases).Preferred Experience:Master's in Business, Engineering, Project Management, Accounting, Finance, Construction Management, or related field of study dependent on business unit requirements preferred.345–765 kV transmission projects including project management, engineering, or construction oversightUnderground, HVDC, or submarine workDirect SupervisionExecutive communication and report outsContracting/ Commercial StrategyCoordination/ Experience with Regional Transmission Organizations– such as PJM, MISO, SPP, or ERCOT, including competitive projectsCoordination with State Utility Commissions including major State applicationsSignificant Environmental applications such as USACE, USFWS, NEPAStrategic planning and project risk assessment/mitigation expertise.Proven ability to develop employees for success in current and future roles.Strong conflict management, active listening, delegation, and decision-making skills.Effective at constructively challenging assumptions and differing viewpoints.High energy, resilience, and tenacity when navigating complex challenges.Committed to continuous improvement, process optimization, and driving organizational excellence.Strong questioning mindset with the ability to identify opportunities and implement improvements.Experienced working across office, construction, utility, power generation, transmission, distribution, telecom, and nuclear environments.Able to safely perform site inspections, including walking uneven terrain, climbing ladders, and maintaining awareness of hazardous conditions.Dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of safety, operational effectiveness, and regulatory compliance.Other Considerations:Internal candidate consideration: Two (2) years of experience as a Project Manager Staff, Project Manager Staff Senior, or Director Projects is preferred, or demonstrated competencies, knowledge and skillset through achieved results in a shorter timeline.Where You'll Work:New Albany, OHWhat You’ll Get:Base SalaryAnnual BonusLong Term Incentive401KAEP PensionComprehensive Benefits PackageAt AEP, we’re more than just an energy company — we’re a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you!Compensation DataCompensation Grade:SP20-012Compensation Range:$188,524.00 - $245,080.00The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. 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