Director, Major Projects - Power Generation

AEP; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 189,000 - 245,000; Full time

Job summary

AEP in Shreveport, LA seeks a Director of Major Projects to lead multi-billion-dollar generation initiatives. You will own the project execution, safety, schedule, budget, and contractor relationships, with on-site leadership for the duration. Requires PMP, 10+ years in large-scale projects, and proven executive stakeholder management.

Role emphasizes regulatory alignment, risk management, and delivery of complex EPC-style work within corporate standards and a strong safety culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, Engineering, Business, Project Management, Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 10+ years of qualified experience in major construction projects, project management, portfolio management, commissioning, or related areas.
• PMP certification required.
• Valid state driver's license.
• Internal candidate consideration or related preference may apply.

Responsibilities

• 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 to achieve Zero Harm.
• Report on project strategy and team needs to Generation Executive leadership with solutions for siting, regulatory, procurement, engineering, and budgetary requirements.
• Establish project commercial contracting strategy and negotiate contracts with contractors, EPCs, and engineering firms.
• Drive integrated schedule across all workstreams and align with resource management.
• Maintain oversight of program budget and contingency; manage project execution to meet budget targets.
• Identify and manage executive risk register; mitigate project risks.
• Lead project change management and resolve disputes promptly.
• Build and mentor a cohesive project leadership team.
• Manage stakeholder relationships with utilities, regulators, landowners, contractors, and vendors.
• Ensure readiness for regulatory filings with successful hearings and approvals.
• Manage staffing, including employees, staff augmentation, and consultants/vendors.
• Deliver project safely, on schedule, within budget, and with approved investment.
• Understand technical solutions related to project work to drive team to solutions.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

PMP certification

Valid driver’s license

Job description

AEP in Shreveport, LA seeks a Director of Major Projects to lead multi-billion-dollar generation initiatives. You will own the project execution, safety, schedule, budget, and contractor relationships, with on-site leadership for the duration. Requires PMP, 10+ years in large-scale projects, and proven executive stakeholder management.

Role emphasizes regulatory alignment, risk management, and delivery of complex EPC-style work within corporate standards and a strong safety culture.