Director, Major Transmission Projects

aep; New Albany (OH); On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power is seeking a senior project leader to drive large-scale transmission initiatives from initiation through successful delivery. You will coordinate cross-functional teams, ensure safety, manage regulatory filings, and align with JV partners as needed.

The role requires directing project strategy, budget oversight, and contractor management to meet schedule and investment targets while maintaining strong customer and regulator relationships.

Qualifications

• Experience leading large, complex transmission projects.
• Knowledge of federal and industry regulations.
• Ability to report to executives with project metrics.
• Strong contract and commercial negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Direct project execution across multiple workstreams.
• Oversee safety program and Zero Harm initiatives.
• Report project strategy and team needs to executive leadership.
• Negotiate EPC and engineering contracts and manage stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Safety program

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder management

Contract negotiations

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

American Electric Power is seeking a senior project leader to drive large-scale transmission initiatives from initiation through successful delivery. You will coordinate cross-functional teams, ensure safety, manage regulatory filings, and align with JV partners as needed.

The role requires directing project strategy, budget oversight, and contractor management to meet schedule and investment targets while maintaining strong customer and regulator relationships.