Dist Design Project Coord - Sr

AEP Service Corporation; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 88,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

AEP Service Corporation in Corpus Christi, TX is seeking a resource coordination professional to align distribution line and telecom component requirements with the work plan. You will ensure design packages meet specs and are delivered on time within budget, while coordinating with contracting firms and internal teams.

Responsibilities include pre-design meetings, onboarding, storm resource tracking, and billing, plus training for contractors on AEP systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (ABET accredited preferred), Business Administration, Construction Management, or equivalent education with 3 years' related experience.
• Associate's degree in electrical/electronic technology or related technical degree and 5 years' experience in design and/or construction of distribution facilities.
• Minimum of 7 years' experience in design and/or construction of distribution facilities without a degree.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all resource requirements for the distribution line and telecom components within the work plan.
• Ensure work order packages meet specifications and are delivered on time within budget.
• Interface with contracting firms and all departments for distribution design and related activities.
• Coordinate pre-design meetings, onboarding, customer concerns, storm assessment resource tracking, and billing.
• Review contractor work orders for accounting, materials, and forms; monitor contractor billing.
• Assist with contractor issues between construction and engineering and with customer concerns.

Skills

Coordination

Contract management

Training

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

ABET accredited Engineering degree

Business Administration degree

Construction Management degree

Electrical/Electronic technology degree

Tools

DDS

Smart Sheet

Job description

Job Summary

Responsible for coordinating all resource requirements associated with the distribution line and telecommunications components in the applicable work plan. Ensure all work order packages are designed to specifications and delivered on time within the budget. Responsible for interfacing with contracting firms and all departments associated with distribution design. Coordinate activities associated with pre-design meetings, on-boarding, customer concerns, storm assessment resource tracking, and billing.

Job Description

What You'll Do:

• With limited assistance, ensure work order design meets minimum specifications outlined in the AEP Distribution Standards Manual along with associated work order documents.
• Attend/Coordinate pre-design meetings with contracting firm, PMO, engineering, R/W, forestry and line.
• Provide detailed AEP software training for contractors such as DDS, Smart Sheet, Storms, etc.
• Review contractors work order packages for accurate accounting, material, and required forms.
• Coordinate r/w easement, permit application processes between right of way agents and contractors.
• Monitor and review contractor billing.
• Assist with any issues between construction and engineering contractors.
• Assist with customer related concerns/complaints.
• Assist with storm assessment contract resource training, billing, and coordination.

What We Are Looking For:

Education and experience requirements are listed below:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (ABET accredited preferred), Business Administration, Construction Management, or equivalent education with 3 years' of related experience OR
• Associate's degree in electrical/electronic technology or related technical degree and 5 years' experience in design and/or construction of distribution facilities, OR
• Minimum of 7 years' experience in design and/or construction of distribution facilities without a degree.

Required License(s)/Certification(s)

• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license.
• Must meet all vehicle operation requirements as designated by federal and/or state law.

Physical demand

Ability to walk to remote locations in dense fauna and traverse inclines. Travel requirement expected: > 50% of the time. Ability to handle multiple distribution projects of variable complexity.

What You'll Get:

In addition to a competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.

Company Overview

Where Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do!

At 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 Data

Compensation Grade: SP20-007

Compensation Range: $87,633.00 - $128,688.00

Physical Demand Level

The 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. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. When required by law, we might record certain information or applicants for employment may be inv