Dist Design Project Coord - Sr

American Electric Power Co.; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 88,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power Co. is seeking a Dist Design Project Coord - Sr to coordinate resource requirements for distribution line and telecom components in the work plan.

You will ensure design packages meet specifications and are delivered on time within budget, interfacing with contractors and multiple internal teams. The role requires coordinating pre-design meetings, tracking storm resources, and efficient billing and training for contract resources.

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 with 5 years’ experience in design/construction of distribution facilities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate design for distribution line and telecom components in work plans.
• Ensure work order packages meet specifications and are delivered on time within budget.
• Interface with contracting firms, PMO, engineering, right of way, and other departments.
• Coordinate pre-design meetings, onboarding, customer concerns, storm resource tracking, and billing.
• Review contractor work packages for accuracy in accounting, materials, and forms.
• Assist with storm assessment contract resource training and billing.

Skills

Coordination

Project management

Design review

Contractor liaison

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Associate’s degree in technical field

Tools

DDS

SmartSheet

Job description

Dist Design Project Coord - Sr### Dist Design Project Coord - SrApply: Corpus Christi, TX: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: November 4, 2026 (7 days left to apply): R20255**Job Posting End Date**11-04-2026Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.**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 lineProvide detailed AEP software training for contractors such as DDS, Smart Sheet, Storms, etc.* Review contractors work order packages for accurate accounting, material, and required formsCoordinate r/w easement, permit application processes between right of way agents and contractorsMonitor and review contractor billing* Assist with any issues between construction and engineering contractors* Assist with customer related concerns/complaintsAssist 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) are listed below:* 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 timeAbility 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.**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!cal demand: ability to walk to remote locations in dense fauna and traverse inclines.Travel requirement expected: > 50% of the timeAbility to handle multiple distribution projects of variable complexity.**Compensation Data****Compensation Grade:**SP20-007**Compensation Range:**$87,633.00 - $128,688.00The 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. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.