Executive Director, Major HV Transmission Projects

American Electric Power Co.; Corpus Christi (TX); Hybrid; USD 189,000 - 245,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Bonus

Long Term Incentive

401K

Pension

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Job summary

American Electric Power Co. is seeking a Director of Major Projects to lead large transmission initiatives with budgets from $1B to $10B. You will be the single point of accountability for safety, schedule, cost, regulatory compliance, and stakeholder alignment across cross-functional teams and contractors.

Responsible for project governance, commercial contracting strategy, and executive reporting. Travel up to 50% and leadership of a high-performance project team are required for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, Project Management, Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Ten years of qualified experience in major construction projects, project management, portfolio management, commissioning, project controls, and related areas.
• PMP certification is required.
• Valid driver's license; willingness to travel up to 50%.

Responsibilities

• Own overall project execution for large transmission projects, directing PM functions to successful completion.
• Implement and oversee project safety program to achieve Zero Harm.
• Report to Transmission Executive leadership on strategy and team needs with solutions for siting, regulatory, procurement, and budget.

Skills

PMP certification

Executive communication

Leadership

Risk assessment

Travel readiness

Education

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

Master's degree in related field (preferred)

Job description

American Electric Power Co. is seeking a Director of Major Projects to lead large transmission initiatives with budgets from $1B to $10B. You will be the single point of accountability for safety, schedule, cost, regulatory compliance, and stakeholder alignment across cross-functional teams and contractors.

Responsible for project governance, commercial contracting strategy, and executive reporting. Travel up to 50% and leadership of a high-performance project team are required for success.