Major Projects Director: Lead $1B+ Capital Delivery

American Electric Power; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 189,000 - 245,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power is seeking a Major Project Director to lead a multi-billion dollar program. You will direct all project management functions across components, ensure safety, schedule, and budget adherence, and report to executive leadership.

The role requires coordinating with EPCs, JV partners, regulators, and stakeholders to deliver on time and within investment targets. Qualified candidates will have a Bachelor's degree and 10+ years in major construction or project management, with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, Project Management, Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 10+ years of qualified experience in major construction or project management.
• PMP certification required.

Responsibilities

• Own overall project execution including directing, guiding, and overseeing project management functions.
• Implement and oversee project safety program to achieve Zero Harm.
• Report on project strategy and team needs to Executive leadership with solutions for siting, regulatory, procurement, engineering and budgetary needs.
• Establish project contracting strategy and negotiate agreements with contractors, EPC, and engineering firms.
• Lead executive governance with JV partners as required.
• Drive integrated schedule across all workstreams and align resources.
• Manage program budget and contingency to meet targets.
• Identify and mitigate project risks and maintain risk register.
• Lead project change management and resolve disputes.
• Build and mentor a cohesive project leadership team.
• Manage stakeholder relationships with utilities, regulators, landowners, and contractors.
• Ensure readiness for regulatory filings leading to approval and NCC.

Skills

PMP certification

Leadership

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

American Electric Power is seeking a Major Project Director to lead a multi-billion dollar program. You will direct all project management functions across components, ensure safety, schedule, and budget adherence, and report to executive leadership.

The role requires coordinating with EPCs, JV partners, regulators, and stakeholders to deliver on time and within investment targets. Qualified candidates will have a Bachelor's degree and 10+ years in major construction or project management, with