Nuclear Major Projects Director: $1B+ Capital Delivery

American Electric Power Co.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 189,000 - 245,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power seeks a Director of Major Projects for Nuclear Development at the Headquarters. You will lead all project management functions for a major program with $1B+ budget, directing safety, schedule, cost, and stakeholder alignment across multi-component deliverables.

You'll oversee governance with JV partners, manage EPC or third-party resources, and report to executive leadership on project performance, risk, and regulatory compliance, while shaping the delivery strategy for

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, Project Management, Accounting, Finance.

Responsibilities

• Own overall project execution and ensure successful completion.
• Implement and oversee project safety program with Zero Harm goal.
• Develop project strategy, regulatory, procurement and budget requirements.
• Lead commercial contracting strategy and vendor agreements.
• Direct and report on project metrics to leadership.
• Build and mentor a cohesive project leadership team.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Regulatory experience

Contract negotiation

PMP certification

Education

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

Master’s degree in related field (preferred)

Job description

American Electric Power seeks a Director of Major Projects for Nuclear Development at the Headquarters. You will lead all project management functions for a major program with $1B+ budget, directing safety, schedule, cost, and stakeholder alignment across multi-component deliverables.

You'll oversee governance with JV partners, manage EPC or third-party resources, and report to executive leadership on project performance, risk, and regulatory compliance, while shaping the delivery strategy for