Project Controls Manager

Entergy; The Woodlands (TX); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Entergy is seeking a Project Controls Manager to lead cost, schedule and risk deliverables for large power projects in the development phase. You will collaborate with project teams and contractors to develop estimates, support approvals, and ensure alignment with Entergy's stage gate process and controls tools.

The role includes risk assessment leadership, development of contingency estimates, supporting business case development, and mentoring Project Controls Specialists.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Construction Management, Engineering, Finance, or related field.
• 5–10 years capital project management and/or project controls experience.
• Utility capital project experience preferred.
• Superior knowledge of scheduling, cost control, and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with the project manager and other project team members to identify, characterize and document project risks in a risk register and supports mitigation plan development.
• Provides guidance in the various disciplines of project management and control by applying fundamental schedule and cost control techniques.
• Supports the development and maintenance of project schedules, plans, and Work Breakdown Structure (WBS).
• Provides analysis of contractor schedule data to identify key project issues.
• Takes direction from and provides support to project leadership to ensure the quality of cost, schedule and risk management processes.
• Work is performed in both an office setting and in field conditions.

Skills

Scheduling

Cost Control

Risk Management

Project Controls

Stakeholder Management

Education

B.S. in Construction Management / Engineering / Finance

Tools

Oracle Primavera P6

Job description

Work Place Flexibility: Hybrid

Legal Entity: Entergy Services, LLC

This role can be filled in The Woodlands, TX or New Orleans, LA

We are seeking to fill two PCM roles: One opening is for an early career high potential candidate and the second is for a more experienced PCM candidate. Experience level will determine which roles the successful candidates will fill.

Job Summary / Purpose

The Project Controls Manager leads the preparation of cost, schedule and risk deliverables for large, complex power projects in the development phase. Works with Project Team and contract partners to develop cost and schedule estimates, facilitate internal and external approvals and support preparation of regulatory and permitting applications. Works directly with Project Teams to ensure alignment with Entergy’s stage gate process and to ensure that proper project controls tools and processes are implemented.

Leads the risk assessment process to ensure project and program-specific risks are captured. Performs qualitative and quantitative risk assessment (QRA) and associated contingency estimate development and approval. Supports project business case development and lessons learned process to meet or exceed Entergy's stage gate process requirements and project management standards.

Provides direct oversight, coaching and support to Project Controls Specialist and Cost Analyst throughout project development. Integrates with and supports Project Management team as needed to ensure successful project development. Ensures comprehensive project cost, schedule, and risk controls are implemented on Entergy projects and ensures projects have reliable cost and schedule estimates. Ensures contract agreements include project controls requirements. Support process enhancement initiatives as required.

Job Duties/Responsibilities

• Collaborates with the project manager and other project team members to identify, characterize and document project risks in a risk register and supports mitigation plan development.
• Provides guidance in the various disciplines of project management and control by applying fundamental schedule and cost control techniques.
• Supports the development and maintenance of project schedules, plans, and Work Breakdown Structure (WBS).
• Provides analysis of contractor schedule data to identify key project issues.
• Takes direction from and provides support to project leadership to ensure the quality of cost, schedule and risk management processes.
• Work is performed in both an office setting and in field conditions

Minimum Requirements

Minimum Education:

• B.S. in Construction Management, Engineering Discipline, Finance, Accounting, or applicable course of study or related work experience

Minimum Experience

• 5 -10 years capital project management and/or project controls experience on large, complex capital projects with an owner, EPC or engineering firm.
• Utility capital project experience preferred.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Superior knowledge of the fundamentals of scheduling, cost control, and risk management
• Superior knowledge of scheduling software packages and related analytics
• Superior skills with spreadsheet based analysis
• Knowledge of project and construction management fundamentals
• Oracle Primavera P6

Primary Location:

Texas-The Woodlands Louisiana : New Orleans || Texas : Woodlands

Job Function

Corporate

FLSA Status

Professional

Relocation Option

No Relocation Offered

Union description/code

NON BARGAINING UNIT

Number of Openings

1

Req ID

125224

Travel Percentage

Up to 25%

An Equal Opportunity Employer, Minority/Female/Disability/Vets.

EEO Statement

The Entergy System of Companies provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. The Entergy System of Companies complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

The Entergy System of Companies expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of the Entergy System of Company employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.

Accessibility

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Additional Responsibilities

As a provider of essential services, Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours, to work in alternate locations, and/or to perform additional duties in connection with storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company. Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties.

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The non-confidential portions of the affirmative action program for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans shall be available for inspection upon request by any employee or applicant for employment. Please contact [e-mail] to schedule a time to review the affirmative action plan during regular office hours.

Working Conditions

As a provider of essential services, Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours, to work in alternate locations, and/or to perform additional duties in connection with storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company. Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties.

Please note:

Authorization to work in the United States is a precondition to employment in this position. Entergy will not sponsor candidates for work visas for this position.