Project Manager

Entergy Corporation; The Woodlands (TX); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Entergy Mississippi is seeking a strategic Project Manager of Resource Planning to help lead and advance EML’s generation strategy in support of customer growth, system reliability, affordability and sustainability goals. This role requires strong leadership and the ability to work with shifting priorities across regulatory and procurement processes.

The position emphasizes stakeholder management, regulatory knowledge, and collaboration with internal and external partners to deliver robust,

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Economics or Business required.
• 5+ years experience in project management or resource planning.
• Experience in supply planning or resource planning preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, PowerPoint and MS Project.

Responsibilities

• Support EML’s supply planning activities including project management support.
• Help lead EML’s Integrated Resource Planning process.
• Collaborate with Power Development, System Planning and others for timely, cost-effective generation.
• Support EML’s resource procurement processes including RFPs.
• Design and drive complex project plans with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Economics or Business

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Microsoft Project

Job description

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Company: Entergy

Job Title: Project Manager

PS Job Title: Project Manager

Work Place Flexibility: Hybrid

Legal Entity: Entergy Mississippi, LLC

Job Summary:

Entergy Mississippi is seeking a strategic Project Manager of Resource Planning to help lead and advance EML’s generation strategy in support of customer growth, system reliability, affordability and sustainability goals. The position is responsible for supporting EML’s long-term resource planning efforts, supporting resource procurement strategies and leading efforts related to EML’s future generation portfolio. This position requires strong leadership, self-direction and an ability to work with rapidly shifting priorities.

Job Responsibilities:

Support EML’s supply planning activities including providing project management support

Help to lead EML’s Integrated Resource Planning process

Collaborate with Power Development, System Planning and other groups to ensure timely and cost-effective generation solutions

Support EML’s resource procurement processes including requests for proposals (RFPs)

Perform other duties as assigned to meet evolving business and industry needs

Design, and drive complex project plans and teams with cross-functional engagement internal and external to the company

Oversee and monitor the execution of assigned projects, plans, and relevant stakeholders (internal/external)

Build and strengthen internal and external relationships and trust

1. Strategic Thinking & Business Acumen

Ability to align resource planning with broader business objectives and regulatory requirements

2. Stakeholder Management & Influence

Advanced skills in managing diverse stakeholder interests, including regulatory bodies, internal teams, and external partners

3. Regulatory & Compliance Knowledge

Familiarity with FERC, NERC, state-level, and MISO rules & regulations affecting resource planning and procurement

Ability to ensure compliance in all planning and procurement activities

Openness to emerging technologies and process improvement methodologies

5. Sustainability & Environmental Stewardship

Knowledge of sustainability frameworks and environmental impact assessment

Ability to integrate sustainability goals into resource planning

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Minimum education required of the position:

Preferred: Degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Economics or Business

Minimum experience required of the position:

5+ years experience relevant focus areas

Preferred Experience:

Experience in supply planning, integrated resource planning, resource adequacy processes and transaction support

Minimum knowledge, skills and abilities required of the position:

Project Management Experience.

Excellent verbal and written skills.

Strong analytical skills

Expresses self well in groups and in one-on-one conversations.

Proficiency in analytical technical tools: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project Management.

Primary Location: Texas - WoodlandsTexas : Woodlands
Job Function: Corporate
FLSA Status: Lead
Relocation Option:
Union description/code:
Number of Openings: 1
Req ID: 125346
PS Job Title: Project Manager
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:Entergy provides reasonable accommodations for online applicants. Requests for a reasonable accommodation may be made orally or in writing by an applicant, employee, or third party on his or her behalf. If you are an individual with a disability and you are in need of an accommodation for the recruiting process.

Preferred Experience: Experience in supply planning, integrated resource planning, resource adequacy processes and transaction support

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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.

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.