Project Manager - Capital Projects

Entergy; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Entergy is seeking a Project Manager to execute project scrubs across the enterprise, interviewing SMEs, developing hypotheses, and presenting fact-based analyses. The role involves facilitating workshops, sizing value opportunities, and ensuring timely, high-quality deliverables in both office and field settings.

The candidate should have 2+ years in project management (Sr roles 4+; Lead 6+), a degree in engineering or related field (or equivalent experience), and strong communication,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or related field OR 4 years of equivalent/related work experience (in addition to Minimum Experience requirement) in lieu of degree.
• Project Manager: 2+ years of experience in Project Management, Construction Management, Electric Utility Industry, or related field
• Project Manager Sr: 4+ years of experience in Project Management, Construction Management, Electric Utility Industry, or related field
• Project Manager, Sr Lead: 6+ years of experience in Project Management, Construction Management, Electric Utility Industry, or related field

Responsibilities

• Review and analyzes project documentation to develop initial hypotheses on potential value levers.
• Identifies SMEs in conjunction with Scrub Execution and conducts interviews.
• Leverages project team, SMEs and Scrub Execution to refine hypotheses.
• Present PowerPoint during problem solving sessions and create fact basis in preparation for workshop discussions.
• Identifies workshop participants in conjunction with Scrub Execution.
• Consolidate ideas generated from workshop and works with project team to estimate value, capital headroom and enablers.
• Coordinates with all functional departments as needed to achieve the requirements of the applicable corporate standards and guidelines.
• Identifies, communicates, and takes prompt action on project issues that could impact project performance.
• Assist Scrub Execution with project team follow up to ensure ideas are implemented.
• Capture lessons learned in conjunction with Scrub Execution for each project scrub and share best practices
• Promotes safe behavior and adherence to the safety rules on the project.
• Work is performed in both an office setting and in field conditions.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Presentation skills

Microsoft Office

Cross-functional leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Project management software

Job description

Job Summary/Purpose

This position is responsible for executing project scrubs for assigned projects from across the Entergy Enterprise. Conducts SME interviews and works with project team to develop initial hypotheses and required analyses. Present PowerPoint during problem solving sessions and create fact basis presentation. Works with Scrub Execution to facilitate scrub workshops. Assists with sizing potential value of workshop-generated opportunities. Accountable for ensuring quality deliverables within established timeframes to maintain scrub schedule.

Job Duties/Responsibilities

• Review and analyzes project documentation to develop initial hypotheses on potential value levers.
• Identifies SMEs in conjunction with Scrub Execution and conducts interviews.
• Leverages project team, SMEs and Scrub Execution to refine hypotheses.
• Present PowerPoint during problem solving sessions and create fact basis in preparation for workshop discussions.
• Identifies workshop participants in conjunction with Scrub Execution.
• Consolidate ideas generated from workshop and works with project team to estimate value, capital headroom and enablers.
• Coordinates with all functional departments as needed to achieve the requirements of the applicable corporate standards and guidelines.
• Identifies, communicates, and takes prompt action on project issues that could impact project performance.
• Assist Scrub Execution with project team follow up to ensure ideas are implemented.
• Capture lessons learned in conjunction with Scrub Execution for each project scrub and share best practices
• Promotes safe behavior and adherence to the safety rules on the project.
• Work is performed in both an office setting and in field conditions.

Minimum Requirements

Minimum education required of the position.

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or related field OR 4 years of equivalent/related work experience (in addition to Minimum Experience requirement) in lieu of degree.

Minimum experience required of the position.

Project Manager: 2+ years of experience in Project Management, Construction Management, Electric Utility Industry, or related field

Project Manager Sr: 4+ years of experience in Project Management, Construction Management, Electric Utility Industry, or related field

Project Manager, Sr Lead: 6+ years of experience in Project Management, Construction Management, Electric Utility Industry, or related field

Minimum knowledge, skills, and abilities required of the position.

History of safe performance, active safety involvement and participation and strong desire for a safer workplace.

Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Possess excellent presentation skills.

Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and project management applications, processes, software and equipment.

Knowledge of project management principles and effective estimating practices.

Understanding of Industry Best Practices.

Demonstrated cross-functional project leadership experience, team performance skills, service mindset approach, and the ability to act as a trusted advisor.