Senior Major Projects Director for Global Generation

AEP Service Corporation; Kentucky; On-site; USD 189,000 - 245,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary incentives

401(k)

Pension

Health insurance

Vacation

Educational assistance

Job summary

AEP Service Corporation is seeking a Major Project Director to lead a high‑stakes generation project with budgets over $1 billion. You will direct all PM functions, oversee safety, scheduling, cost, and commercial performance, while coordinating with EPCs and contractors on site for the duration of the project.

The role demands strong leadership, extensive project controls experience, and the ability to manage stakeholder relationships across utilities, regulators, and vendors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 10 years of qualified experience in major construction, project management, or related fields.
• PMP certification required and valid state driver's license.
• Experience with project controls, contracts, and negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and direct project execution to complete assigned major project successfully.
• Implement and monitor safety programs to achieve zero harm.
• Report project strategy, needs, and performance to generation leadership.

Skills

PMP certification

Project management

Leadership

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, business, project management, accounting, or finance

Job description

AEP Service Corporation is seeking a Major Project Director to lead a high‑stakes generation project with budgets over $1 billion. You will direct all PM functions, oversee safety, scheduling, cost, and commercial performance, while coordinating with EPCs and contractors on site for the duration of the project.

The role demands strong leadership, extensive project controls experience, and the ability to manage stakeholder relationships across utilities, regulators, and vendors.