Entergy · 2 weeks ago
Project Management, Senior Manager (Capital Projects)
New Orleans, LA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
10+ years expEntergy is a provider of essential services, and they are seeking a Senior Manager for Project Management in Capital Projects. This role involves managing large-scale projects, ensuring project cost and schedule objectives are met, and providing expert advice to project teams.
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Responsibilities
Defines the project organization structure required for the project and identifies the technical skills required to achieve project goals; works with the appropriate Entergy management to assign appropriately skilled individuals to the project team
Coordinates with all functional departments as needed to achieve the requirements of the applicable corporate standards and guidelines
Coordinates and oversees activities of the project team and navigates the project through the Entergy Stage Gate process to meet the requirements of Entergy's SGP and associated deliverables (estimates, schedules, gates, etc.)
Develops and maintains the Project Execution Plan (PEP) and executes the project in adherence with this plan
Ensures project controls are implemented for effectively managing project scope, schedule, quality, cost, cash flow, risk, contracts, and communications in accordance with the applicable corporate standards
Fulfills role as the 'Contract Manager' or the 'Owner's Representative' as defined in the project contract. Administrates the contract and issues formal correspondence to Contractors in accordance with corporate standards and guidelines
Promotes safe behavior and adherence to the safety rules on the project; ensures contract scope of work includes safety deliverables/requirements as needed
Monitors contractor performance in the area of project safety, schedule, cost, quality of work and compliance with contractual requirements
Identifies, communicates, and takes prompt action on project issues that could impact project performance
Provides clear, timely and accurate project status reports and presentations for management
Delivers projects with cost and schedule certainty; manages and controls costs; identifies and mitigates risks
Turns over completed project equipment/systems to the owner with all necessary documentation, training and instructions
Work is performed in an both an office setting and in field conditions
Qualification
Required
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
10 years of experience in Project Management, Construction Management, Electric Utility Industry, or related field
Subject Matter Expert in project and construction management fundamentals and complicated project problem resolutions
Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology to transmission lines and substations
History of safe performance, active safety involvement and participation and strong desire for a safer workplace
Supervisory Experience with direct reports or in a matrix organization
Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and project management applications, processes, software and equipment
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
Knowledge of Effective Estimating Practices
Ability to perform field walkdown observations/inspection on foot across moderate to rough terrain
Ability to lift 40 pounds
Preferred
Advanced Degree Preferred - MBA, Masters in Engineering, Construction, Project Management
PMP (Project Management Professional certification)
Advanced Degree
Company
Entergy
At Entergy (NYSE: ETR), we power life.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
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$1.3B2025-03-17Post Ipo Equity· $1.3B
1985-05-03IPO
Leadership Team
Drew Marsh
Chair and Chief Executive Officer
John O. Hudson III
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