Capital Project Manager – Infrastructure

AES US•Indianapolis, IN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The AES Corporation (NYSE: AES), a Fortune 500 company, is a leader in the global energy revolution, operating in 14 countries and committed to shaping the future through innovation and collaboration. Recognized by Fast Company as one of the Top Ten Best Workplaces for Innovators in 2022 and certified as a Great Place to Work, AES is dedicated to its people and groundbreaking ideas. As the #1 global company in renewable energy sales to corporations, with $12.7B in revenues in 2023, AES provides electricity to 25 million customers worldwide and is committed to meeting the Paris Agreement's goals by 2050, driving rapid global decarbonization with innovative solutions like 24/7 carbon-free energy for data centers. This role is for a Capital Project Manager – Infrastructure, specifically a Project Manager II within the Utility & Infrastructure team, located in Indianapolis, IN. The Capital Project Manager will independently manage large-scale transmission, distribution, and infrastructure projects, overseeing results from planning through construction. This position is central to the PMO and crucial for delivering projects that enhance capacity, reliability, and long-term system needs.

Requirements

3–7 years of experience managing capital construction projects.
Utility, infrastructure, or data center experience preferred.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast‑paced environment.
Bachelor’s degree required.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Experience with SAP and Oracle P6 strongly desired.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred.
PMP preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage multi‑million‑dollar capital projects ($5M–$50M+) with full accountability for scope, schedule, budget, and risk.
Develop and maintain integrated project plans, schedules, cash flows, and risk registers.
Coordinate internal and external stakeholders to ensure construction milestones and outages are executed safely and on time.
Lead procurement planning, scope development, bid evaluations, and contract administration.
Track and forecast project costs; provide detailed monthly reporting for PMO and leadership.
Identify risks early and drive mitigation strategies.
Support mentoring and development of junior PMs.
Participate in PMO process improvement and lessons‑learned initiatives.