Project Manager, Power Development

Entergy • The Woodlands, TX

16h • Onsite

About The Position

The primary responsibilities of this position include (1) managing the Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO) transmission interconnection request program for new or existing gas and clean generation projects, and (2) project development of new or existing gas generation projects that support Entergy’s stated reliability, sustainability and growth goals. The project manager will manage MISO interconnection requests by compiling, submitting and managing all interconnection requests through issuance of the Generator Interconnection Agreement (GIA) with a focus on achieving reliable and affordable outcomes. The project manager will also manage the development and delivery of projects to which they are assigned, with a focus on achieving project cost and schedule objectives while also achieving excellence in project safety and quality. This position is directly responsible for the management and oversight of all front-end loading stages of project development and effective hand-off to an execution project team. This project manager is responsible for assembling and providing leadership needs of the cross-functional project team, technology understanding and experience, and building an effective relationship with key internal & external individuals.

Requirements

• PM - Bachelor's degree & 0-3 project management experience; or, in lieu of degree, 5 years of project management experience
• Sr PM - Bachelor's degree & 3 years of project management experience in solar and/or energy storage origination and development; or, in lieu of degree, 7 years of project management experience in solar and/or energy storage origination and development
• Proficient in project management fundamentals.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of the practical application of industry standard design principles, techniques and procedures for the design, construction, commissioning, and operations of solar generation and energy storage facilities.
• Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of power generation facilities.
• Authorization to work in the United States is a precondition to employment in this position.

Nice To Haves

• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification

Responsibilities

• Promotes safe behavior, in accordance with Company expectations, and adherence to the safety rules on the project.
• Compile and manage to completion all transmission interconnection requests with MISO, including new interconnection requests and other hybrid requests (e.g., surplus interconnection, generator replacement, etc.). Communicate interconnection request status to affected stakeholders.
• Serve as the company subject matter expert on MISO’s transmission interconnection process.
• Monitor and report on the current and forecasted credit exposure associated with MISO interconnection requests.
• Organize and lead project teams to develop and execute utility scale power generation projects in accordance with the applicable corporate standards and guidelines. Ensures team members fulfill the responsibilities as required of their roles. Navigate the project through the Entergy Stage Gate Process (SGP) and coordinate activities to meet the requirements of Entergy's SGP and associated deliverables (business case, estimates, schedules, gate review deliverables, etc.). Understands the requirements and contributions of critical team positions and that of the key stakeholders
• Serves as the commercial lead with full understanding of the contractual aspects of projects and the need to create a contracting strategy with an acceptable risk allocation –while delivering cost and schedule certainty and maintaining expected project economic benefits. Lead contract negotiations.
• Develops and maintains the Project Execution Plan and execute the project in adherence with this plan. Establishes and maintains project documentation. Coordinates the efforts of all project participants, including consultants and contractors. Ensures previous projects' Lessons Learned and applicable industry experience is incorporated into the project execution plan. Manages the project in line with the project budget. 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.
• Provides clear, timely and accurate project status reports for management as required. Prepares reports and makes presentations to management. Promptly communicates issues to the next level of leadership.
• Understands the roles of the Utility and regulators in project development and viability. Works closely with the regulatory functions to support the requirement of receiving the necessary certifications.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level