Project Manager - Capital Projects

Entergy•The Woodlands, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position executes project scrubs for assigned projects across the Entergy Enterprise. The Project Manager conducts subject matter expert (SME) interviews, collaborates with project teams to develop initial hypotheses and required analyses, presents PowerPoint materials during problem-solving sessions, and creates fact-basis presentations. The role works with Scrub Execution to facilitate scrub workshops and helps estimate the potential value of opportunities generated during workshops. It is accountable for producing quality deliverables within established timeframes to maintain the scrub schedule. The selected candidate will be placed as a Project Manager, Project Manager, Sr, or Project Manager, Sr Lead, based on education, experience, and demonstrated success at the Project Manager level. The preferred locations are The Woodlands, Texas; New Orleans, Louisiana; or Jackson, Mississippi, though other Entergy locations may be considered. Work is performed in an office setting and in field conditions, and the position requires 25% to 50% travel. The role may require additional hours, alternate work locations, or additional duties during storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations deemed necessary by the company.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related field, or four years of equivalent or related work experience in addition to the minimum experience requirement in lieu of a degree.
Project Manager: at least 2 years of experience in Project Management, Construction Management, the Electric Utility Industry, or a related field.
Project Manager Sr: at least 4 years of experience in Project Management, Construction Management, the Electric Utility Industry, or a related field.
Project Manager, Sr Lead: at least 6 years of experience in Project Management, Construction Management, the Electric Utility Industry, or a related field.
History of safe performance, active safety involvement and participation, and a strong desire for a safer workplace.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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, a service-minded approach, and ability to act as a trusted advisor.
Authorization to work in the United States; the company will not sponsor work visas.

Nice To Haves

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.

Responsibilities

Review and analyze project documentation to develop initial hypotheses about potential value levers.
Identify SMEs in conjunction with Scrub Execution and conduct interviews.
Work with project teams, SMEs, and Scrub Execution to refine hypotheses.
Present PowerPoint materials during problem-solving sessions and create fact-basis presentations for workshop discussions.
Identify workshop participants in conjunction with Scrub Execution.
Consolidate ideas generated in workshops and work with project teams to estimate value, capital headroom, and enablers.
Coordinate with functional departments to meet applicable corporate standards and guidelines.
Identify, communicate, and promptly address project issues that could affect project performance.
Assist Scrub Execution with project-team follow-up to ensure ideas are implemented.
Capture lessons learned for each project scrub and share best practices in conjunction with Scrub Execution.
Promote safe behavior and adherence to project safety rules.
Deliver quality work within established timeframes to maintain the scrub schedule.