Entergy Corporation
Senior Manager, Project Controls
Entergy Corporation, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States,
**This posting will be used to fill multiple vacancies.****These positions may be filled at any location within Entergy's service territory - Mississippi, Arkansas, Texas, or Louisiana.**JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSEManages project controls and supports the project team in the development and execution of capital projects to support the Path to the Premier Utility.Provides SME expertise to other Business Units from initial project development through project completion relating to items that impact the cost or performance of a project, generally relating to the integration of both the technical and commercial aspects of a project.Works closely with Business Unit contractor project control representatives to achieve capital project objectives.Ensure that the project when complete, will meet the financial and technical performance requirements outlined for the project.Continual development and training of project team members to ensure innovation and continuous improvement.Promotes safe behavior and adherence to the safety rules on the project.
JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIESImplements all Project Management Standards in the area of cost, schedule, scope, WBS, and risk and issues management for assigned projects.Performs rigorous and independent project assessments of projects within Entergy's project portfolio to ensure compliance with Entergy's SGP and project management standards; serves as a SGP Gate Reviewer.Conducts training on the Entergy SGP, project management standards/implementation guides and various project controls disciplines, such as Quantitative Risk Analysis (QRA).Assists in the performance of analysis, optimization, and reporting on Entergy project portfolio including assessments of risk associated with completing planned scopes of work according to multi-year budget plans.Works with the scheduler assigned to projects to prepare and maintain the Owner's schedule and to integrate the Owner's and all contractor's schedules into the master schedule for the project.Works with Cost Analysts assigned to projects to prepare and maintain the required cost reports and forecasts.Performs schedule analytics to determine the quality of the schedule and to perform progress assessments.Monitors and reports on compliance with schedule related contractual requirements by contractors.Validates the Estimate to Completion and Estimate at Completion forecast.Prepares contingency analysis and report on contingency status.Collaborates with the project manager and other project team members to identify, characterize and document project risks in a risk register and develops mitigation plans in accordance with the Standards.Works with the project manager and other project team members to manage the Change Management process and document clearly throughout the project lifecycle; documents and tracks approved project changes.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTSMinimum education required of the positionBachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management (or related field) OR 15 years equivalent/related work experience (in addition to the Minimum Experience requirement) in lieu of a degree.Preferred: MBA or other advanced degree.Minimum experience required of the position15+ years plus capital project development and management experience. Large, complex, utility capital project experience essential.5+ years of experience in the management and control of large, complex utility capital projects with an EPC or Engineering firm is desired.5+ years of Experience of project controls implemented on projects executed under various types of contract agreements including EPC. Both contractor and owner construction project controls experience.Minimum knowledge, skills, and abilities required of the positionLeadership skills enabling collaboration, coordination and development of assigned team members.Teamwork skills to collaborate with project teams and other departments to achieve common goals.Problem-solving skillsProven ability to find solutions to technical issues, customer service issues and other challenges that arise in the workplace.Superior communication skills to enable clear communication with customers and other employees.Clearly explain technical information to customers, team members and other employees.Listen to customers and employees to understand their needs and expectations.Technical knowledgeSuperior knowledge and experience in the field of project controls and project management.Expert in project controls and project management and construction management control fundamentals.Knowledge of the practical application of engineering and technology for utility design and construction.Application of principles, techniques and procedures to the design, construction, commissioning and operations of electric utility infrastructure.Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of utility facilities.Expert knowledge of the scheduling, cost control, and risk management.Expert knowledge of scheduling software packages and related analytics.Critical ThinkingUsing logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.Any certificates, licenses, etc. required for the positionPreferred: Certifications from PMI and/or AACEiPrimary Location:
Louisiana-Baton Rouge Louisiana : Baton Rouge || Louisiana : New OrleansJob Function : ProfessionalFLSA Status : ProfessionalRelocation Option:
No Relocation OfferedUnion description/code : NON BARGAINING UNITNumber of Openings : 2Req ID:
116159Travel Percentage : 25% to 50%An Equal Opportunity Employer, Minority/Female/Disability/Vets.EEO Statement:
The Entergy System of Companies provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. The Entergy System of Companies complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.WORKING CONDITIONS:As a provider of essential services, Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours, to work in alternate locations, and/or to perform additional duties in connection with storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company. Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties.Please note:
Authorization to work in the United States is a precondition to employment in this position. Entergy will not sponsor candidates for work visas for this position.
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JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIESImplements all Project Management Standards in the area of cost, schedule, scope, WBS, and risk and issues management for assigned projects.Performs rigorous and independent project assessments of projects within Entergy's project portfolio to ensure compliance with Entergy's SGP and project management standards; serves as a SGP Gate Reviewer.Conducts training on the Entergy SGP, project management standards/implementation guides and various project controls disciplines, such as Quantitative Risk Analysis (QRA).Assists in the performance of analysis, optimization, and reporting on Entergy project portfolio including assessments of risk associated with completing planned scopes of work according to multi-year budget plans.Works with the scheduler assigned to projects to prepare and maintain the Owner's schedule and to integrate the Owner's and all contractor's schedules into the master schedule for the project.Works with Cost Analysts assigned to projects to prepare and maintain the required cost reports and forecasts.Performs schedule analytics to determine the quality of the schedule and to perform progress assessments.Monitors and reports on compliance with schedule related contractual requirements by contractors.Validates the Estimate to Completion and Estimate at Completion forecast.Prepares contingency analysis and report on contingency status.Collaborates with the project manager and other project team members to identify, characterize and document project risks in a risk register and develops mitigation plans in accordance with the Standards.Works with the project manager and other project team members to manage the Change Management process and document clearly throughout the project lifecycle; documents and tracks approved project changes.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTSMinimum education required of the positionBachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management (or related field) OR 15 years equivalent/related work experience (in addition to the Minimum Experience requirement) in lieu of a degree.Preferred: MBA or other advanced degree.Minimum experience required of the position15+ years plus capital project development and management experience. Large, complex, utility capital project experience essential.5+ years of experience in the management and control of large, complex utility capital projects with an EPC or Engineering firm is desired.5+ years of Experience of project controls implemented on projects executed under various types of contract agreements including EPC. Both contractor and owner construction project controls experience.Minimum knowledge, skills, and abilities required of the positionLeadership skills enabling collaboration, coordination and development of assigned team members.Teamwork skills to collaborate with project teams and other departments to achieve common goals.Problem-solving skillsProven ability to find solutions to technical issues, customer service issues and other challenges that arise in the workplace.Superior communication skills to enable clear communication with customers and other employees.Clearly explain technical information to customers, team members and other employees.Listen to customers and employees to understand their needs and expectations.Technical knowledgeSuperior knowledge and experience in the field of project controls and project management.Expert in project controls and project management and construction management control fundamentals.Knowledge of the practical application of engineering and technology for utility design and construction.Application of principles, techniques and procedures to the design, construction, commissioning and operations of electric utility infrastructure.Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of utility facilities.Expert knowledge of the scheduling, cost control, and risk management.Expert knowledge of scheduling software packages and related analytics.Critical ThinkingUsing logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.Any certificates, licenses, etc. required for the positionPreferred: Certifications from PMI and/or AACEiPrimary Location:
Louisiana-Baton Rouge Louisiana : Baton Rouge || Louisiana : New OrleansJob Function : ProfessionalFLSA Status : ProfessionalRelocation Option:
No Relocation OfferedUnion description/code : NON BARGAINING UNITNumber of Openings : 2Req ID:
116159Travel Percentage : 25% to 50%An Equal Opportunity Employer, Minority/Female/Disability/Vets.EEO Statement:
The Entergy System of Companies provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. The Entergy System of Companies complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.WORKING CONDITIONS:As a provider of essential services, Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours, to work in alternate locations, and/or to perform additional duties in connection with storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company. Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties.Please note:
Authorization to work in the United States is a precondition to employment in this position. Entergy will not sponsor candidates for work visas for this position.
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