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Project Manager, Sr Staff - CP

Date: Jun 24, 2024

Location: Beaumont, Texas, United States

Company: Entergy

Work Place Flexibility: Hybrid

Legal Entity: Entergy Services, LLC

JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE:

The Project Development - Transmission (PD-T) Senior Staff Project Manager (SPM) is a team member within the Project and Portfolio Development section of Power Delivery. Primary responsibility includes lead Project Management responsibility during early life cycle development of Transmission capital projects involving all operating companies. Project types include but are not limited to new or modified substations, protection and control, and transmission lines, transmission generator interconnects, transmission facility relocations or other modifications, transmission asset acquisitions, legacy telecom attachments, etc.

The SPM is responsible for managing a diverse portfolio of capital projects with adherence to the Stage Gate Lite, Stage Gate, ESAAP and other applicable processes. The responsibilities require the SPM to work closely with cross-functional, matrixed departments to define project objectives and business case justification, develop proposed solutions / alternatives and otherwise establish a solid foundation by which the project can be successfully executed. Specifically, the output of the engagement between the SPM and the functional department Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) is to develop detailed project scopes, establish accurate cost estimates, milestone schedules, identify constraints / risks and document and effectively communicate the applicable Stage Gate deliverables through the appropriate approval channels.

The SPM is also responsible for managing a diverse portfolio of customer and/or external requests that may led to projects. In addition to the typical internal stakeholder engagements, these projects include direct coordination with interconnection customers (IC), independent system operators (i.e. MISO), or other external Customers to discuss conceptual scopes, initiate contractual agreements, establish billing / invoicing, develop facility studies and/or complete other project deliverables that are required before a project becomes fully initiated and may administrative tasks that persist through project close-out in close partnership with Project Delivery.

JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Lead a team of project stakeholders through the early stages of the project development cycle (Stages 1 – 2) to effectively complete the required project deliverables all whilst adhering to the SG/SG-L processes and within the required timelines.

• Engage and support matrix departments including Transmission and Distribution Planning, Grid / Asset Management, Resiliency, Project Management and Engineering, Project Controls, Construction, Environmental, ROW, Telecom etc.

• Develop project scopes, milestone schedules, cost estimates, constraint / risk identification and corresponding mitigation plans, outage requirements and construction sequencing.

• Serve as the lead point of contact for assigned projects such that the stakeholders are provided an inclusive platform to collaborate and otherwise develop projects.

• Ensure that follow-up items and/or critical decisions are driven to closure and documented with appropriate incorporation into the initial project execution plan.

• Effectively communicate the project deliverables to the appropriate approval levels, as specified by the SG/SG-L processes. Lead the required Stage Gate review / approval meetings with the gate approvers that may include executive level management or corporate risk review SMEs.

• Schedule and facilitate all meetings with the relevant project stakeholders required to complete the assigned project deliverables. This includes Jurisdictional Expert Team (JET) meetings with functional SMEs, Stage Gate review / approval meetings with gate approvers, project handover meetings with the execution organization(s), impromptu project discussions, etc.

• Serve as the company representative when interfacing with external entities and/or customers on project-related matters. Such entities may include interconnection customers (IC), independent system operators (MISO), telecommunications customers, governmental agencies, wholesale, and retail customers.

• Initiate and administer various contracts and project agreements with external customers and contractors to develop projects that may impact the Transmission system. This includes but is not limited to facility study, relocation, general reimbursement, lease and other general project agreements.

• Perform ongoing billing specialist duties including creation and maintenance of applicable billing accounts that facilitate the execution of any applicable contracts. This involves timely invoicing per executed contracts (i.e. collection of pre-payments, milestone payment schedules, facility study deposits, etc.), ensuring timely payment receipt with proper application to specific project codes and ensuring timely account closure at completion of project.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum Education:

• 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.

• Preferred: Advanced Degree (Masters in Engineering, Construction, Project Management).

Minimum Experience:

• 8 years of experience in Project Management, Construction Management, Electric Utility Industry, or related field

Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Adept at performing tasks effectively with minimal oversight, seeking guidance only for complex issues.

• Exhibits advanced communication and systematic problem-solving skills.

• Full work product is expected to be presented in a polished form to internal or external audiences.

• Leads the development of System/ Business Unit level processes and procedures.

• Called upon within same workgroup to assist others based on recognized expertise.

• Demonstrates expert proficiency in project management practices (estimating, cost control, project planning, schedule creation / maintenance, risk identification / mitigation) within the Stage Gate process to effectively perform all assignments with a strong awareness of System / Business Unit objectives.

• Expert knowledge of the content criteria within the Project Execution Plan and Project Delivery System

• Demonstrates expertise within the Transmission and Distribution Electric Utility industry, Capital Projects’ role within Entergy, along with a thorough understanding of the applicable regulatory structure within the responsible footprint.

• Fully emersed within Project Management’s role in the living matrix and how the other departments / teams feed into Project Management.

• Ability to effectively lead internal project management staff, including training and development of project management team.

• Is aware of and potentially influences industry changes and advancements.

• Has advanced knowledge and ability of independently evaluating complex interplay between project outcomes and regulatory spend / closings / standards, providing informed recommendations for innovative paths forward.

• Advanced project team leader demonstrating advanced influential capability in recommending the most appropriate execution strategies to meet project and customer needs.

• Ability to influence most cost effective path within personal and team portfolios to achieve the necessary project outcomes.

• Mentors less experienced project managers with ability to coach other Business Units on Project Management processes.

• Expert knowledge of how project outcomes influence PTP Initiatives (Culture, Customer, Growth).

Any Certificates, Licenses, Etc.:

• Preferred: PMP (Project Management Professional certification) or other relevant certification e.g.: AACE, CMII, PE

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Primary Location: Texas-Beaumont Texas : Beaumont

Job Function : Professional

FLSA Status : Professional

Relocation Option: No Relocation Offered

Union description/code : NON BARGAINING UNIT

Number of Openings : 1

Req ID: 115072

Travel Percentage :25% to 50%

An Equal Opportunity Employer, Minority/Female/Disability/Vets. Please clickhere (https://jobs.entergy.com/content/EEO/?locale=en_US) to view the EEI page, or see statements below.

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.

The Entergy System of Companies expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of the Entergy System of Company employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.

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Additional Responsibilities: 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.

Entergy Pay Transparency Policy Statement: The Entergy System of Companies (the Company) will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the Company’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c). Equal Opportunity (https://www.dol.gov/agencies/ofccp/manual/fccm/2l-equal-opportunity-clauses-and-other-requirements/2l00-equal-opportunity) and Pay Transparency (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/OFCCP/pdf/pay-transp_%20English_formattedESQA508c.pdf) .

Pay Transparency Notice:

Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision (dol.gov) (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp_%20English_formattedESQA508c.pdf)

The non-confidential portions of the affirmative action program for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans shall be available for inspection upon request by any employee or applicant for employment. Please contact HRCompliance@entergy.com to schedule a time to review the affirmative action plan during regular office hours.

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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