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Job Title: Manager Capital Projects

Work Place Flexibility: Onsite

Legal Entity: Entergy Services, LLC

*Please note this position to be filled in Port Arthur, TX or Lake Charles, LA.*

Eventual transition full time in 2025 into the field at a project in Port Arthur, TX. Time TBD

JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE:

Assisting in the management ofsingle large projects or programs of projects that typically have a segmentation rating of 3 or 4 (greater than $30 million), or any project supportive of an Engineering Procurement and Construction (EPC) Contracting Strategy. Manages the development and delivery of a capital project or program to which he or she is assigned and focuses on the achievement of project cost and schedule objectives while achieving excellence in the areas of project safety and quality. Provides direct management and support to Project Team members throughout the project lifecycle. Works closely with business unit contractor representatives to achieve Capital Project organization objectives. Accountable for execution of the Entergy Project Delivery Standard on all assigned projects with a matrixed team of subject matter experts (“SME”) including, but not limited to, construction, project controls, engineering, environmental, right of way, supply chain, distribution, finance, Governance and Oversight, legal, maintenance, operations, consultants, and executive leaders to ensure projects are executed with cost and schedule certainty. Report and present large capital project status on a regular basis to business unit and corporate level executives.

JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Promotes safe behavior and adherence to the safety rules on the project. Leads the project team to establish leading indicators and proactive requirements to ensure safety is considered in all aspects of design and implementation for contractors, Entergy project team members, and the end user. Ensures contract scope of work includes safety deliverables/requirements as needed.

• Defines the project organization structure required for the project and identifies the technical skills required to achieve project goals. Works with appropriate Entergy management to assign appropriately skilled individuals to the Project Team. Assists in the preparation and execution of contracts and approves requisitions, change orders, etc. and processes invoices as required. Fulfills role of 'Contract Manager' or as Owner's representative as otherwise defined in the project contracts and administer contracts. Issues formal correspondence to Contractors.

• Leads the project team to develop and execute the Project in accordance with the applicable corporate standards, guidelines, policies, and processes. Ensures that team members fulfill the responsibilities as required of their roles. Navigates the project through the Entergy Stage Gate Process (SGP) and coordinate activities to meet the requirements of Entergy's SGP and associated deliverables (estimates, schedules, gates, deliverables, etc.).

• Directs the project team and contributes to the development of project deliverables (Project Execution Plan (PEP), contracting strategy, cost estimates, schedules, risk register, reports, etc.). Coordinates the activities of project stakeholders and working groups engaged in project work.

• Contract manager for large EPC contracts and multiple supporting subcontracts. Monitors contractor(s) performance in project safety, scope, schedule, cost, quality of work, contract change request and compliance with contractual requirements.

• Develops and maintains the PEP and executes the project in adherence to 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 PEP. Manages the project to achieve the project budget and baseline schedule. Ensures project controls are implemented for effectively managing project scope, schedule, quality, cost, cash flow, risk, contracts, change management and communications in accordance with the applicable corporate standards.

• Provides clear, timely and accurate project status reports for management. Prepares reports and presentations to management. Prepares and issues status reports as needed. Identifies, makes timely decisions, and takes prompt action on project issues that could impact project performance. Promptly communicates issues to the next level of leadership that are outside the authority or capability to resolve.

• Coordinates with all corporate functional departments as required to achieve the requirements of the applicable corporate standards and to achieve project budget and timeline including Finance, Legal, Operations, and Supply Chain. Turns over completed project equipment/systems to Operations with all documentation, training, and instructions.

• Serves as a departmental SME and mentors other Project Managers, Sr. Project Managers and team members in the project team and Capital Projects organization.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum education required of the position

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field or equivalent work experience.

• Preferred advanced degree

Minimum experience required of the position

• 10+ years’ experience in Generation

• At least 10 years’ experience in large capital project management desired.

• Field Experience is preferred

Minimum knowledge, skills and abilities required of the position

• History of safe performance, active safety involvement and participation and strong desire for a safer workplace.

• Experience with reviewing, executing, and managing large EPC contracts.

• Knowledge of processes and key performance indicators for capital projects process planning and asset management.

• Strong contract negotiation, conflict resolution, problem solving, team building, interpersonal and group communication skills.

• Demonstrated history of Planning\Organization\Time Management skills.

• Project risk identification, mitigation, and management skills.

• Ability to influence and motivate others.

• Ability to make “quick” decisions calmly while evaluating multiple options.

• Applies understanding of how the team relates to other closely related teams to improve efficiency of own business unit.

• Written report and presentation skill proficiency.

• Strong computer skills and proficient in Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel & Outlook, Power Point).

Any certificates, licenses, etc. required for the position

• Desired: PMP Certification

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Primary Location: Texas - Port Arthur Texas : Port Arthur || Louisiana : Lake Charles

Job Function : Professional

FLSA Status : Professional

Relocation Option: Level I

Union description/code : NON BARGAINING UNIT

Number of Openings : 1

Req ID: 116529

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 EEO 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.

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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) .

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

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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.

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