Entergy Corporation

Capital Projects Manager (Renew)

Entergy Corporation • $110K — $130K *
New Orleans, LA 70119In-Person
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field; Master's degree preferred.
  • 10+ years' experience managing capital projects in power generation or utilities.
  • Strong familiarity with EPC contracts and managing large-scale capital projects.
  • Expertise in project controls and earned value management (EVM).
  • Proficient in advanced scheduling using Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project, including risk management.

Responsibilities

  • Promote safety and establish leading indicators for design and implementation.
  • Define project organization and identify technical skills needed for success.
  • Support procurement processes including evaluations and vendor negotiations.
  • Lead project teams to ensure adherence to corporate standards and guidelines.
  • Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies for projects.
  • Oversee the development of the Project Execution Plan (PEP).
  • Maintain project controls and provide timely status updates to stakeholders.

Benefits

  • Onsite work flexibility across multiple site locations.
  • Opportunity to lead large-scale innovative capital projects in renewable energy.
  • Engagement with diverse teams and stakeholders, fostering a collaborative work environment.
  • Focused on continuous improvement and professional development within project management.
Full Job Description
Job Title: Capital Projects Manager (Renew)

PS Job Title: Capital Projects Manager (Renew)

Work Place Flexibility: Onsite

Legal Entity: Entergy Services, LLC

**Please note this position may be filled at multiple site locations within Entergy's Territory**

**This posting will be used to fill multiple vacancies.**

JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE:

The Capital Project Manager within the Power Generation (PGEN) Project Management Organization leads the planning, development, and execution of large capital projects across Entergy's generation fleet, with a focus on solar, battery energy storage systems (BESS), and capacity-uprate initiatives. This role is responsible for delivering complex, multi-disciplinary projects safely, on schedule, and within approved budgets while ensuring technical quality, strong stakeholder alignment, and compliance with all regulatory and corporate requirements.

JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Promote safe behavior and adherence to safety rules; lead the team to establish leading indicators so safety is considered in all aspects of design and implementation.
  • Defines the project organization structure required for the project and identifies the technical skills required to achieve project goals.
  • Supports procurement activities including bid evaluations, vendor selection, and negotiation of project contracts.
  • Lead the project team to develop and execute assignments in accordance with the applicable corporate standards, guidelines, policies, and processes. Ensures that team members fulfill the responsibilities as required of their roles.
  • Conduct risk identification and mitigation planning, including cost, schedule, technical, environmental, and regulatory risks.
  • Direct development and oversight of the Project Execution Plan (PEP).
  • Coordinate with functional departments to achieve corporate standards and budget/timeline requirements. Turn over completed equipment/systems to Operations with documentation, training, and instructions.
  • Navigates the project through the Entergy Stage Gate Process (SGP) and coordinate activities to meet the requirements of Entergy's SGP deliverables including Project Execution Plans, cost estimates, project schedules, risk registers, and lessons learned.
  • Acts as Contract Manager for large EPC contracts and other contractual agreements. Monitors contractor(s) performance in project safety, scope, schedule, cost, quality of work, contract change request and compliance with contractual requirements.
  • Maintains strong project controls, including progress tracking, change management, and timely reporting to leadership and stakeholders.
  • Provide clear, timely, and accurate status reports and presentations. Identify issues that could impact performance; make timely decisions and escalate matters beyond authority promptly.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors, contractors, and internal stakeholders; negotiate contracts; oversee procurement and vendor selection; monitor contractor performance to ensure quality and adherence to expectations.
  • Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement; mentor project managers and team members; use project management tools/technology to organize, track, and report progress; communicate plans, progress, and results to stakeholders including senior leadership; coordinate handoffs and process alignment across departments.


MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum education required of the position
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field or equivalent work experience.
  • Master's degree in Engineering, Project Management, or Business Administration preferred.


Minimum experience required of the position
  • 10+ years' experience managing capital projects in power generation, utilities, industrial facilities, or related sectors.
  • 10+ years of experience in large-scale capital project management 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.
  • Planning/Organization/Time Management skills
  • Project risk identification, mitigation, and management skills.
  • Ability to influence and motivate others.
  • Written report and presentation proficiency; strong computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
  • Proficiency with project controls and earned value management (EVM); ability to interpret cost reports and performance metrics.
  • Advanced scheduling skills using Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project.
  • Experience with quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC), commissioning/turnover, and change management.
  • Willingness and ability to travel to plant and project sites as needed.


Any certificates, licenses, etc. required for the position

Desired: PMP (Project Management Professional) certification

Primary Location: Louisiana-New Orleans Texas : The Woodlands || Arkansas : Little Rock || Louisiana : New Orleans || Mississippi : Jackson
Job Function: Corporate
FLSA Status: Professional
Relocation Option: No Relocation Offered
Union description/code: NON BARGAINING UNIT
Number of Openings: 1
Req ID: 124376
PS Job Title: Capital Projects Manager (Renew)
Travel Percentage:25% to 50%

About Entergy Corporation

Entergy Corporation is an integrated energy company engaged primarily in electric power production and retail distribution operations. Entergy owns and operates power plants with approximately 30,000 megawatts of electric generating capacity, including nearly 10,000 megawatts of nuclear power.

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Learn more about Entergy Corporation
Size
1,357 employees
Market Cap
$23.1 billion
Industry
Energy & Utilities
Net Income
$1.4 billion
Founded
1913
5 Year Trend
+1.6%
Revenue
$10.1 billion
NASDAQ
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