NRG Energy

Contractor Projects Coordinator

NRG Energy • $80K — $95K *
La Porte, TX 77571In-Person
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Baccalaureate degree in an Engineering or related technical discipline or 5 years of equivalent experience
  • Comprehensive understanding of power plant systems and operations
  • Proven skills in effective verbal and written communication
  • Ability to analyze and interpret technical drawings and specifications
  • Experience with resource scheduling using TRACK and SAP software

Responsibilities

  • Lead safety and environmental compliance initiatives within the plant
  • Coordinate maintenance, outage, construction, and capital project activities
  • Develop and execute project plans while tracking budgets and performance metrics
  • Communicate project status and readiness at all organizational levels
  • Support continuous improvement efforts and employee development through effective teamwork

Benefits

  • Access to professional development and training opportunities
  • Opportunities for collaboration with cross-functional teams
  • Involvement in continuous improvement initiatives
  • Potential for overtime and flexible working hours
  • Support for safety and emergency response initiatives
Full Job Description
FUNCTIONAL AREA: Power Plant Services

TITLE: Contractor Coordinator

JOB SUMMARY

I. Duties & Responsibilities

Include, but are not limited to the following:
  • Provides leadership and accountability for safety, environmental compliance, and regulatory adherence in all assigned activities.
  • Supports and emphasizes the importance of safety and environmental programs and ensures compliance with all regulatory requirements.
  • Promotes a strong safety culture through active participation in field observations, risk assessments, incident investigations, and corrective action development.
  • Supports emergency response activities and severe weather preparedness initiatives.
  • Ensures company resources are utilized in a safe, responsible, and cost-effective manner.
  • Develops and executes plans to accomplish maintenance, outage, construction, capital project, and plant improvement activities.
  • Coordinates interfaces between Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, contractors, vendors, and support organizations.
  • Plans work activities, assembles resources, and ensures effective execution of assigned projects and outage scopes.
  • Coordinates outage scope development, work prioritization, schedules, resource requirements, and readiness reviews.
  • Tracks project and outage milestones, budgets, risks, schedules, and performance metrics.
  • Reviews and provides input on changes to work plans, schedules, and resource allocations.
  • Supports budget preparation and monitors budget compliance.
  • Ensures contractor and vendor activities support plant objectives, responsibilities, and contractual agreements.
  • Approves contractor expenditures and service-provider invoices as required.
  • Ensures constructability reviews are performed for applicable projects and modifications.
  • Provides guidance and support for maintenance, reliability, outage, and capital project activities.
  • Reviews drawings, specifications, procedures, scopes of work, and technical reports.
  • Develops scopes of work and supports evaluation of contractor proposals and technical solutions.
  • Leads or participates in cross-functional teams, outage teams, project teams, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Gains cooperation and action from individuals not under direct supervision through collaboration and influence.
  • Communicates information effectively to all levels of the organization regarding project status, outage readiness, equipment issues, and work progress.
  • Collects and analyzes data to develop reports, presentations, metrics, graphs, charts, and recommendations.
  • Monitors equipment health, reliability trends, and plant performance indicators to identify improvement opportunities.
  • Supports Asset Integrity and Strategic Maintenance initiatives and long-term asset planning activities.
  • Evaluates equipment performance and develops recommendations to improve reliability, availability, and maintainability.
  • Leads or participates in troubleshooting, root cause analyses, failure investigations, and corrective action development.
  • Incorporates lessons learned, maintenance analysis findings, and industry best practices into maintenance and outage strategies.
  • Supports run-repair-replace evaluations and long-term asset management decisions.
  • Initiates and participates in continuous improvement planning and implementation within assigned areas of responsibility.
  • Recognizes problems and proactively develops and implements solutions.
  • Supports employee development through teamwork, communication, accountability, engagement, and technical knowledge sharing.
  • Develops and maintains positive working relationships with plant personnel, contractors, vendors, and support organizations.
  • Monitors goals, objectives, and initiatives supporting reliability, operational excellence, and outage readiness.
  • May be required to direct the work activities of others.


II. Requirements

A. Knowledge/Skills
  • Understanding and ability to use TRACK and SAP for optimizing resource loading and scheduling
  • Basic understanding of the processes, systems, assets, resources, key personnel, and business functions of the SBU
  • Knowledge of power plant systems and operation consistent with level of responsibility
  • Demonstrated ability to operate effectively in a team environment
  • Ability to effectively communicate (verbal and written) at all levels of the organization
  • Ability to establish and maintain a positive and professional working relationship with all individuals
  • Demonstrated sound business skills necessary to accomplish assigned tasks
  • Ability to use a personal computer and standard business software
  • Ability to perform as a team member or leader in a cross-functional team environment and achieve consensus decisions
  • Ability to read, create and follow written policies and procedures
  • Ability to read, write and understand English
  • Ability to understand and interpret drawings and specifications in area of responsibility
  • Knowledge of and ability to apply industry and NRG standards and codes in area of responsibility
  • Ability to use basic math and algebra to perform calculations
  • Comprehensive working knowledge of construction/maintenance practice and procedures
  • Knowledge of the bargaining unit agreement (CBA)
  • Knowledge of applicable safety and environmental regulations


B. Education/Experience

Minimum of Baccalaureate degree in an Engineering or related technical discipline from an accredited college or university, or 5 years of equivalent experience in a related field

C. Competencies

In addition to NRG core behavioral competencies, demonstrates the following:
  • Uses and maintains technical and professional knowledge and shares knowledge with others.
  • Applies new technologies and industry best practices in a cost-effective manner.
  • Obtains and applies knowledge of competitive business practices in daily work activities and decision making.
  • Focuses on customer and stakeholder needs and works to exceed expectations.
  • Demonstrates accountability for decisions, performance, and behavior.
  • Anticipates and adapts effectively to organizational and operational changes.
  • Demonstrates initiative, ownership, and commitment to achieving results.
  • Committed to maintaining a safe, environmentally responsible workplace.
  • Supports innovation, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
  • Demonstrates leadership through influence, collaboration, and technical expertise.


III. Working Conditions

  • Normal office environment and/or power plant environment
  • Requires operation of a motor vehicle, Texas Driver's License
  • Work overtime and non-standard working hours, as required
  • Requires occasional travel, as needed
  • Occasionally requires wearing personal protective safety equipment (respirators, safety glasses, hard hat, appropriate footwear, ear plugs, etc.
  • May be required to work around rotating and energized equipment, hazardous materials, and chemicals
  • Requires standing, sitting, walking, kneeling, twisting, climbing stairs and ladders, and entering plant equipment to access, inspect or collect data on plant equipment
  • Requires operation of a personal computer
  • Occasionally requires lifting as appropriate to perform duties and responsibilities


Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.

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About NRG Energy

NRG is at the forefront of changing how people think about and use energy. Whether as the largest solar power developer in the country or by giving customers the latest tools to better manage their energy use, NRG is a pioneer in developing smarter energy choices. Our diverse power generating facilities have a capacity of about 52,000 megawatts, capable of supporting almost 42 million homes. Our retail electricity providers — Reliant and Energy Plus — and thermal energy division serve nearly 3 million residential, business, commercial and industrial customers. A Fortune 250 company, NRG supports clean energy resources and technologies critical to our transition to a sustainable, low carbon society. We built the nation's first privately-funded electric vehicle charging infrastructure and continue to create new, clean energy solutions for our customers. In addition to our environmental efforts, we actively contribute to the local communities where NRG employees live and work. Since 2004, our Global Giving program has provided millions of dollars to organizations and charities that have a direct impact on the lives of the people in our communities, including food banks and those that foster self-sufficiency, improve housing and provide supplemental education to people in need. NRG has also organized special responses for victims of extreme catastrophe, such as the Haitian earthquake and the Japanese tsunami in 2010. Employee donations were tripled to maximize the contributions. NRG has won numerous awards for industry leadership and many of its nationwide econrg initiatives, which are targeted toward meeting the challenges of climate change, clean air and natural resources protection.

NRG Energy Careers

Join the vibrant team at NRG Energy, a leader in the power and energy sector, and contribute to a sustainable future while advancing your career. At NRG Energy, we are committed to innovation, leadership, and diversity, ensuring a dynamic workplace where growth and opportunity are at the forefront.

Work You’ll Do

At NRG Energy, you’ll engage in meaningful work that powers communities and fosters environmental stewardship. Our team of professionals is dedicated to leading the energy sector through cutting-edge innovation and sustainable practices. By joining us, you help shape the future of energy, leveraging your skills to make a significant impact.

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Whether you’re a seasoned professional or a recent graduate, NRG Energy offers a range of job opportunities and internships that will harness your potential and polish your skills. Our positions span from technical roles in energy management to leadership tracks in corporate functions. Each role is crucial in driving our mission of a sustainable energy future.

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NRG Energy is deeply invested in the professional growth of its employees. We offer robust career development programs, including leadership training, professional networking opportunities, and diversity training. Our benefits package is designed to support the well-being and financial security of our team members and their families, promoting a healthy work-life balance.

Culture of Innovation and Diversity

Our company culture celebrates diversity, encourages innovation, and fosters a collaborative environment. At NRG Energy, you’ll work alongside a diverse team of experts, each bringing unique perspectives that drive our success. We believe that inclusive teamwork and innovative thinking are the keys to our continued growth and leadership in the energy sector.

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Learn more about NRG Energy
Size
6,635 employees
Market Cap
$7.4 billion
Industry
Energy & Utilities
Net Income
$510 million
Founded
1989
5 Year Trend
+24.8%
Revenue
$9 billion
NASDAQ
NRG
* Ladders Estimates

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