American Electric Power

Engineering Projects Manager

American Electric Power • $136K — $177K *
Bridgman, MI 49106In-Person
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in business or related technical field
  • 10+ years of experience in a commercial nuclear power plant
  • Proven experience in project management
  • Preferred project management certification
  • Effective report writing and presentation skills
  • Ability to lead diverse teams

Responsibilities

  • Develop functional project requirements and manage resource needs
  • Evaluate and manage project budgets for O&M and Capital
  • Create detailed project plans with schedules and milestones
  • Ensure all project phases are completed, from study to implementation
  • Provide status updates to senior management
  • Oversee successful project close-out and performance analysis
  • Implement corporate initiatives related to project goals

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Supports overall employee well-being
  • Opportunities for continuous skill upgrades
  • Participation in corporate-sponsored initiatives
  • Work in a safe and compliant environment
Full Job Description
Job Posting End Date
06-15-2026
Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.

Job Summary

Provide support to NGG in the development and implementation of major departmental or plant wide projects, including functional requirements, training, use of technology, budget, and management of consulting resources.

Job Description

What You'll Do:
  • Develop functional requirements for all major projects and obtain resource needs for project development and implementation, including outside services, if needed.
  • Evaluate existing and new technologies and systems needed; develop and manage project budgets including both O&M and Capital.
  • Develop project plans, including schedules, resource requirements, milestones, and performance indicators.
  • Develop and manage processes to ensure projects include all work required including study, design and implementation phases.
  • Provide timely reports to senior management and the station on the status of each project and progress on project goals.
  • Manage project close-out upon completion, including an analysis of the project's success in meeting station goals.
  • Develop and Manage project budget of significant cost, high risk and significant stakeholder visibility.
  • Implement station goals and objectives, maintain engineering projects performance indicators and participate as NGG representative in corporate sponsored initiatives related to projects.


What We're Looking For:

Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in business or related technical field
  • Or equivalent education and/or experience.
  • Special skills directly related to the area of the assigned project may be required, as necessary.
  • Experience managing construction projects is preferred.


Work Experience:
  • Minimum of 10 years' experience in a commercial nuclear power plant with demonstrated ability in project management or equivalent.
  • Ability to write clear, concise reports and to make professional presentations to senior management.
  • Strong ability to direct and motivate a diverse, matrix workforce.


Required License/Certification:
  • Project management certification is preferred.


Other Requirements:
  • Support and participate in the Emergency Response Organization, and Corrective Action Program activities as assigned, and in accordance with procedures and policies applicable for the assigned role.
  • Perform all duties and work with other employees in a safe manner, in compliance with appropriate company policies and rules.
  • Assume responsibility for continuously upgrading knowledge and skill.
  • Manage, implement and adhere to all radiological control work practices and contamination control program requirements, including identification and correction of improper contamination control practices, and tracking and trending data to identify recurring problems in order to implement corrective action.
  • Prepare and administer budget plans to manage and control expenses within the established guidelines.
  • Perform duties that may involve work in hazardous areas and possible radiation exposure within the limits prescribed by the NRC.


Must establish and maintain a permanent residence within a 45-minute safe drive time to the D.C. Cook Nuclear Power Plant.

What You'll Get:

In addition to competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.

Compensation Data

Compensation Grade:

SP20-010

Compensation Range:

$136,539.00 - $177,503.00

The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S - Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

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About American Electric Power

American Electric Power generates, transmits, and distributes electricity, serving residential, commercial, and industrial customers nationwide. AEP serves millions of customers across 11 states. It operates in the generation, transmission, and distribution of electricity, providing power to residential, commercial, and industrial customers. AEP generates electricity using diverse sources, including coal, natural gas, nuclear, and renewable energy like wind and solar. The company maintains a vast transmission network that delivers electricity from power plants to local distribution systems, ensuring a stable and reliable power supply. AEP is actively involved in renewable energy initiatives, investing in wind farms and solar facilities to diversify its energy portfolio and reduce its environmental impact. Additionally, the company engages in community outreach, supporting education, environmental conservation, and various social initiatives.

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Learn more about American Electric Power
Size
16,688 employees
Market Cap
$48.8 billion
Industry
Energy & Utilities
Net Income
$2.2 billion
Founded
1906
5 Year Trend
+0.5%
Revenue
$14.9 billion
NASDAQ
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