American Electric Power

Transmission Siting and Outreach Manager

American Electric Power • $136K — $177K *
Fort Wayne, IN 46835In-Person
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, landscape architecture, planning, or related field
  • Six years of relevant experience in outreach, utilities, or communications
  • Exceptional written, oral communication, and presentation skills
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
  • Experience with regulatory testimony preparation is preferred
  • Familiarity with ESRI ArcGIS, Adobe Creative Suite, and Microsoft Office is desired

Responsibilities

  • Develop siting and outreach strategies to achieve project success
  • Create tools and templates for consistent outreach efforts
  • Ensure compliance with regulations and project standards
  • Educate public and stakeholders about transmission projects
  • Oversee siting/outreach team and project workflows
  • Enhance communication strategies with landowners and stakeholders
  • Collaborate with project management and engineering teams

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package supporting employee well-being
  • Opportunities for professional development and career advancement
  • Supportive workplace culture and values alignment
  • Encouragement of continued improvement and innovative practices
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Job Posting End Date
08-03-2026
Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.

Job Summary

This position will support AEP Transmission projects, organizational management, and implementing best practices in the Outreach and Siting departments. Responsible for coordinating the siting and outreach efforts and activities of a regional AEP Transmission team. This position is responsible for building/maintaining relationships with federal/state/local community members, supervision of region siting/outreach team members, and providing regulatory support, including testimony, as a transmission siting witness for regulatory proceedings. Works closely with leadership in Project Management, Line and Station Engineering, Right of Way, Environmental Services, Project Outreach and Operating Companies to implement best practices and to improve project success. Interfaces with or supports interaction with internal groups and external audiences including individual customers, local officials, siting authorities, state and local agencies.

Job Description

What you'll do:
  • Engages in the development of strategies and best practices to meet AEP Transmission's business objectives and achieve line routing success. Develop and create tools and templates for consistency of siting and outreach activities within designated region and systemwide.
  • Develops policies, practices and standards of the Company for siting and ensures projects are performed in accordance with the regulations and procedures as required by federal, state or local regulatory agencies. Provide testimony to federal, state, local regulatory agencies when necessary.
  • Responsible for identifying and developing siting and outreach strategies, tools and approaches to work with affected or potentially affected landowners.
  • Represents AEP Transmission and projects to external affairs teams, educates the public (landowners, thought leaders, elected officials) about proposed transmission projects.
  • Directs and approves siting/outreach strategies that improve two-way communication and line routing success at the project level.
  • Provide oversight of outsourcing activities related to siting/outreach.
  • Collaborate closely with External Affairs, Environmental Services, Project Management, Right of Way, and Engineering on all aspects of projects.
  • Foster strategic relationships and initiatives that demonstrate AEP's values when interfacing with internal and external parties.
  • Manage project outreach/siting specialists and project workflow for competitive and non-competitive projects.
  • Foster AEP's values and culture as part of regular interactions with various internal and external stakeholders.

What we're looking for:

Siting & Outreach Manager SG10

Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, landscape architecture, planning, business, public relations, public affairs, environmental science or related field.

Experience:
  • Six years of experience in outreach, utilities, corporate communications, siting, operations, engineering, environmental or related field.

In addition:
  • Excellent written, organizational, presentation, oral communication and time management skills. The ability to handle multiple projects and assignments is critical. May require extended hours to accomplish assigned tasks to meet requirements and schedules.
  • Some overnight travel to facilities and projects (field work) is required periodically. Position requires some travel and exposure to situations which require knowledge, understanding, and adherence to applicable safety procedures, and ability to hike one to three miles.
  • Agility -- Demonstrating creativity and resilience as we take risks and bold steps. Expecting change and readily adapting to meet new demands.
  • Becoming a Business Advisor -- Adding customer equity by creating valued business partnerships with customers; proactively identifying business opportunities for the customer; conveying a firm understanding of the customer's business and political drivers.
  • Building a Successful Team -- Using appropriate methods and a flexible interpersonal style to help build a cohesive team; facilitating the completion of team goals.
  • Business Acumen -- Using economic, financial, market, and industry data to understand and improve business results; using one's understanding of major business functions, industry trends, and own organization's position to contribute to effective business strategies and tactics.
  • Collaboration -- Achieving greater results by working together across boundaries, actively sharing information, and promoting a sense that we're all in this together. Working effectively and cooperatively with others; establishing and maintaining good working relationships.
  • Continuous Improvement -- Originating action to improve existing conditions and processes; identifying improvement opportunities, generating ideas, and implementing solutions.
  • Decision Making -- Evaluates resources, criteria, and consequences to reach a decision. Identifying and understanding issues, problems, and opportunities; comparing data from different sources to draw conclusions; using effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions; taking action that is consistent with available facts, constraints, and probable consequences.
  • Initiating Action -- Taking prompt action to accomplish objectives; taking action to achieve goals beyond what is required; being proactive. Innovation -- Generating innovative solutions in work situations; trying different and novel ways to deal with work problems and opportunities.
  • Shared Commitment -- Understanding the big picture, knowing what needs to be done, taking initiative, and working with a sense of urgency and accountability.
  • Technical/Professional Knowledge and Skills -- Having achieved a satisfactory level of technical and professional skill or knowledge in position-related areas; keeping up with current developments and trends in areas of expertise.
  • Previous regulatory testimony preparation and supervisory experience is desired. Proficiency with ESRI ArcGIS, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office computer applications is desired.


Where you'll work

This role sits on site in New Albany, Ohio or Fort Wayne, Indiana

What you'll get:

Siting & Outreach Manager SG10($136,539-$177,503)

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.

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$136K- $177K / Year

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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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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
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