Director – Major Projects

American Electric Power

. Lead and deliver large, complex transmission projects with budgets ranging from $1 billion to $10 billion .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeCorpus Christi • Oklahoma • United StatesLead💰 $188,524 - $245,080 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading large-scale transmission projects with a focus on safety, budget management, and regulatory compliance. Proven ability to develop and mentor project teams while effectively managing stakeholder relationships and executing strategic planning.

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PMP CertificationProject ManagementContract NegotiationRisk Assessment/MitigationExecutive Communication

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementConstruction ManagementBudget ManagementRisk MitigationContracting StrategyTransmission Project OversightEnvironmental ApplicationsHVDC ExperienceProject ControlsCommissioning

Soft Skills

LeadershipConflict ManagementActive ListeningDecision-MakingDelegation

Certifications & Qualifications

PMP CertificationValid State Driver's License

Industry Keywords

Transmission ProjectsRegional Transmission OrganizationsCertificate of Convenience and NecessityEnvironmental ComplianceUtilities Management

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and deliver large, complex transmission projects with budgets ranging from $1 billion to $10 billion
Own overall project execution and oversee project management functions
Implement and oversee project safety programs, monitor performance, and address issues to achieve Zero Harm
Report project strategy and team needs to Transmission Executive leadership, including solutions for siting, regulatory, procurement, engineering, construction, and budgetary requirements
Establish commercial contracting strategy and negotiate contractor, EPC, and engineering agreements
Lead executive governance with joint venture partners as required
Drive integrated schedules across all workstreams and align resource management
Oversee program budgets and contingencies while managing execution to budgetary targets
Identify and manage executive risk registers and develop risk mitigation solutions
Lead project change management and resolve disputes before escalation
Build and mentor a trusting, cohesive project leadership team
Manage stakeholder relationships with utilities, RTOs, regulators, landowners, and contractors
Ensure readiness for regulatory filings and successful project hearings resulting in approval and grant of Certificate of Convenience and Necessity
Manage staffing, including employees, staff augmentation, and consultants/vendor management
Manage construction and deliver projects safely, on schedule, and within approved investment
Apply technical understanding of project-specific solutions to drive the team toward solutions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, Project Management, Accounting, Finance, or related field of study dependent on business unit requirements
Ten (10) years of qualified experience, including work in two or more of the following areas: major construction projects, project management, portfolio management, commissioning, project controls, commercial nuclear power plant, fossil generation, and contract negotiations
Experience must exhibit progressive levels of responsibility and accomplishment, highly proficient level of business acumen, and demonstrated effective leadership skills
PMP certification required
Valid state driver's license
Flexible to travel as required (typically up to 50%, with potential for extended travel or temporary relocation during critical project phases)
Experience with 345–765 kV transmission projects including project management, engineering, or construction oversight
Experience with underground, HVDC, or submarine work
Direct supervision experience
Executive communication and report outs
Contracting/commercial strategy
Coordination/experience with Regional Transmission Organizations such as PJM, MISO, SPP, or ERCOT, including competitive projects
Coordination with State Utility Commissions including major State applications
Significant environmental applications such as USACE, USFWS, and NEPA
Strategic planning and project risk assessment/mitigation expertise
Ability to develop employees for success in current and future roles
Strong conflict management, active listening, delegation, and decision-making skills
Ability to constructively challenge assumptions and differing viewpoints
Experience working across office, construction, utility, power generation, transmission, distribution, telecom, and nuclear environments
Ability to safely perform site inspections, including walking uneven terrain, climbing ladders, and maintaining awareness of hazardous conditions
Dedicated to maintaining high standards of safety, operational effectiveness, and regulatory compliance

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual Bonus
Long Term Incentive
401K
AEP Pension
Comprehensive Benefits Package