Senior TFS Project Manager

American Electric Power

. Manage intermediate or complex projects in a matrix team environment .

Posted 9/16/2026full-timeCorpus Christi • Texas • United StatesSenior💰 $98,993 - $128,688 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project management principles, including Waterfall and Agile methodologies, while effectively leading teams and managing complex projects across various AEP locations. Proficient in project planning, budgeting, procurement, and stakeholder communication to ensure successful project outcomes.

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Project ManagementWaterfall MethodologyAgile MethodologyPMP CertificationConstruction Management

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Hard Skills

Project EstimatingProject ControlsRisk ManagementScope ManagementContract DevelopmentEconomic Analysis TechniquesQuality ControlNegotiationsCost EstimatingProject Engineering

Soft Skills

Effective LeadershipTeam BuildingEffective CommunicationStrategic ThinkingMeeting Management

Tools & Technologies

Project Management ToolsAEP System Safety Process

Certifications & Qualifications

PMP CertificationValid State Driver’s License

Industry Keywords

UtilitiesCommercial Nuclear PowerConstructionProject Management StandardsZero Harm Environment

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage intermediate or complex projects in a matrix team environment
Provide leadership, direction, training, coordination, and communication across project phases
Plan, organize, direct, coordinate, and supervise project activities
Apply Waterfall and Agile project management principles and techniques
Support accountability for the AEP System Safety Process and Zero Harm environment
Manage project or outage plans, schedules, budgets, costs, and funding reallocations
Communicate project details and status updates through meetings, presentations, reports, and other communications
Develop relationships with project teams, plant and operating company staff, customers, partners, contractors, vendors, and suppliers
Provide guidance and training to improve designs, systems, procedures, processes, schedules, and costs
Mentor project managers and supervise sub-team project managers as assigned
Develop and manage procurement plans and outside-service contracts
Prepare requests for proposals, evaluate bids, select vendors, participate in negotiations, and oversee vendor performance and quality
Conduct and supervise project closeout processes and analyze project success and benefits realization
Support adherence to AEP project management organizational standards
Manage programs as assigned
Work safely across AEP locations, including distribution, transmission, generation, telecom, construction, and nuclear infrastructure sites

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Engineering, Business, Project Management, Computer Science, or related field with five (5) years qualified experience
Or two-year associate’s degree in the same required disciplines with seven (7) years of qualified experience
Or High School Diploma/GED with nine (9) years qualified experience
Two (2) years of experience as a PROJECT MANAGER (Grade 7) OR demonstrated competencies, knowledge and skillset through achieved results in a shorter timeline
Qualified experience in project management, major construction field experience, project estimating, project controls, project engineering, and/or comparable experience in a competitive production environment
Progressively increasing project management and business acumen and responsibility for most certifying body knowledge areas
Preparedness for journey level PM knowledge in construction safety, negotiations, scope development and control, cost estimating, construction contracting, project controls and reporting, quality control, risk management, and related areas
Experience in utilities, commercial nuclear power, and/or IT systems is favorable
PMP certification is preferred but not required
Valid state driver’s license is required
Effective leadership, team building, and meeting management skills
Ability to lead teams and projects to successful conclusions
Effective communication and listening with stakeholders
Economic analysis techniques and business acumen for project decision-making
Working knowledge of project management tools and techniques
Strategic thinking, planning, risk assessment, and prioritization
Proficiency in scope management, technical options, project risks, and mitigation methods
Proficiency in contract development and management
Ability to perform light physical duties, including construction site walkdowns on unstable surfaces and climbing ladders
Ability to work at homes, offices, power plants, nuclear sites, construction sites, and other AEP locations
Ability to travel, typically 25% or less, with greater travel possible for specific assignments

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits package supporting employee well-being
Competitive compensation
Educational assistance
Company-sponsored training programs
Social and recreational programs
Compensation and benefits