Director, Major Projects | NEW GENERATION (Construction Utility Projects)

Shreveport, LA

Full Time

Posted September 29, 2026

$189k - $245k

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Freshness: Open in the current public read path; this is not an employer guarantee.Last observed September 30, 2026
Classification: Modern power-system classification not yet published for this listing.Legacy source industry field: Utilities
Pay provenance: Employer-provided pay

Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.

$1B–$10B capital budget
Multiple concurrent generation project components; or projects with specialized technical generation scopes.
Successful delivery of the project within all local, state or federal regulatory requirements
Compliant to all measures of NERC, FERC, RTO or utility commissions
Accountable for all aspects of project responsibilities including functional leaders reporting directly to the Major Project Director and all team members assigned to these projects.

Master's in business, Engineering, Project Management, Accounting, Finance, Construction Management, or related field of study dependent on business unit requirements preferred.
Generation projects including project management, engineering, or construction oversight
Utility generation projects
Heavy industrial construction projects
EPC contract execution models to build new generation
Generation Interconnection Agreements
Air Permits through Federal and State
Coordination with Federal, State, and Local Agencies to obtain environmental and non-environmental permits to construct new power plants
Direct Supervision overseeing performance plans, expense reports, etc.
Executive communication and report outs
Contracting/ Commercial Strategy
Coordination/ Experience with Regional Generation 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, NEPA

Base Salary: approximately $189K - $245K
In addition to base salary, AEP offers competitive Total Rewards including: discretionary annual/long-term incentives, 401(k), pension, health insurance, vacation, educational assistance, etc.
At AEP, we’re more than just an energy company — we’re a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you!
AMERICAN ELECTRIC POWER (on-site)
$189K - $245K / Year
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