Director, Capital Projects Generation | Generation Engineering Apply now » Date: May 24, 2024 Location: PHOENIX, AZ, US, 85004-3903 Company: APS Our present and future success depends on the creative and dedicated people of our company who demonstrate the principles outlined in the APS Promise: Design for Tomorrow, Empower Each Other and Succeed Together. Summary Director of Capital Projects Generation within Generation Engineering, you will lead and oversee complex, multi-functional, and multi-disciplinary engineered capital replacement and retrofit projects. From conceptualization to closure, you will ensure projects meet all technical, budgetary, and regulatory requirements while fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement. What your day would be like:You are responsible for:
Establishing and directing the overall plan, direction, and leadership for a diverse team of project managers, engineers, and technical professionals.
Overseeing project management, design, and engineering support for the non-nuclear Generation fleet, ensuring compliance with budget and contractual obligations.
Ensuring adherence to company safety standards, regulatory requirements (environmental, NERC, WECC), quality, and technical specifications within annual funding and schedule constraints.
Leading business decision-making processes, fostering problem-solving, and driving leadership development and performance management.
Additional Responsibilities Include:
Demonstrate strong leadership capabilities with the ability to hold team members accountable.
Implementing tools and methodologies for effective project execution, including budget management, contract oversight, and quality assurance.
Driving change management initiatives and cultivating a culture of transformation and growth.
Training and mentoring managers to ensure seamless integration and execution excellence.
Possesses in-depth knowledge of project management principles, engineering practices, and regulatory requirements.
Exhibit excellent interpersonal skills, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
Embraces a growth mindset with a vision for long-term development and transformation within the organization.
Minimum Requirements Director, Capital Projects Generation | Generation Engineering
Bachelors degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Construction Engineering, Project Management and/or other directly related field from an accredited college or university
PLUS ten (10) years experience in engineering, construction management, project management and/or other directly related field.
In lieu of bachelors degree, combination of college coursework and/or experience in engineering, construction management, project management and/or other related field equaling 14 years.
Five (5) years experience in supervisory/management positions.
Preferred Special Skills, Knowledge, or Qualifications
Certified Construction Manager (CCM) designation, Project Management Professional (PMP) certification and/or Risk Management Professional (RMP) certification.
Experience planning, executing, and managing a high volume of low to high complex and impactful retrofit and replacement projects in support of a diverse generation fleet.
Experience negotiating contracts.
Experience in directing multi-discipline teams.
Major Accountabilities 1) Influences and sets direction of capital projects within the non-nuclear generation fleet. Directs all stages of planning, engineering, and construction to successfully execute a high volume of low to high complex and impactful retrofit projects in to ensure the continued reliability of existing power generation capacity.2) Develops and manages the achievement of long-term and short-term goals that have fleet-wide impact. Implements strategies, initiatives, and objectives to support the mission to provide reliable and cost-effective service to new and existing customers.3) Plans, evaluates, and recommends strategies, programs, policies and processes that align and support the overall business objectives.4) Oversees multiple project management and contract teams.Selects and develops a high performing team through effective coaching, performance management and feedback, rewards and recognition, and training and development opportunities.5) Full authority for the development and management of the department and project budgets.Tracks and reports project costs and adherence to project estimates.Initiates actions in cases of deviations. Export Compliance / EEO Statement This position may require access to and/or use of information subject to control under the Department of Energy's Part 810 Regulations (10 CFR Part 810), the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) (15 CFR Parts 730 through 774), or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) (22 CFR Chapter I, Subchapter M Part 120) (collectively, 'U.S. Export Control Laws'). Therefore, some positions may require applicants to be a U.S. person, which is defined as a U.S. Citizen, a U.S. Lawful Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), a Political Asylee, or a Refugee under the U.S. Export Control Laws. All applicants will be required to confirm their U.S. person or non-US person status. All information collected in this regard will only be used to ensure compliance with U.S. Export Control Laws, and will be used in full compliance with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of national origin and other factors. For positions at Palo Verde Nuclear Generating Stations (PVNGS) all openings will require applicants to be a U.S. person.Pinnacle West Capital Corporation and its subsidiaries and affiliates ('Pinnacle West') maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment. It is our policy to provide equal opportunity in all phases of the employment process and in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. This policy of nondiscrimination shall include, but not be limited to, recruiting, hiring, promoting, compensating, reassigning, demoting, transferring, laying off, recalling, terminating employment, and training for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, disability, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other classification or characteristic protected by laFor more information on applicable equal employment regulations, please refer to EEO is the Law poster. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of every person hired to work in the United States, refer to E-Verify poster. View the employee rights and responsibilities under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)In compliance with the Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988, the Company is committed to a work environment that is free from the effects of alcohol and controlled substances, and free from the abuse or inappropriate use of prescribed and over-the-counter medications. The Company requires employees to be subject to drug and alcohol testing that is job-related and consistent with business necessity, regulatory requirements and applicable laws. Flex Role:This position is not required to be performed at a specific APS facility as long as adequate technology and a solid ergonomic set up are present. Pending agreement with leadership, employees hired into this role will be able to choose where they prefer to perform their work, but the ultimate decision is the company's. Employees will have two options to choose from:
APS office based: The employee prefers to work most of the time from an APS facility.
Home based: The employee prefers to work most of the time from his/her home.
Employees in Flex roles are required to reside in Arizona (or NM for Four Corners-based employees). Role types are subject to change based on business need.