Manager Project Construction Senior - #177753

Calpine Corporation is America's largest generator of electricity from natural gas and geothermal resources with operations in competitive power markets. Its fleet of 76 power plants in operation and one under construction represents nearly 26,000 megawatts of generation capacity. Through wholesale power operations and its retail businesses, Calpine serves customers in 22 states, Canada and Mexico. Its clean, efficient, modern and flexible fleet uses advanced technologies to generate power in a low-carbon and environmentally responsible manner.

The company was established on the premise that a strong commitment to the environment is inextricably linked to excellence in power generation and corporate responsibility. Since its founding in 1984, Calpine has led the power industry in its unwavering commitment to environmental stewardship. In addition, its renewable geothermal plants use steam generated deep below the earth's surface to produce clean, renewable electricity.

Job Summary (includes but is not limited to the following, other duties may be assigned)

Provides oversight of projects to include consistent communication, record keeping and reporting, responsibilities include managing a major design-build power plant expansion project by working with internal and teams such as development, engineering, legal, environmental, supply chain and operations; develops overall project scope book used to bid the EPC portions of the project, other major equipment bid packages to support the bidding process and project schedule; manages cross functional project team in both an office and site environment, to include all engineering and construction activities. Responsibilities also including monitoring and tracking progress of the project and staff, both internal and external resources and takes required action if activities fall behind schedule. Ensures that the project is being constructed in compliance with design standards, applicable codes and established for the project as well as ensuring that comprehensive safety standards are implemented and enforced.

Job Responsibilities

• Accomplishes work through others. Manages single function or portion of a department with an operational focus.
• Manages employees performing related duties including full human resources, cost and budgetary accountabilities.
• In-depth or broad, extensive knowledge of construction and related discipline(s).
• Highly skilled professional with wide-ranging, advanced technical experience to resolve complex issues.
• Competent to work at very high level in multiple knowledge areas or functions as an advanced contributor.
• Decisions typically related to resources, project approach, and tactical operations.
• Results have significant impact on costs and the achievement of project objectives and/or project-based goals.
• Makes decisions on complex issues regarding project components, for large-scale projects and advanced tasks.
• Receives assignments in the form of objectives and determines tactical approach, resources, schedules and goals.
• Uses independent judgment requiring in-depth evaluation of variable factors. Independently selects methods, techniques, analytical approach and evaluation criteria.
• Determines methods and procedures for new assignments.
• Serves as project/technical lead on large projects; regularly coordinates work of professionals, technicians and others outside of own department.
• Trains and mentors employees on technical skills
• Collaborate and solve problems - works with others to resolve significant issues, clarify or interpret complex information, provide initial screening/negotiations.
  
  

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in ME, EE, CE or Construction Management or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Requires minimum 10 years’ experience, including extensive knowledge of heavy industrial construction techniques and a minimum of 5 years working as a project manager on power plant projects.
  
  

Additional Calpine Information

• Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.
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