PJM​/MISO Construction Manager

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The Construction Manager (CM) is responsible for all field related issues of construction projects, from breaking ground to commercial operation, for the Vistra fleet, which includes solar, energy storage, fossil and other technologies Vistra may develop. The CM will be responsible for oversight of the engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) contractor during all aspects of the project to ensure safe, on‑time and on‑budget project completion in accordance with design specifications and Vistra fleet standards.

The construction manager will report to the construction site on a daily basis and serve as the single point of contact for the EPC contractor. The CM will be responsible for oversight of safety, quality, cost, schedule, and environmental compliance during all aspects of the project. The CM will manage scopes of work that are Vistra’s responsibilities during construction, ensuring they meet the overall objectives of the project.

• Manage all aspects of the construction project at the site including budgets and schedules. Ensure all safety protocols and procedures are followed and maintained.
• Prepare cost estimates, budgets, and work timetables for any scope of work not included in the EPC contract.
• Interpret and understand the main EPC contract and technical information to work with the main contractor through commercial operation.
• Report work progress and budget matters to management via standard processes and procedures.
• Collaborate with engineers, contractors, and the operations team at the site (if applicable).
• Work with the main EPC contractor to understand the schedule and justify percent complete.
• Understand and approve monthly invoices from the EPC contractor for payment. Communicate with executive management using weekly and monthly reports.
• Respond to work delays, emergencies, and other problems and coordinate with owner’s engineers to answer any RFIs from the contractor.
• Comply with legal requirements, building and safety codes, and other regulations.
• Work with operations staff for plant turnover.

• 6+ years of power generation, construction, or equivalent energy industry experience, prior experience in project management.
• Construction management experience in large power plant projects (fossil and/or renewables).
• Knowledge of quality standards (ANSI, ACI, NEC, etc.).
• Ability to manage large contract scopes.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience gained through college degree programs and/or certifications is applicable to the above skills.

• Utilize sound judgement and construction expertise to understand key deliverables in the EPC contract and interface directly with the contractor on all contract needs, ensuring the project stays on schedule and under budget.
• Manage and coordinate multiple project groups—from operations staff to the owner’s engineer—to ensure all deliverables are met.
• Manage owner’s engineer to coordinate drawing reviews and RFIs.
• Manage and negotiate all change orders to remain within budget.

Engineering Services

Vistra Corporate Services Company

Irving, Texas, Texas

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