Abacus
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Job Purpose: Leads and provide technical direction on business unit projects and/or project participants. Plans, coordinates and manages large-scale or several medium or small, complex or long term project(s) to ensure completion of design and construction within budgetary and scheduling guidelines. Maintains thorough knowledge of new developments and/or technology pertaining to the project(s). Monitors and recommends changes for improvement and cost savings. Must be fully knowledgeable and proficient in all aspects of distribution design, and fully knowledgeable in interpretation and administration of company policies and procedures pertaining to distribution design. Communicates relevant project information and routines status updates to stakeholders and team members. Required Minimum Qualifications: - Bachelors Degree in Engineering or related field of study or High School Diploma/GED and equivalent work experience - 7+ years experience in a combination of the following areas: o Project Management or Engineering - Advance ability with analysis and problem solving, commercial, communications, integrity and compliance, process/project management, leadership and professional skills Preferred Qualifications: - Masters Degree in Engineering or related field of study - Professional Engineer (PE) Certification - Project Management Certification Primary (Essential) Job Functions (This list is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary by the company.): - Communications with internal and external customers - Project progress/ updates with internal/external customers - Preparation and processing of required agreements - Provide guidance and mentorship to lower level project managers - Advanced ability to communicate throughout all levels of organization/company - Advanced ability to manage project from inception to completion - Knowledge of operating concepts and principles of the Distribution Business Unit - Advanced ability to delegate appropriate responsibilities - Advanced ability to multi-task - Advanced analytical/problem solving skills - Advance leadership ability - Ability to meet attendance and storm duty requirements - Ability to work extended hours Secondary Job Functions: - Performs other job-related duties as assigned Job Standards: Performance will be based on successful completion of all job functions up to the productivity standards and timeframes established and directed by Management. Enable Skills-Based Hiring No Furlough Notification ll NextEra Energy Contingent Workforce Program (CWP) assignments are eligible for worker furlough. Typical furlough schedules coincide with select national holidays, but may be subject to change. Suppliers will be notified by the CWP of those workers impacted and the applicable furlough dates prior to each furlough period. Worker Building Location GXA - GEXA Energy LP Houston TX - 0000152965 Will driving be required as part of position duties/work? No Driving Record Validation For all positions indicating driving requirements, supplier must hold validation of non-restricted current driver''s license and demonstrate the following: no alcohol/drug related driving offenses within the previous five years and/or the license is not currently suspended or restricted related to hours of driving or reason for driving. Additional Job Details We are seeking a proactive and experienced Project Manager - Retail Electricity & Gas to lead and coordinate projects across business units, IT, regulatory, and customer operations. This role will focus on the successful delivery of initiatives related to market expansion, system implementations, regulatory compliance, customer onboarding, billing platform integrations, and product rollouts in deregulated energy markets.
The ideal candidate has strong knowledge of the retail energy industry, understands the nuances of utility coordination, EDI transactions, and customer lifecycle management, and is capable of driving projects from inception through execution.
Key Responsibilities: Plan, execute, and manage cross-functional projects in the retail electricity and natural gas space across deregulated markets. Coordinate efforts between internal teams (operations, IT, legal, customer service, billing) and external stakeholders (utilities, vendors, regulators). Define project scope, goals, deliverables, timelines, and resource requirements. Monitor project progress, manage risks, and resolve issues to ensure timely and within-budget delivery. Lead regular status meetings, track milestones, and provide clear, concise reporting to stakeholders and executive leadership. Oversee system implementations, including CRM, billing, enrollment, and EDI transaction platforms. Ensure projects comply with regulatory requirements (e.g., PUC, ERCOT, PJM, NYISO, etc.) and utility standards. Manage vendor relationships for third-party systems and services involved in customer enrollment, usage data, billing, or EDI. Identify process improvements and help streamline workflows for better operational efficiency. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field. 5+ years of project management experience, with at least 2 years in the retail energy industry (electricity and/or gas). Solid understanding of deregulated energy markets, utility interaction, and customer lifecycle (enrollment, billing, renewal, drop). Experience managing projects related to system integration, market entry, billing systems, or regulatory change. Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, Jira, Asana). Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and thrive in a fast-paced environment. Will Per Diem and Mob/De-Mob expense types be available for this requisition? No If Per Diem is available, please indicate the maximum amount: 0.00 If Nuclear Business Unit: On-Boarding Note Nuclear workers requiring unescorted badge access will follow onsite in-processing procedures. All others will be required to complete Non-Nuclear pre-assignment screenings through their staffing supplier. Please contact CWP with any questions: cwp@nexteraenergy.com or 561-694-4761. Will the selected worker require unescorted badge access into Nuclear protected areas? No Is NERC CIP unescorted physical or cyber access required for this assignment? No Which NERC access is needed? N/ Is Federal Energy Regulatory Commission access required? No Shift Type Standard Shift (8-5) Hours per Day 8 Hours per Week 40 Total Hours 2,088.00
Key Responsibilities: Plan, execute, and manage cross-functional projects in the retail electricity and natural gas space across deregulated markets. Coordinate efforts between internal teams (operations, IT, legal, customer service, billing) and external stakeholders (utilities, vendors, regulators). Define project scope, goals, deliverables, timelines, and resource requirements. Monitor project progress, manage risks, and resolve issues to ensure timely and within-budget delivery. Lead regular status meetings, track milestones, and provide clear, concise reporting to stakeholders and executive leadership. Oversee system implementations, including CRM, billing, enrollment, and EDI transaction platforms. Ensure projects comply with regulatory requirements (e.g., PUC, ERCOT, PJM, NYISO, etc.) and utility standards. Manage vendor relationships for third-party systems and services involved in customer enrollment, usage data, billing, or EDI. Identify process improvements and help streamline workflows for better operational efficiency. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field. 5+ years of project management experience, with at least 2 years in the retail energy industry (electricity and/or gas). Solid understanding of deregulated energy markets, utility interaction, and customer lifecycle (enrollment, billing, renewal, drop). Experience managing projects related to system integration, market entry, billing systems, or regulatory change. Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, Jira, Asana). Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and thrive in a fast-paced environment. Will Per Diem and Mob/De-Mob expense types be available for this requisition? No If Per Diem is available, please indicate the maximum amount: 0.00 If Nuclear Business Unit: On-Boarding Note Nuclear workers requiring unescorted badge access will follow onsite in-processing procedures. All others will be required to complete Non-Nuclear pre-assignment screenings through their staffing supplier. Please contact CWP with any questions: cwp@nexteraenergy.com or 561-694-4761. Will the selected worker require unescorted badge access into Nuclear protected areas? No Is NERC CIP unescorted physical or cyber access required for this assignment? No Which NERC access is needed? N/ Is Federal Energy Regulatory Commission access required? No Shift Type Standard Shift (8-5) Hours per Day 8 Hours per Week 40 Total Hours 2,088.00