Senior Power Generation Technical Services Project Manager

Requisition ID:96870Florida Power & Light Company is the largest electric utility in the U.S., providing reliable energy to nearly 12 million Floridians. With one of the nation’s most fuel-efficient, cost-effective power generation fleets and industry-leading reliability, we’re redefining what’s possible in energy. Want to be part of something powerful? Join our outstanding team and help shape the future of energy.Position Specific DescriptionThe Senior Project Manager – Central Maintenance Projects is responsible for leading and managing capital and maintenance projects across FPL's fossil generating fleet from inception through closeout. This role serves as the primary project owner, ensuring safe execution, budget adherence, schedule performance, and regulatory compliance across all project phases.Reporting StructureReports to the PGD Central Maintenance Manager. Works in close collaboration with Plant Operations, Engineering, Procurement (ISC), Environmental, Regulatory, Finance, and EPC/contractor teams.Key ResponsibilitiesProject DevelopmentIdentify and initiate projects through site requirements, corporate/fleet initiatives, or service requestsLead scope development, classification, and study phase determinationDevelop preliminary budgets, schedules, and risk assessmentsPrepare and present business cases using NPV, CPVRR, and payback analysesObtain funding approval and establish WBS, including retirement unit considerationsConfigure Maximo Work Orders (with MOC checklist), NextProject and Horizon tools setupEngineering & DesignForm and lead cross-functional project teamsSelect project delivery strategy (EPC / Procure-Construct / Construct-Only)Oversee engineering package development and design review cyclesManage permitting processes and approval gatesEnsure WBS alignment and tool integration throughoutProcurementLead ISC procurement process including PO classification decisions (Competitive Bid, Single/Sole Source, PDS)Develop ISN bidders lists and manage bid evaluation (technical and commercial)Lead contract negotiations and execute Purchase OrdersEnsure procurement activities align with project schedule and budgetExecutionOwn overall project budget, schedule, and performance during constructionCoordinate permitting, contractor mobilization, and field execution activitiesMaintain reporting cadence and stakeholder communicationDrive acceptance testing and turnover to operationsCloseoutComplete all closeout documentation, financial reconciliation, and lessons learnedManage final PO closure, Maximo updates, and archive filingEnsure all safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements are fulfilledPreferred QualificationsB.S. in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, or related discipline)10+ years of project management experience in power generation, heavy industrial, or utility environmentsDemonstrated experience managing projects from $1M to $50M+Proficiency with Maximo, Horizon, NextProject, and standard project controls toolsStrong knowledge of EPC contracting, ISC procurement processes, and capital project deliveryWorking knowledge of NERC, OSHA, and environmental compliance requirements applicable to fossil generating facilitiesM.S. in Engineering or M.B.A.PMP certification or equivalentExperience with gas turbine, combined cycle, or fossil plant maintenance and capital projectsFamiliarity with CPVRR, NPV, and utility financial modeling methodologiesExperience with no reportable safety events track record in large construction environmentsCore CompetenciesProject leadership and cross-functional team managementRisk identification, mitigation, and decision-making under uncertaintyContract and vendor managementFinancial acumen and budget ownershipClear and concise executive-level communicationSafety-first mindset and operational excellence orientationJob OverviewEmployees in this job are accountable for providing safe, reliable, and cost-effective implementation of assigned and approved capital projects. The position is responsible for establishing a single point of ownership and accountability for non-major maintenance capital projects within FPL or NextEra. Individuals in this role devise standardized PM processes and controls for reporting and contracting practices throughout that ensure compliance with corporate guidelines and terms and conditions that provide a reasonable rate of return, address governmental compliance, cure personnel and property risk issues, and impart high quality and schedule adherence.Job Duties & ResponsibilitiesDevelops contractor work scopesRefines specificationsEstimates jobsDevelops and administers contractsProcures materials and servicesAdministers field contractPerforms other job-related duties as assignedRequired QualificationsHigh School Grad / GED Bachelor's or Equivalent ExperienceExperience: 4+ yearsPreferred QualificationsNoneNextEra Energy offers a wide range of benefits to support our employees and their eligible family members. Click here to learn more.Employee Group: ExemptEmployee Type: Full TimeJob Category: Project ManagementOrganization: Florida Power & Light Company Relocation Provided: Yes, if applicableNextEra Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, age, national origin, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetics, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law. NextEra Energy provides reasonable accommodation in its application and selection process for qualified individuals, including accommodations related to compliance with conditional job offer requirements, consistent with federal, state, and local laws. Supporting medical or religious documentation will be required where applicable and permitted by applicable law. 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