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Job Posting End Date

11-17-2026
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Job Summary

The Project Coordinator supports the planning, coordination, documentation, and administration of projects and continuous improvement initiatives within the Distribution Project Management Office (PMO). Working closely with Project Managers, Program Managers, and other stakeholders, this role helps maintain organized project information, coordinate project activities, and ensure required information and follow-up actions are completed in a timely manner.

Key responsibilities include maintaining project documentation and document control practices; establishing and maintaining consistent electronic folder structures and project records; preparing meeting agendas, coordinating project meetings, documenting meeting outcomes and action items; and following up with project team members and stakeholders to obtain required project information, documentation, status updates, and deliverables. The Project Coordinator may also support project schedules, action item tracking, reporting, project controls, process documentation, and continuous improvement activities.

The role requires strong organizational, communication, and follow-through skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while supporting several projects or initiatives concurrently. The successful candidate should demonstrate an interest in developing a career in project management and applying structured project management practices within a PMO environment.

The successful candidate will be required to obtain an approved project management certification within 12 months of hire.

What You'll Do:

• Assist in developing and coordinating the scheduling of distribution line projects, including the design, construction, material acquisition, and right of way acquisition.
• Assist in tracking completion of predefined asset work plan.
• Perform project analysis and other support to Project Manager(s), Construction Management and Project Leads.
• Provide status reporting and administer schedules throughout the project life.
• Assist project manager with cost tracking, budget tracking, budget variance reporting, budget projections, and work order completion.
• Provide analytical support and data analysis for projects.
• Assist in preparation and issuing of project status reports.
• Work with central contractor oversight team in the approval of contractors, preparation of bid packages, conduct of bid meetings and pre-construction conferences.
• Assist with resolving project conflicts and delays to the satisfaction of the corporation, customers and regulators.
• Assist with the planning, scheduling, oversight and evaluation of any contractors performing asset project work for distribution regions in accordance with contract terms. Assist in the billing of contractor projects; evaluate requests for extras on the contract.

What We Are Looking For:

Education requirements are listed below:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (ABET accredited preferred), Business Administration, Construction Management, or equivalent education with 0 years of experience or,
• two-year technical degree and two years' experience in design & construction of distribution facilities or
• minimum of five (5) years' experience in design and construction of distribution facilities (without degree).

Work Experience requirement listed below:

• Minimum of five (5) years' experience in design and construction of distribution facilities (without degree).

Other Requirements:

• Physical demand level is Sedentary
• Ability to handle multiple distribution projects of variable complexity is required.

What You'll Get:

In addition to a competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.

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At AEP, we’re more than just an energy company — we’re a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you!

Compensation Data

Compensation Grade:

SP20-006

Compensation Range:

$74,551.00 - $93,188.50

The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. When required by law, we might record certain information or applicants for employment may be invited to voluntarily disclose protected characteristics.