TXU Energy

Major Projects - Cost Controller

TXU Energy  •  Davis, CA (Onsite)  •  1 month ago
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Job Description

If you have what it takes to become part of the Vistra family and would like to start a promising career with a global leader, take a look at the exciting employment opportunities that are currently available and apply online.

This position will manage various fleet and site project control functions, supporting the Director of Fleet Projects, Site Manager of Projects, and Site Project Managers.

The individual will work closely with Project Managers to develop and maintain project budgets, monitor expenditures, and track variances against budgeted costs. Duties include support of the Site Long Range Plan (LRP), oversee project control tools and software, provide estimates, prepare and analyze financial reports, ensure compliance with organizational guidelines, and coordinate payments to subcontractors and vendors.

Key Accountabilities

  • Responsible for monitoring and reporting of project financial performance at the site utilizing key performance indicators (KPIs).
  • Conduct cost estimation and budgeting for projects, considering all financial inputs (materials, labor, equipment, vendors, suppliers, etc…).
  • Create and update monthly forecast for capital spending for the year.
  • Responsible for assisting in the development of the yearly VISTRA Long Range Plan (LRP).
  • Ensure consistent work practices and sharing of knowledge to optimize efforts in project control activities.
  • Ensure business financial goals are achieved on a monthly basis
  • Manage processes and procedures related to project schedule, cost, and risk management
  • Support development and execution of comprehensive project plans, ensuring alignment with site and key stakeholder requirements.
  • Identify, assess, and mitigate project financial risks, ensuring proactive measures are in place to address potential challenges.Conduct regular risk assessments and collaborate with the site and fleet teams to develop risk mitigation strategies.

Education, Experience & Skill Requirements

Skills and Knowledge

  • Technical Expertise: Analytical and mathematical skills to accurately assess project budgets and spending.
  • Knowledge of Project Controls processes and guidelines.
  • General understanding of nuclear operation, practices and processes.
  • Collaborative: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with projects staff and present cost estimates clearly and persuasively.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office products especially Excel.
  • Knowledgeable in SAP enterprise software(recommended)

Education

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • BS in Engineering, BA in Business or Construction Management (recommended).

Professional Certifications (recommended)

  • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification. (recommended)

On-the-job Experience

  • 5+ years in a combined finance, construction or project controls roll that includes budgeting, scheduling, project support or project management

Key Metrics

  • Safety Excellence
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Financial Optimization
  • Operational Excellence
  • Talent Development

Job Family

Plant Operations

Company

Vistra Nuclear Operations Company

Locations

Oak Harbor, OhioOhio

We are a company of people committed to: Exceeding Customer Expectations, Great People, Teamwork, Competitive Spirit and Effective Communication. If this describes you, then apply today!

If you currently work for Vistra or its subsidiaries, please apply via the internal career site.

It is the policy of the Company to comply with all employment laws and to afford equal employment opportunity to individuals in all aspects of employment, including in selection for job opportunities, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, protected veteran status, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local laws.

If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance submitting an application or would like to request an accommodation, please email usat assistance@vistraenergy.com tomake a request.

TXU Energy

About TXU Energy

TXU Energy has a long-standing history of doing the right things for our customers. It starts with the basics — providing electricity plans with easy-to-understand terms and straightforward pricing you can count on. But our responsibility doesn't end there, and neither does our commitment to our customers.

TXU Energy is a subsidiary of Vistra (NYSE: VST), a leading Fortune 500 integrated retail electricity and power generation company based in Irving, Texas, that provides essential power resources to customers, businesses, and communities from California to Maine.

Vistra is the largest competitive power generator in the U.S., with a capacity of approximately 41,000 megawatts, or enough to power 20 million homes, operating in all of the major competitive wholesale markets in the country. Vistra is a leader in the energy transformation and expansion with an unyielding focus on reliability, affordability, and sustainability, powered by a diverse portfolio that includes natural gas, nuclear, coal, solar, and battery energy storage facilities. The company continues to grow its zero-carbon resources, operating the second-largest fleet of competitive nuclear power plants in the country, substantial battery energy storage capacity, and a growing number of solar facilities.

Vistra is one of the largest competitive electricity providers in the country and takes an innovative, customer-centric approach to retail, offering solutions to meet customers’ needs, including more than 50 renewable energy plans. Through its family of retail brands, Vistra serves approximately 5 million residential, commercial, and industrial retail customers. Learn more about how Vistra is powering a better way forward at vistracorp.com.

Industry
Energy & Utilities
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Irving, TX
Year Founded
Unknown
Website
txu.com
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