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JOB TITLE: Biomass Power Plant EPC Project Manager

LOCATION: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Company Name: AREVA

Description

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AREVA Renewable Inc. is seeking a Project Manager. This position will report to the to the EPC Projects Director, and will oversee the engineering, procurement and erection of new biomass (wood waste fired) power plants and will be located in Philadelphia, PA. Projects range in excess of $150 Million. This position has been posted for candidate identification for an opening at a near future date.

Responsibilities include:

Coordination and management of a team of personnel in the AREVA offices, subcontractors for engineering, equipment supply and erection for the specific plant or project assigned.
Utilization of standard plant engineering and design to formulate the building of other projects and strive for overall cost reductions and continuous improvement.
Proposal development and award through execution and contract closeout.
Customer interaction, proposal development and target price development, P&L, planning, scheduling and control of project activities to achieve project objectives.
Providing project leadership for major biomass power plants design, procurement and construction.
Preparing project plans/schedules/materials to achieve project quality, reliability, cost and timing objectives.
Utilization approved project management methods and processes to execute medium risk projects of existing technology and methods to meet client needs and expectations.
Providing primary interface between project team, management and owner.
Developing assignments, timetables and responsibilities for team members for the duration of the project.
Coordination of multiple project activities including organizing and directing personnel, materials and equipment; utilizes team building skills to ensure satisfactory project performance.
Defines and forecasts needed skills to meet project objectives.
Manages P&L, cash flow and ensures attainment of expected cash position; manages revenue and cost declarations.

AREVA Group

With manufacturing facilities in 43 countries and a sales network in more than 100, AREVA offers customers reliable technological solutions for CO₂-free power generation and electricity transmission and distribution. We are the world leader in nuclear power and the only company to cover all industrial activities in this field.

Our 71,000 employees are committed to continuous improvement on a daily basis, making sustainable development the focal point of the group's industrial strategy.

AREVA's businesses help meet the 21^st century's greatest challenges: making energy available to all, protecting the planet, and acting responsibly towards future generations.

In US, AREVA is the leading nuclear vendor and a key player in the electricity transmission and distribution sector. AREVA Inc's 5,300 U.S. energy employees are committed to serving the US and paving the way for the future of the electricity market. With 45 locations across US and nearly $2 billion in energy revenues in 2007, AREVA Inc., through its subsidiaries, combines U.S. leadership, access to worldwide expertise and a proven track record of performance.

AREVA RENEWABLE Inc.

AREVA is strongly committed to renewable as part of its strategy to provide its customers with innovative, environmentally friendly sources of energy. The Business Unit AREVA Renewable Inc. offers a portfolio of renewable solutions including wind power, bioenergies and hydrogen energy.

AREVA Bioenergies, a branch of AREVA Renewable Inc., has a solid experience in the biomass sector having designed and built more than 100 biopower facilities in Europe, Asia and South America with capacity of more than 2,500 megawatts.

On September 24, 2008, AREVA and Duke Energy announced the formation of ADAGE™, an innovative joint venture dedicated to the development of green biopower energy solutions for U.S. electricity customers with the aim of becoming a US market leader in the Biopower activity. AREVA Bioenergies will be in charge of designing and building the biomass power plants developed by ADAGE on an EPC basis.

AREVA Renewable Inc. is looking for talents and skilled resources to form its US team to handle the engineering, procurement and construction of biomass power plants to be built across US.
Qualifications

All candidates must meet the following minimum requirements in order to be considered for this opportunity. Candidates who exceed minimum qualifications may be considered for a higher level position:

BS/BA in Engineering or related field, plus 15 years of project experience, or related experience in lieu of degree, plus 19 years of project experience.
Excellent knowledge of major PM plan development, implementation and administration.
Knowledge of power plants and project processes, procedures and tools.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work effectively with all levels of staff & management.
Ability to cultivate and maintain strong customer relationships.
Previous P&L responsibility.
Managed projects in excess of $100 million in revenue with multiple contractor lump sum contracts.
Experience in the management of integrated multiple sub-projects and project implementation strategy.

The following requirements are desired and will be used to differentiate all candidates who apply for this position.

Possess PMP certification.
Previous steam boiler power plant engineering construction management experience.
Good knowledge of power generation issues and requirements.
Project managed similar 50MW or larger steam boiler plant projects including engineering, procurement and construction teams.
Experience with international clients and staff.
Direct people management responsibilities.
Knowledge of risk management, project planning, scheduling, cost estimating, procurement, contracts and cost control and forecasting.

Travel: 25% of the time.

We offer competitive salaries, an excellent benefits package, and flexible work options, as well as a uniquely diverse and unified team of professionals. Our culture supports an environment where employees can continuously learn and gain professional growth through education, exciting projects and career mobility. AREVA recognizes your achievements and excellent performance through various performance incentive, recognition and reward programs. Our commitment is to you, the employee.

Come work in an environment that is driven by integrity, innovation and visionary thinking. Join AREVA today, revolutionize the energy industry and energize your future!

Job Code: ENG02953-PL

Date this job was posted: November 12, 2009
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