Power Plant Chemist

Who We Are

As the largest private-sector power producer in the world and the nation's largest producer of clean and reliable energy, Constellation is focused on our purpose: lighting the way to a brilliant tomorrow for all. We have been the leader in clean energy production for more than a decade, and we are cultivating a workplace where our employees can grow, thrive, and contribute. Now integrated with Calpine, our portfolio includes 55 gigawatts of capacity from nuclear, natural gas, geothermal, hydro, wind and solar facilities, with the generating capacity to power the equivalent of 27 million homes.

Our culture and employee experience make it clear: We are powered by passion and purpose. Together, we're creating healthier communities and a cleaner planet, and our people are the driving force behind our success. At Constellation, you can build a fulfilling career with opportunities to learn, grow and make an impact. By doing our best work and meeting new challenges, we can accomplish great things. Join us in meeting the country's energy needs today and tomorrow.

Total Rewards

Constellation offers an extensive selection of benefits and rewards to help our employees thrive professionally and personally. We provide competitive compensation and a wide-range of benefits that support both employees and their families, helping them prepare for the future. In addition to highly competitive salaries, eligible employees are offered a bonus program, 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase program; comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits, including robust wellbeing programs; disability and life insurance benefits; paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick days; and much more.

Expected salary range of $120,600 to $134,000, varies based on experience, along with comprehensive benefits package that includes bonus and 401(k).

Constellation is looking for a Project Manager/Chemistry Expert at our Los Medanos Energy Center located in Pittsburg, California.

Primary Purpose of Position

The primary responsibility of the Project Manager includes providing project management services in accordance with Constellation Power project management policies and procedures. This position provides leadership for project teams in the successful implementation of those policies and procedures for non-strategic initiatives and site projects.

Primary Duties and Accountabilities

• Project management of major projects as assigned
• Meet project management deliverables
• Prepare project authorization/justification documents and oversee implementation.
• Execute effective contract management processes
• Prepare cost estimates and track project budgets
• Provide leadership and project management support to plant operations, engineering, and maintenance, utilizing excellent interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills.
• Work with station outage managers to align project planning and outage planning; align project planning with plant operations.
• General support and development of project management processes and procedures. Ability to work in ambiguous situations with little direction
• All other job assignments and/or duties pursuant to company policy or as directed by management to include but not limited to: (Department duty coverage and/or call out, and positions outside of department in support of outage activities etc.)

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or science with 5 years related experience OR
• Associate's degree in business, engineering, or science with 7 years related experience OR
• High school diploma/GED with 9 years related experience
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite applications (Excel a must)
• Project Management Institute (PMI) certified, or certification complete within 2 years of starting position
• Experience with project budgeting, cost tracking/control, and cost estimating
• Maintain minimum access requirements, as applicable, and favorable medical examination and/or testing in accordance with position duties

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering 

• Knowledge of balance of plant (BOP) and turbine control systems required

• Detailed understanding of combined cycle power plant operation required

• Master's degree in business, engineering or related field
• Supervisory or management experience
• Experience in plant operation and/or maintenance
• Experience in contract management and / or Asset Suite 9 supply system
• General knowledge of financial analysis processes for large capital projects
• General knowledge of plant environmental issues and regulations