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Job Summary
The Project Management Specialist supports Vistra's Corporate Affairs organization by providing project management, coordination, and operational support for communications and community engagement initiatives.The role manages and measures project intake, schedules, milestones, documentation, dependencies, and risks to help ensure work moves efficiently from planning through execution.
This position coordinates complex initiatives spanning Corporate Affairs functions, including internal and executive communications, external communications, media relations, and community affairs, impacting sizeable audiences and multiple company departments.
The Project Management Specialist serves as a central point of coordination, helping teams stay aligned on priorities, responsibilities, timelines and deliverables, data collection and measurement, and lessons learned.
Job Description
Key Accountabilities
•Maintain project management plans, documentation, tracking systems, SharePoint sites, templates, and other project resources.
•Coordinate complex initiatives involving Corp Affairs and partners across the company, including Generation, Retail, Development, Strategic Affairs, Finance, Legal, Human Resources, Integration, and more.
•Manage the intake, routing, and planning of Corp Affairs requests, including speaking engagements, tours, internal communications support, and other business needs.
•Ensure planning and delivery of effective integrated communication solutions through collaborative working relationships with each functional area of Corp Affairs and company-wide partners, as appropriate.
•Coordinate work with internal partners, agencies, vendors, contractors, and freelancers to support Corporate Affairs and business strategies and timely execution.
•Build relationships with key business partners to help ensure Corporate Affairs is engaged early in major projects, campaigns, and organizational changes.
•Develop and maintain thorough understanding of the company’s key business objectives and goals.
•Maintain visibility into team priorities, project volume, deadlines, and resource needs.
•Capture lessons learned, measure effectiveness, and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
Education, Experience, & Skill Requirements
•4+ years of relevant work experience in project management
•Experience in communications, public relations, community affairs, public affairs, or energy industry is preferred
•Proficient computer skills in standard Windows programs; experience with project management software preferred
•Teamwork and collaboration skills at all levels within the organization
•Able to communicate complex issues effectively through written and verbal communication
•Experience should demonstrate high-level understanding of project management knowledge and techniques necessary to facilitate effective delivery of project objectives
•Experience should demonstrate organizational and time management tools and techniques
•Experience in interfacing with various internal cross functional support teams
•Self-managed overnight travel may be required
•HS Diploma or equivalency
Key Metrics
•Effectiveness of Corporate Affairs project implementation plans
•Efficiency of inbound request management
•Collaboration and communication with key stakeholders and other internal business functions within Vistra
•Ability to create and consistently produce reporting functions related to project management
Job Family
Public/Gov Rels/CommsCompany
Vistra Corporate Services CompanyLocations
Irving, TexasTexasIt 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 us at [email protected] to make a request.
Skills Required
- 4 or more years of relevant project management experience
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Proficiency with standard Windows computer programs
- Project management software experience
- Project management knowledge and techniques sufficient to facilitate project delivery
- Organizational and time management skills
- Experience interfacing with cross-functional internal support teams
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Teamwork and collaboration skills across organizational levels
- Experience in communications, public relations, community affairs, public affairs, or the energy industry
- Ability to self-manage overnight travel when required
Vistra Corp Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is often described as comprehensive and top-notch, with robust medical, dental, and vision options supported by HSAs. Wellbeing resources such as onsite or virtual care, counseling services, and fitness programs further strengthen the package.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings are highlighted by a 401(k) match up to 6% and access to employee stock programs. Feedback suggests these financial perks add meaningful long-term value to total compensation.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Performance bonuses are frequently noted as a meaningful part of pay. Feedback suggests these incentives reliably enhance overall compensation across many roles.
Vistra Corp Insights
What We Do
Vistra is a premier, integrated, Fortune 300 energy company based in Irving, Texas, providing essential resources for customers, commerce, and communities. Vistra combines an innovative, customer-centric approach to retail with safe, reliable, diverse, and efficient power generation. The company brings its products and services to market in 20 states and the District of Columbia, including six of the seven competitive power markets in the U.S. and markets in Canada and Japan, as well.
