Project Manager II - Distribution

Alliant Energy•Centerville, IA

About The Position

Project Manager II is responsible for the successful initiation, planning, development, administration, risk management, implementation, control, and closure of medium- to large-sized projects. This role manages basic to complex electric or gas projects including management of engineering, material acquisition, and construction aspects to complete projects as scheduled and within budget. Coordinates required engineering and construction resources, materials, tools and equipment associated with new customer work, system rebuilds, and maintenance and reliability projects to support system growth, and emergency response work.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree Emphasis in project management, project management, engineering, or related area
3 years of experience in project management managing medium to large sized projects
Change Management
Construction Management
Contract Management
Cost Management
Project and Program Management
Project Controls
Project Management Governance
Quality Management
Project Risk Management
Schedule Management
Stakeholder Management

Responsibilities

Performs basic to complex project management work for assigned process including understanding customer needs, selecting equipment and material, scheduling and coordinating all internal and external engineering and construction resources.
Applies project management concepts to construction projects to facilitate the timely completion of work and prudent cost control.
Oversees the field engineering resources in the design and implementation of construction and maintenance work.
Interacts with customers regarding work performed. Also ensures customer interactions associated with other processes are handled promptly and efficiently.
Works with operations and construction managers to manage the construction phase of projects. This includes managing crew productivity, ensuring the efficient execution of the construction process, identifying equipment requirements, removing barriers for construction crew, making arrangements for staging area, and other activities associated with cost effective execution of the work.
Understands and enforces rules set by regulatory bodies, e.g., Department of Transportation (DOT), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Department of Natural Resources (DNR), Iowa Utilities Board (IUB), and Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (PSCW) and Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) related requirements.
Supports regional efforts during storm restoration, including but not limited to, management of internal or external construction resources.
Responsible for being a contact to emergency government personnel.
Acts as a decision-maker during life-threatening emergency situations involving facilities, people and property.
Understands, interprets, and manages contracts with contract service providers.
Maintains excellent relationships with contractors and effectively utilizes contractor crews.
Engages in other duties as needed that support Alliant Energy’s Values and helps deliver on our Purpose to serve customers and build stronger communities.