Lead Project Manager – Construction

Alliant Energy

. Lead planning, execution, and delivery of major generation and energy infrastructure projects .

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead planning, execution, and delivery of major generation and energy infrastructure projects
Develop and construct Combustion Turbine Simple Cycle power plants and other critical energy facilities
Collaborate with engineering, operations, environmental, regulatory, supply chain, and construction partners from concept through commissioning
Balance safety, schedule, cost, quality, and stakeholder expectations
Conduct project stage-gate and periodic quality reviews for high-risk, costly, value-added, or large complex projects
Support program and project governance responsibilities
Develop and deliver updated program and project management processes and training materials
Explain program and project management execution to sponsors, customers, and stakeholders
Guide project managers through the project lifecycle
Maintain understanding of the project portfolio and communicate with sponsors, customers, and stakeholders
Escalate portfolio risks and issues and lead troubled initiatives back on course
Apply program management methodology across strategic alignment, benefits management, stakeholder engagement, integration management, and program risk management
Support and mentor others in organizational change management methodology
Provide direct program management services for large strategic programs
Perform other duties supporting Alliant Energy’s values and purpose

Requirements

What you’ll need

Lead Project Manager: 8 years professional experience in program or project management managing multiple large projects
Principal Project Manager: 15+ years professional experience in program or project management managing multiple large projects
Principal Project Manager: 10+ years combined experience managing large construction projects in gas turbine generation, wind generation, solar generation, LNG storage, or energy storage systems
Bachelor's Degree in Project Management, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field required for the Principal Project Manager level; preferred for the Lead Project Manager level
PMP certification required or must be attained within 8 months of hire date
Expert knowledge of project management areas including Scope, Time, Cost, Risk, Resource, Quality, Communication, and Contract Management
Extensive experience leading and mentoring staff in Project/Program Management for large construction projects
Understanding of relevant industry standards, best practices, and regulatory requirements, including IRA tax implications and prevailing wage, apprenticeship, and Davis-Bacon Act issues
Ability to analyze and solve complex problems and implement effective solutions
Ability to organize large program and project plans and document them effectively
Understanding of project management methodology and ability to improve program and project management practices
Ability to plan and carry out responsibilities with minimal direction
Effective leadership, team, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
Ability to develop and apply performance measures
Demonstrated ability to use email, word processing, spreadsheet, and project management software
Ability to work effectively in a collaborative and inclusive work environment
Successful completion of a background check and drug screen where applicable
Visa sponsorship not supported

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive pay
Comprehensive health benefits
Retirement benefits
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Annual incentive program
Competitive compensation and benefit programs
Reasonable accommodation for any part of the hiring process