Transmission Project Manager II, III or Sr.

Dairyland Power Cooperative • La Crosse, WI

1d • $89,000 - $176,700

About The Position

Are you ready to join an organization where we focus on People First, have fun at work and make a difference in what we do? Dairyland is proud of our People First culture centered around appreciation, celebrating wins and collaboration. We’ve worked hard to ensure alignment between our culture and our processes and systems, learning and development and rewards and recognition programs. As a team, we work together to leverage the team’s diverse perspectives, ideas and experiences to deliver nothing less than the best. We are collaborative, transparent and committed to our People and their work experience, growth and professional development. TRANSMISSION PROJECT MANAGER (LEVEL II, III or SR.) Hiring Salary for Level II: $89,000-$133,500 Hiring Salary for Level III: $102,400-153,600 Hiring Salary for Level Senior: $117,800-176,700 Compensation is determined by a combination of factors, including but not limited to education, work experience, and certifications. The actual offer may vary, reflecting the candidate's unique blend of experience, educational background, and skill level. The Transmission Project Manager will be responsible for managing Extra High Voltage (EHV) transmission line projects from planning through completion. This role coordinates across planning studies, environmental permitting, regulatory filings, engineering, procurement and construction to deliver safe, compliant projects on schedule and within budget. Level will be set based on experience and demonstrated project complexity.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, civil engineering, construction engineering/management or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of transmission line design, construction and regulatory requirements.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a project environment.
• Proficiency with project management tools (MS Project, Primavera or similar).
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel as needed.
• On-site project management experience preferred, substation commissioning oversight preferred.
• 4+ years project management (or related) experience including 2+ years supporting or managing transmission line projects
• 6+ years project management experience including 3+ years managing transmission line projects
• 8+ years project management experience including 3–5 years leading transmission line projects

Nice To Haves

• 345 kV+ transmission projects
• NEPA process experience
• Complex, multi-stakeholder project environments with partnering utilities
• PE license or PMP certification strongly preferred for Senior candidates

Responsibilities

• Build and manage project plans including scope, schedule, resources and budget
• Coordinate with internal SMEs, partnering utilities, consultants and contractors
• Support or lead permitting and approvals with regulatory agencies (NEPA experience preferred)
• Lead day-to-day execution activities across engineering, procurement, construction and commissioning
• Track progress, costs and schedule, escalate risks and drive issue resolution
• Facilitate project meetings and communicate updates to stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality and environmental requirements
• Maintain project documentation and document control (including SharePoint site)
• Lead or support closeout activities including documentation, financial close and asset tracking
• Capture lessons learned and support continuous improvement
• Supports portions of project scope, coordinates day-to-day tasks, escalates complex issues, supports budget tracking and forecasting.
• Manages full project scope for assigned projects, owns schedule and budget performance, mitigates risks, resolves most stakeholder issues independently.
• Leads large-scale or highly complex projects, provides overall accountability for scope delivery, handles sensitive stakeholder issues, delivers executive-level updates, mentors others or leads multiple projects.

Benefits

• Health & disability benefits (medical, dental, vision, short & long-term disability)
• Life insurance
• Generous 401(k) and Pension Plans
• Paid Time Off
• Robust Wellness Program
• New Flexible Work Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• So much more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees