Project Coordinator/Senior Project Coordinator/Project Manager

Nebraska Public Power District; York (NE); On-site; USD 105,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401K retirement plan

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Job summary

Nebraska Public Power District is seeking a Project Coordinator/Senior Project Coordinator/Project Manager to plan, schedule, and track complex projects across multiple sites in NE. The role emphasizes safety, cost control, and timely delivery, with opportunities for growth in a supportive utility environment.

The position offers a clear pathway through the project lifecycle, working with diverse teams. Pay scales are disclosed for each grade, and travel is up to 25% within Nebraska.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Arts (BA) or Bachelor of Science (BS) degree (preferably in a technical field) and five years of experience.
• Associate's degree in a technical discipline and a minimum of seven years of experience.
• High school diploma/General Educational Development (GED) and a minimum of nine years of experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Proficiently execute project management best practices from assignment to closeout and ensure that all phases of the projects meet approved safety, cost, schedule, and quality requirements.
• Understand and operate the SAP Project Systems Module.
• Maintain an active interface with the customer and assure the customer criteria and objectives are met and the customer is kept fully aware of progress and participates in major decisions.
• Plan, assemble, organize, supervise, and maintain a project management team to successfully execute all phases of projects.
• Plan, schedule, and execute all phase projects in accordance with District project management policies and guidelines.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Education

BA/BS in technical field

Associate's degree in technical discipline

HS diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Job description

Project Coordinator/Senior Project Coordinator/Project Manager

Salary Range - $9,430.00 -$12,023.00
Locations: Various/Negotiable, NE Columbus General Office, Kearney Operations Center, Norfolk Operations Center, York Operations Center
Posting Date: Tuesday August 25th, 2026
Closing Date: Tuesday September 8th, 2026

Are you hard-working and eager to make a meaningful impact in the ever-emerging energy industry? Come join us!

By joining the Nebraska Public Power District team, you’re becoming part of a close-knit community that embodies the values and traditions of the state. More than generating and delivering power, we empower our employees to thrive both personally and professionally. With safety at the helm, we have created a supportive and inclusive work environment that fosters innovation and growth. Here, you’re not just an employee; you're a valued member of a family that respects and supports each other.

Our power grid has been consistently ranked one of the most reliable and resilient, but our reputation for excellence extends beyond our customer service to our employee satisfaction. Many of our team members have built lifelong careers here, advancing through the ranks thanks to our robust training programs and opportunities for professional development. With us, you’ll find a place where your efforts are recognized and rewarded, where you’re making a deep impact on the communities around you, and where you can truly power a career that you can be proud of.

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Position Summary

The incumbent uses specific methodology to plan, schedule, and track project work; and uses identified tools to collect, compute, and format the entire range of project data relative to work performed, deadlines, schedules, cost, cash flow, and a variety of other information.

The incumbent applies an overall approach to assemble a comprehensive plan and cover all areas of work which is at all times flexible and will quickly and accurately reflect the effects of any changes in any aspect of the project plan.

The incumbent is responsible for ensuring that assigned projects are safely executed on schedule, within cost limits, and to the quality specified.

Education, Training And Experience

• Bachelor of Arts (BA) or Bachelor of Science (BS) degree (preferably in a technical field) and five years of experience.
• Associate's degree in a technical discipline and a minimum of seven years of experience.
• High school diploma/General Educational Development (GED) and a minimum of nine years of experience is required.

Prior Related Experience

Experience preferred to be in engineering, operations, work control, maintenance, technology, or related functions at an electric utility. Previous nuclear experience is strongly preferred for nuclear positions.

Licenses and/or Certifications

The incumbent is required to obtain Project Management Professional (PMP) certification within one year of position acceptance.

Prerequisite Requirements For PMP Certification

• BA/BS degree, 4,500 hours of qualified* project management experience, and 36 non-overlapping months of qualified* project management experience.
• High school diploma, 7,500 hours of qualified* project management experience, and 60 non-overlapping months of qualified* project management experience.

Qualified Experience Includes Project Responsibilities In The Following Areas

• Initiating Processes
• Planning Processes
• Executing Processes
• Controlling Processes
• Closing Processes

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Proficiently execute project management best practices from assignment to closeout and ensure that all phases of the projects meet approved safety, cost, schedule, and quality requirements.
• Understand and operate the Systems, Applications and Products in Data Processing (SAP) Project Systems Module. (External hires must complete Project Systems Module training prior to being assigned a project.)
• Maintain an active interface with the customer and assure the customer criteria and objectives are met and the customer is kept fully aware of progress and participates in major decisions.
• Plan, assemble, organize, supervise, and maintain a project management team to successfully execute all phases of projects. Administer all policies and procedures associated with project personnel. Define and manage interfaces.
• Plan, schedule, and execute all phase projects in accordance with District project management policies and guidelines. Decide the degree of detailed planning necessary to effectively manage each phase project.
• Develop contracting and material procurement strategies that optimize cost, schedule, and quality considerations in conjunction with procurement and contracts. Negotiate changes to contracts within the general scope of work with support of contract administration.
• Establish project control and risk mitigation strategies and ensure their implementation to evaluate critical elements of the work and identify forecasted variances from plans so that corrective action can be taken in a timely manner.
• Accountable for other duties as assigned.

Core Competencies

• Customer Focus
• Employees & Teamwork/Diversity & Inclusion
• Integrity/Excellence
• Public Service/Environmental Stewardship
• Safety

Salary Information

Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary with opportunities for growth. In addition to the base salary range listed below, NPPD employees may also be eligible for our Annual Incentive Program (AIP) that may supplement total compensation at a level above and beyond the stated salary range. Successful applicants will be provided more information regarding the incentive program at the time of an interview.

Project Coordinator

Pay Grade: 13

Typical Pay Grade Starting Salary Range: $7,668 - $9,081

Senior Project Coordinator

Pay Grade: 14

Typical Pay Grade Starting Salary Range: $8,720 - $10,478

Project Manager

Pay Grade - 15 Monthly

Typical Pay Grade Starting Salary Range: $9,430.00 - $12,023.00

Travel Required:

Up to 25% (With no or minimal overnight stays, less than 3 per month, typically within state of Nebraska) Travel required may fluctuate by business need. This is an estimate and will be discussed further with candidates that receive an interview.

Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary and an excellent benefits package including medical and dental insurance, 401K retirement plan, paid holidays, paid vacation, paid medical, training opportunities and more.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact Human Resources at Nebraska Public Power District.

Nebraska Public Power District is an Equal Opportunity Employer