Project Manager I - Transmission

Dairyland Power Cooperative; La Crosse (WI); On-site; USD 68,800 - 103,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & disability benefits

401(k) and Pension Plans

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Dairyland Power Cooperative is seeking a Project Coordinator in La Crosse, Wisconsin, to provide administrative and project coordination support for Extra High Voltage Transmission Line projects. The role includes assisting with project planning, execution, and stakeholder management, ensuring projects are completed safely and on time.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in engineering and have experience in project coordination. Benefits include health insurance, 401(k) plans, and a flexible work program.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in project coordination, engineering, or construction preferred.
• Exposure to transmission line projects or project management processes is preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing project plans, including scope, schedule, resources, and budget.
• Provide administrative support for day-to-day project activities.
• Assist in preparing for project meetings and documenting meeting minutes.
• Track project expenses and maintain financial records.
• Support compliance with industry and regulatory standards.
• Assist with closeout activities, including documentation and recordkeeping.

Skills

Project coordination

Communication skills

Teamwork

Understanding of transmission line design

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, civil engineering, or related field

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Job description

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.

Hiring Salary Range: $68,800 - $103,200

PURPOSE:

Provide administrative and project coordination support for Extra High Voltage (EHV) Transmission Line projects from planning through completion. Assist the project team and partnering utilities with data collection, documentation, and basic project tracking. Support activities such as estimating inputs, financial tracking, and schedule updates to help ensure projects are completed safely, on time, within scope, and within budget. Coordinate with internal teams across planning, permitting, engineering, procurement, and construction under the guidance of project leadership.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Project Planning and Initiation: Assist in developing project plans, including scope, schedule, resources, and budget. Support collaboration with SMEs to develop strategies to meet major milestones. Assist SMEs, partners, and consultants in obtaining necessary permits and approvals. Support the definition of project goals, deliverables, and performance criteria. Assist in the setup and maintenance of document control and SharePoint site.
• Project Execution: Provide administrative support for day-to-day project activities. Assist with coordination between engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning teams. Support monitoring of consultants and contractors for compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards. Track and report project progress to the project team.
• Stakeholder Management: Assist in preparing for project meetings and documenting meeting minutes. Support communication with stakeholders. Escalate stakeholder concerns to project team members.
• Budget and Cost Management: Assist in tracking project expenses and maintaining financial records. Support cost control tracking and reporting. Compile data for financial reports.
• Quality and Compliance: Support compliance with industry and regulatory standards. Assist in QA/QC documentation and processes. Help coordinate inspections and audits.
• Project Closure: Assist with closeout activities, including documentation and recordkeeping. Support lessons learned documentation. Assist in verifying completion of deliverables.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, civil engineering, construction engineering/management, or a related field required. 2 years of experience in project coordination, engineering, construction, or a related field preferred. Exposure to transmission line projects, utility environments, or project management processes is preferred. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

Skills: Basic understanding of transmission line design, construction, and regulatory requirements. Developing communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to manage multiple tasks with guidance and work in a team environment. Exposure to project management software and tools (e.g., MS Project, Primavera) preferred. Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel as needed. Exposure to utility, construction, or engineering environments is preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear, frequently stand, walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Dairyland 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!

Dairyland Power Cooperative is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. If you are an individual with disabilities who needs accommodation or you are having difficulty using our website to apply for employment, contact our HR Department at 608-788-4000.