Team Lead - Utility Construction Contract Management

Alliant Energy Corporation; Beloit (WI); On-site; USD 94,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

Alliant Energy is seeking a Team Lead for Utility Construction Contract Management to serve as a strategic liaison among contractors, operations leadership, and internal stakeholders. The role focuses on standardizing practices, resolving complex contract issues, and developing team capability for safe, efficient, and cost-effective utility construction operations.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or related field, and about 5 years of

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or related field.
• 5 years experience in utility construction industry or related experience.
• Supervisory experience or equivalent preferred; includes project management, leadership roles, or similar experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead utility construction contract activities ensuring alignment with standards, regulatory requirements and objectives.
• Supervise and develop a team of contract specialists; set expectations and coach performance.
• Oversee contractor performance and compliance; direct field audits and corrective actions.
• Coordinate with operations and internal stakeholders to support project planning, execution, and compliance tracking.
• Manage contract risk and issue resolution with timely escalation and mitigation.
• Drive process improvement and standardization in contract management practices to reduce costs and boost efficiency.
• Lead communication, implementation, and training for contracts to ensure understanding of standards and policies.

Skills

Construction Management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Issue Management

Maintenance Management

Outage Management

Quality Management

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Team Lead Utility Construction Contract Management

Bring YOUR energy to Alliant Energy! At Alliant Energy, our purpose is to serve customers and build stronger communities. We are passionate about powering beyond the market challenges of today, while powering what's next in energy. When our employees say "I am energy", it means they take pride in the work we do when disaster strikes, as well as all the days in between. We want you to be safe, happy and healthy. That's why we prioritize safety, offer volunteer opportunities and provide competitive pay, comprehensive health and retirement benefits, tuition reimbursement and paid time off.

This role serves as a strategic liaison between contractors, operations leadership, and internal stakeholders to ensure consistent contract execution, regulatory compliance, and contractor performance.

Team Lead is responsible for driving standardization, resolving complex contract issues, improving processes, and developing team capability to support safe, efficient, and cost-effective utility construction operations.

What you will do

• Performs all leadership duties including, but not limited to, hiring and rewarding talent, fostering an inclusive and safe workplace, partnering with employees to set clear goals and expectations, providing timely and specific feedback on performance, developing improvement plans to address performance gaps, addressing conflict with care and respect, identifying opportunities for growth and development, embracing and modeling a mindset of lifelong learning, ensuring employees report to work fit for duty, adhering to our Code of Conduct and modeling Alliant Energy's Core Values at all times.
• Lead and oversee utility construction contract activities, ensuring alignment with company standards, regulatory requirements, and project objectives while holding the team accountable for consistent execution.
• Supervise and develop a team of contract specialists, including setting expectations, managing workload, coaching performance, and serving as the escalation point for complex contract and contractor issues.
• Oversee contractor performance and compliance, directing field audits and reviews to ensure safety, quality, and billing accuracy, and driving corrective actions where needed.
• Coordinate with operations and internal stakeholders to support project planning, execution, and compliance tracking, ensuring alignment across teams and priorities.
• Manage contract risk and issue resolution, ensuring timely identification, escalation, and mitigation of risks, discrepancies, and performance concerns.
• Drive process improvement and standardization in contract management practices to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve contractor outcomes.
• Lead communication, implementation, and training for contracts, ensuring team members and stakeholders understand standards, policies, and expectations, while supporting effective contractor and customer interactions.
• 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.

Education Requirements

Bachelor's Degree Business Administration, Engineering, or related field.

Preferred Experience

• 5 years experience in utility construction industry or related experience.
• Supervisory experience or equivalent preferred. (Equivalent supervisory experiences may include project management, providing work direction, leadership experience through temporary assignments, roles in the community or external organizations, or other demonstrated leadership experience).
• Experience in contract management.

Other Requirements

Must possess a valid driver's license.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Advanced knowledge of utility construction practices, work methods, and standards.
• Knowledge of safety regulations, codes, and compliance requirements.
• Ability to interpret utility maps, construction drawings, and specifications.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in business systems and project management tools.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.

Key Skills

• Construction Management
• Gas Distribution Systems Management
• Issue Management
• Maintenance Management
• Outage Management
• Quality Management Standards
• Troubleshooting

Our people are passionate about what they do, the product they sell, and the customers they serve. If you're looking for an opportunity to be a part of a work family that values collaboration, innovation and dedication, we're the right company for you.

Alliant Energy offers a comprehensive total rewards package including competitive compensation and benefit programs. Information on these benefit programs is available on our Careers site.

Pay Range

$93,500-$128,500

This position is eligible to participate in the annual incentive program. The final salary offered will generally fall within this range and is dependent on various factors including but not limited to the responsibilities of the position, experience, skill set, internal pay equity and other relevant qualifications of the applicant.

It's not just what we do; it's how we do it. Live Safety. Everyone. Always. Make Things Better. Care For Others. Do The Right Thing. Act For Tomorrow. Think Beyond. Be Bold.

Alliant Energy and its subsidiaries are committed to creating a culture of belonging and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by law.

All candidates selected for employment with Alliant Energy will be required to successfully complete a background check, and a drug screen where applicable.

Visa sponsorship not supported.

Disclaimer: The above information on this description has been crafted to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not crafted to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

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