Utility Project Manager – Substations & Transmission

IES Electrical; Omaha (NE); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical-Dental-Vision insurance

Paid holidays & PTO

Competitive pay

Job summary

IES Commercial, Inc. – DBA IES Electrical is seeking a Project Manager - Utility Line to oversee substations, transmission, and distribution projects across Nebraska, Kansas, South Dakota, and Iowa.

Responsibilities include budgeting, scheduling, subcontract administration, procurement, and ensuring safety compliance. Travel is required, with residency in NE/KS/MO/IA/SD or relocation to support hybrid work. Strong MS Office and MS Project skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of project management experience.
• Minimum 2 years of experience with substations, transmission line work, or distribution work.
• Knowledge of utility line and substation safety.
• Must pass pre-employment drug test and background checks.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Substations, Transmission, and/or Distribution projects to meet contractual adherence.
• Develop and manage the project budget, financial tracking, and owner billings.
• Develop and maintain the master project schedule.
• Coordinate construction efforts with management and site supervision.

Skills

Project management

Driver's license

Tools

MS Office

Microsoft Project

Job description

IES Commercial, Inc. – DBA IES Electrical is seeking a Project Manager - Utility Line to oversee substations, transmission, and distribution projects across Nebraska, Kansas, South Dakota, and Iowa.

Responsibilities include budgeting, scheduling, subcontract administration, procurement, and ensuring safety compliance. Travel is required, with residency in NE/KS/MO/IA/SD or relocation to support hybrid work. Strong MS Office and MS Project skills are essential.