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.

　　Embark on a transformative journey towards a sustainable energy future for the vibrant communities of Iowa and Wisconsin! If you're fueled by a passion for shaping tomorrow, seize this opportunity to join us as our Senior Project Manager in our newly established Federal Funding Office. As project manager of our Federal Funding initiatives, a pivotal focus in Alliant Energy's strategy, you will be responsible for leading the development and implementation of the varying funding cycles to secure federal funding for us and our customers.

　　Your role extends to collaborating with internal teams, customers, industry organizations, and vendors to ensure successful execution of our funding initiatives. Dive into regulatory proceedings, monitor legislation, and leverage your expertise to navigate the complexities of securing federal funding. This hybrid-remote position, reporting to either the Cedar Rapids, IA , or Madison, WI office, is an invitation for innovative minds residing in Iowa or Wisconsin to contribute to a greener, more sustainable future through effective federal funding management. Join us on this impactful journey! 

　　What you will do

　　Understands and utilizes the Alliant Energy project management methodologies and processes based on Project Management Institute (PMI) for project delivery in order to achieve scope, schedule, and cost objectives, while effectively managing risks that have the potential to affect project deliverables.

　　Determines specific business needs and deliverables of a project, and utilizing project management tools, establishes and manages the costs, resources, performance measurements, timeline, and technical objective required to complete the project and meet the expected project outcome.

　　Determines appropriate project resource and staffing skillsets, including determining the level of expertise needed to complete a project while assessing strategies that can be made to reduce the overall project risk factor.

　　Manages applicable project contracts in conjunction with sourcing personnel.

　　Ensures that the work is completed to specifications and is on schedule as specified in the contract.

　　Responsible for development and execution of communication and stakeholder management plans related to projects, including the development and reporting of project status, risks, and progress to stakeholders in an agreed to format, frequency, material content, and audience for the communications.

　　Ensures training needs are met for project team members and users of project.

　　Upon completion of projects, ensures operational teams are properly trained, work orders are closed, all related finance charges are handled, team members are reassigned, documentation is in order, and a smooth transition of deliverables occurs.

　　Provides support to and mentors others in the use of organizational change management methodology and business consulting support as needed within the context of program and project management to aid in assurance of achievement of strategic objectives.

　　May be responsible for performing a cost/benefit analysis of the project and ensuring feasibility.

　　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

　　Bachelor's Degree is preferred.

　　Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is preferred.

　　Required Experience

　　5 years of experience in project management managing medium to large sized, complex projects.Key Skills

　　Change Management • Contract Management • Cost Management • Project and Program Management • Project Controls • Project Management Governance • Quality Management • Risk Management • Schedule Management • Stakeholder ManagementIt's not just what we do; it's how we do it.

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　　Alliant Energy is committed to providing an inclusive work environment for all 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 expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

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

　　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.

　　Alliant Energy and subsidiaries is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity in the workplace. Applicants in need of a reasonable accommodation for any part of the hiring process, please email [email protected].

　　It's an exciting time to join Alliant Energy! Our innovative thinking and fresh, sustainable approach to energy sets us apart. If you're looking for a place that values diverse backgrounds, offers flexible work options and wants to build better communities and a better tomorrow, consider a career with Alliant Energy.

　　At Alliant Energy, our employees make a difference by delivering an essential service for our customers and communities every day. We care about our employees. We want them to be safe, happy and healthy.

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