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Forman Ford

Project Manager

Cedar Rapids, IA

Essential Duties and Responsibilities -Oversee all project controls including budget, scheduling, efficiencies, documentation and quality. -Be able to manage multiple projects Project Management ...

Forman Ford

Project Manager

Urbandale, IA

Essential Duties and Responsibilities -Oversee all project controls including budget, scheduling, efficiencies, documentation and quality. -Be able to manage multiple projects Project Management ...

FormanFord

Project Manager

Urbandale, IA · On-site

Essential Duties and Responsibilities -Oversee all project controls including budget, scheduling, efficiencies, documentation and quality. -Be able to manage multiple projects Project Management ...

Loenbro

Area Manager

Cedar Rapids, IA · On-site

Project Controls: * Along with the rest of the Regional Management team, ensure that projects adhere to the standards set forth by the Loenbro Project Controls group for each project. This includes ...

Baker Group

Systems Specialist - Industrial

Ankeny, IA · On-site

Support the Project Controls team by understanding the applications and tools that are managed through the Industrial BU by researching best practices, documenting procedures, developing plans for ...

Baker Group

Systems Specialist - Industrial

Ankeny, IA · On-site

Support the Project Controls team by understanding the applications and tools that are managed through the Industrial BU by researching best practices, documenting procedures, developing plans for ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Manager Project Controls, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Manager Project Controls, you need expertise in project management, cost control, scheduling, and risk analysis, typically supported by a degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field. Familiarity with tools like Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, and earned value management (EVM) systems, as well as certifications such as PMP or CCP, is highly valued. Strong leadership, analytical thinking, and effective communication are essential soft skills for coordinating teams and stakeholders. These skills and qualifications ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget, while maintaining quality and mitigating risks.

What are some common challenges faced by a Manager Project Controls, and how can they be effectively managed?

Manager Project Controls often encounter challenges such as maintaining accurate project schedules, managing cost overruns, and ensuring timely communication across diverse project teams. Balancing competing priorities and adapting to changing project scopes also require strong analytical and interpersonal skills. Effective management involves implementing robust project control systems, fostering open communication with stakeholders, and regularly reviewing project metrics to identify and address potential issues early. Building strong relationships with project managers, engineers, and finance teams is crucial for aligning project objectives and ensuring project success.

What are Manager Project Controls?

A Manager Project Controls is a professional responsible for overseeing the planning, scheduling, cost estimating, risk assessment, and performance measurement of projects within an organization. They ensure that projects are delivered on time and within budget by implementing effective control systems and processes. This role involves coordinating with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders to monitor progress and identify potential issues before they impact project outcomes. Manager Project Controls play a critical role in improving project efficiency, minimizing risks, and ensuring successful project delivery.

What is the difference between Manager Project Controls vs Project Scheduler?

AspectManager Project ControlsProject Scheduler
Primary FocusOversees overall project cost, schedule, and risk managementDevelops and maintains project schedules and timelines
CertificationsPMI-SP, PMP, or similar; often requires experience in project controlsPrimarily PMI-SP or scheduling-specific certifications
Work EnvironmentManagement level, coordinating across teams and departmentsTechnical role focused on schedule development and updates
Industry UsageCommon in construction, engineering, and large-scale projectsUsed in similar industries, often as a supporting role

The Manager Project Controls oversees the entire project control process, including cost, schedule, and risk management, while the Project Scheduler focuses specifically on creating and maintaining project schedules. Both roles require related certifications and are integral to project success, but they differ in scope and responsibilities.

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Senior Project Manager - Construction

Alliantenergy

Cedar Rapids, IA • Hybrid

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 18 days ago

Job description

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.

Alliant Energy is seeking a Senior Project Manager - Construction to lead large, complex gas projects from planning through execution. This hybrid role offers flexibility while including travel to project sites, where you'll partner with cross-functional teams to deliver safe, reliable energy solutions. If you bring strong experience in gas or power generation projects and thrive in a visible, hands-on leadership role, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact

Job Summary
Senior Project Manager is responsible for the successful initiation, planning, development, administration, risk management, implementation, control, and closure of large-sized projects across multiple business units through the Alliant Energy Program and Project Management department. The Senior Project Manager will work on gas projects so experience in power generation projects and gas generation is essential.


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 Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree Preferred

  • Certification Project Management Professional (PMP) certification Preferred


Required Experience

  • 5 years of experience in project management managing medium to large sized, complex project


Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Certification achievement of a Project Management Professional certification within 12 months of employment is required.

  • Ability to analyze and solve problems of a moderate nature and implement an effective solution.

  • Ability to organize large project plans and effectively document accordingly.

  • Demonstrated ability to plan and carry out responsibilities with a minimum of direction.

  • Demonstrated effective leadership and team skills.

  • Ability to develop and apply performance measures.

  • Demonstrated effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.

  • Demonstrated ability to use computer software programs (e.g., e-mail, word processing, spreadsheet, and project management).

  • Ability to work effectively in a collaborative and inclusive work environment.


Key Skills

  • Change Management Construction Management Contract Management Cost Management Project and Program Management Project Controls Project Management Governance Quality Management Risk Management Schedule Management Stakeholder Management


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:

$125,000-$135,000

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.

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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.

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.

Applicants in need of a reasonable accommodation for any part of the hiring process, please email talent@alliantenergy.com.

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