What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Specialist II Substation position at Interstate Power & Light Co.?
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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 has an exciting opportunity for a Construction Specialist II. Our Construction Specialist II is responsible for coordinating utility job site construction including safety, material, and equipment staging and delivery, work packet completion, customer interaction and other construction activities. This position is also responsible for ensuring quality of construction and correct charging of materials, labor, and equipment.
What you will do
- Works under the direction of construction management and within established policies, procedures, and standards.
- Ensures adherence to work, project schedules, standards, procedures and “as constructed” drawings are appropriately documented and returned to engineering.
- Monitors quality of work performed by construction crew.
- Demonstrates leadership in the area of safety, including observing and enforcing safety rules and operating practices, encouraging safe work behaviors, and promptly correcting conditions and unsafe work behaviors.
- Coordinates processes by working with project and construction managers, operations managers, contractors, customers, and a variety of company personnel.
- Coordinates material returns and project closure activities.
- Understands and applies multiple labor contracts and contractor general agreements and pricing. Approves invoices with the level of approval authority.
- May begin to develop or advance knowledge and understanding of switching/valving.
- 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.
- Associate Degree Construction Management or Utility Construction or other related field Preferred
Required Experience
- 5 years of related experience
Preferred Experience
- Experience working in the construction or utility industry
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Effective leadership skills.
- Effective computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
- Knowledge of project management methods.
- Working knowledge of electric, gas, substation and construction standards, design standards, work methods, equipment, electric equipment maintenance and materials. Demonstrated ability to read and understand utility maps, plan and profiles, substation construction prints and drawings. Ability to interpret right of way easements and agency permits.
- Knowledge of applicable safety rules, applicable gas and electrical codes or DOT regulations and governmental agency regulations.
- Ability to apply union contracts.
- Knowledge of internal accounting policies. Understanding of agreements with contractors doing construction work.
- Knowledge of environmental regulations, policies and procedures.
- Demonstrated effective interpersonal, verbal, written and communications skills.
- Works in a diverse and inclusive environment.
Key Skills
- • Construction Management • Emergency Response • Issue Management • Occupational Health and Safety Management • Outage Management • Quality Standards 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:
70,500.00 - $91,670.00This 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.
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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 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.
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 talent@alliantenergy.com.
Salary : $70,500 - $91,670
