Assistant PM Major Projects- Power Generation Construction

Position: Assistant PM Major Projects-New Power Generation Construction
Job Summary The Assistant PM Major Projects
- Generation Construction supports the planning, coordination, and execution of capital and construction projects by applying foundational project management principles under the guidance of a Project Manager or Senior Project Manager. This role assists across the full project life cycle—including initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, transition to operations, and close‑out—while developing project management capabilities and ensuring project objectives related to safety, cost, schedule, quality, and stakeholder satisfaction are achieved.

The Assistant Project Manager collaborates with engineering, construction, project controls, contractors, and internal stakeholders to support safe, reliable, and cost‑effective project delivery in accordance with industry best practices, NIPSCO Organizational Process Assets, and Project Management Guidelines and Standards.

Essential Functions Supports project integration activities across the project life cycle, including initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, control, and transition to operations

Assists in defining and managing project scope, including safety, cost, schedule, quality, and resource objectives

Supports development and maintenance of project schedules, cost estimates, budgets, forecasts, and performance tracking tools

Assists with quality management activities to ensure project deliverables meet requirements and customer expectations

Identifies project risks and assists with risk mitigation planning and issue tracking

Supports procurement activities, including coordination with suppliers and contractors under established processes

Assists in monitoring contractor performance and field construction activities for safety, quality, and compliance

Supports invoice review, cost tracking, and project documentation accuracy

Applies schedule and cost management tools to support delivery within approved project objectives

Utilizes project management information systems (PMIS), scheduling software, and reporting tools to support project controls

Effectively communicates project information, status updates, and issues to project leaders and stakeholders

Builds foundational stakeholder engagement skills by supporting coordination with internal teams, contractors, and operations partners

Applies NIPSCO risk management and human resource processes to support effective team coordination and contractor performance

Learns and applies industry best practices, organizational standards, and project governance processes

Required Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in a technical discipline plus 2 years of related technical experience

OR5 years of project, architectural‑engineering, construction, or technical experience

Current Construction Manager (CM), Project Engineer II (PE2), Senior Project Developer, or equivalent role Working knowledge of project management methodology, processes, tools, and techniques (PM maturity Level
3)
Familiarity with project management guidelines, standards, and job aids Developing proficiency with project management information systems (PMIS), scheduling software, cost management tools, and performance metrics

Demonstrated ability to apply interpersonal and communication skills in a team‑based project environment

Ability to work effectively under deadlines, changing priorities, and field conditions

Willingness and ability to work a flexible schedule

Ability to work in environments with noise, dust, extreme temperatures, confined spaces, and chemical exposure

Valid motor vehicle operator’s license upon hire

Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Experience supporting large industrial or utility capital projects

Exposure to regulated infrastructure or construction environments

Physical Demands The preceding description is not intended to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the position. The role requires periodic on‑site field presence and interaction with construction and operations environments.

As a public utility, NiSource is required to provide continuous service to customers at all times. To ensure we fulfill that obligation, employees may be required…