Associate/Project Contract Manager - Project Development at MidAmerican Energy Company – Des Moines, Iowa

Position Title: Associate/Project Contract Manager - Project Development

Location: Des Moines, IA, United States

Description:
This is a multi-level posting. Candidates may be considered for any of the posted levels, depending on education, years of experience and depth of expertise.

The Project Contract Manager plays a key role in supporting the full lifecycle of contracts for the company's project development initiatives. This position oversees contract drafting, negotiation, administration and document control for a wide range of project types, including generation additions, equipment procurement, construction, energy storage, EV infrastructure, environmental projects and other strategic initiatives. The role collaborates closely with legal, procurement, vendors and internal business units to ensure accurate commercial terms, policy compliance and timely execution of all contract activities. Additionally, the Project Contract Manager supports RFI/RFP processes, maintains organized contract databases, leads departmental process improvements and provides guidance to enhance contracting capabilities across the organization, requiring strong integrity, communication skills and business acumen.

Responsibilities:
Supports all activities associated with the development, implementation and administration of all contracts associated with the company's project development. Job duties include the negotiation, peer review, coordination with the legal department, business unit review, document retention, contract notices and notice responses, and reporting for contracts associated with the purchase of developmental assets, equipment purchase and construction of projects and other associated project contracts associated with generation additions and upgrades, electric vehicle infrastructure, energy storage, decommissioning, environmental, communications, facilities, asset acquisitions, new technology, and other projects as assigned across the state of Iowa and the company's service territory. Coordinates with internal and external resources in the completion and execution of the project contracts Perform reviews of draft contracts, prepare commercial terms, review and revise contract formatting, assist suppliers/vendors by interpreting and communicating contract language to ensure compliance. (40%)

Provides support for Project Development during the request for information and request for proposal processes including the drafting of proposal documentation, clarification, communication with vendors and provision of evaluation summaries. (20%)

Prepares, reviews and revises contracts, scope changes and amendments, as well as acts as a liaison between legal, procurement, other business units and the supplier/vendor in the execution of contracts. Ensure proper commercial terms are implemented according to business practices and procurement policies. (10%)

Maintain organized databases for all contracts and associated documents. Tracks costs and processes invoices associated with contracts. (20%)

Serves as the lead to mentor and improve the contract acumen and operational excellence of the department through development and enhancement of the contracting process including policies, and procedures. (10%)

Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in engineering, finance, accounting, business or related field or equivalent work experience. (Typically, six years of related, progressive work experience would be needed for candidates applying for this position who do not possess a bachelor's degree.

Four or more years of related experience.

Six or more years of related experience for the project contract manager.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills is required, and presentation skills are preferred. Effective interpersonal skills and leadership abilities. Effective analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills. Ability to prioritize and handle multiple issues, tasks and projects concurrently.

Ability to travel occasionally (typically 10% travel).

Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation.

About US:
MidAmerican Energy Company, a Midwest utility, provides regulated electric and natural gas service to more than 1.6 million customers in Illinois, Iowa, Nebraska and South Dakota. The company owns and operates a portfolio of power-generating assets, approximately 61% of which is wind generation.

About the Team:
MidAmerican Energy Company is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation.
JOB INFO

Job Identification: 10004423

Job Category: Renewable Generation

Posting Date: 2026-02-25

Apply Before: 2026-03-13T21:00:00+00:00

Job Schedule: Full time
Locations: 4299 NW Urbandale Dr, Urbandale, IA, 50322, US
Business: MidAmerican Energy Company