Project Lead Jobs in Nebraska
Project lead jobs in Nebraska concentrate in construction, information technology, healthcare administration, and agribusiness operations, with openings at every level from entry-level coordinator to senior program lead. Omaha and Lincoln account for the largest share of postings, with Kearney emerging as a secondary hub tied to manufacturing and regional healthcare. Well-established Nebraska employers such as Union Pacific, Mutual of Omaha, and Bryan Health routinely seek project leads to manage infrastructure, technology, and operational initiatives. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Eaton’s ES AMER ESS division is currently seeking a Project Manager - Power Systems to join our team. This position can be based remotely within the following states and requires up to 25% travel . To support business and customer needs, a company vehicle is provided .
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Iowa
- Kansas
- Michigan
- Minnesota
- Missouri
- Nebraska
- North Dakota
- Ohio
- South Dakota Wisconsin
The purpose of this position is to provide project management expertise in electrical, civil, structural and mechanical aspects of large turnkey electrical upgrade projects and lead these projects from start to finish. This position is to provide project management expertise and lead teams of designers, engineers, construction managers, suppliers, and contractors.
The expected annual salary range for this role is $113,000 - $165,000 a year. This position is also eligible for a variable incentive program.
Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
What you’ll do:
- Lead electrical upgrade projects involving substations, plant control systems, excitation systems, governor controls, SCADA, and power distribution systems.
- Read, interpret, and apply engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
- Manage all phases of project execution, including scope, schedule, budget, forecasting, procurement, and risk management.
- Oversee subcontractor selection, contracting, performance, and budget management.
- Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements, including job hazard analysis, lockout/tagout, confined space, and rigging practices.
- Establish and maintain project quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) processes and accurate project documentation, including as-builts and punch lists.
- Develop and maintain project plans, progress reports, action item logs, and contingency plans to drive successful project delivery.
- Lead project meetings and communicate effectively with customers, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders.
- Support multiple concurrent projects while maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction.
- Support proposal development, including estimating and scoping of turnkey project opportunities.
Qualifications:
Required (Basic) Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree and 8+ years of project management and/or senior field service experience; OR Associate degree and 10+ years of experience; OR High School Diploma/GED and 15+ years of experience.
- Minimum five (5) years of experience managing electrical power distribution, switchgear, automation, controls, and/or power systems projects, including multi-disciplinary civil, mechanical, and electrical scopes.
- Minimum five (5) years of experience managing project budgets, forecasts, proposals, schedules, and overall project financial performance.
- Minimum three (3) years of experience using Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, or similar project scheduling software.
- Must be able to work in the United States without corporate sponsorship now and within the future. Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position. This means that Eaton will not support any CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, F-1 to H-1B, H-1B cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability, etc.
- Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record. This role is designated as a Regular Driver per Eaton’s Driver Safety Policy and requires a current, unrestricted driver’s license along with a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record. Candidates will be subject to a motor vehicle record check upon hire.
- Travel 25% Successfully complete and maintain compliance with Eaton’s safety program and policy; This includes role-applicable portions of the EESS Qualified Electrical Worker (QEW) program and any required annual re-certifications thereafter.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with electrical power distribution, controls, and protection equipment, engineering, and installations
- Experience in working with and managing all project disciplines (civil, mechanical and electrical)
- Experience with Microsoft Project or Primavera Scheduling software
- First aid and CPR Trained
- OSHA 30 Certification
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certified
- Professional Engineer Certification
- Construction Management experience/certifications in addition to Project Management Experience
- Eaton Bidmanager software experience and electrical product application experience
Skills:
Position Success Criteria:
- Knowledge and skills to manage project scope changes
- Ability to develop and maintain project schedules
- Ability to work with and manage design teams
- Ability to develop Scopes of Work for Civil and Electrical subcontractors.
- Ability to manage and improve subcontractor inefficiencies Working knowledge of NERC/FERC, NESC, NEC, ANSI, NETA
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All positions may require participation in video and in-person interviews as part of the hiring process. All candidates will be evaluated based on job-related competencies, and all candidates’ privacy rights and data security will be protected in accordance with applicable laws.
The application window for this position is anticipated to close on October 30th, 2026.
We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
Eaton believes in second chance employment. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction history will be considered regardless of their arrest or conviction history, consistent with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act and other local laws.
You do not need to disclose your conviction history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Eaton is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.
To request a disability-related reasonable accommodation to assist you in your job search, application, or interview process, please call us at 1-800-836-6345 to discuss your specific need. Only accommodation requests will be accepted by this phone number.
We know that good benefit programs are important to employees and their families. Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits as well as Retirement benefits, and several programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work. Click here for more detail: Eaton Benefits Overview. Please note that specific programs and options available to an employee may depend on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
Eaton’s ES AMER ESS division is currently seeking a Project Manager - Power Systems to join our team. This position can be based remotely within the following states and requires up to 25% travel . To support business and customer needs, a company vehicle is provided .
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Iowa
- Kansas
- Michigan
- Minnesota
- Missouri
- Nebraska
- North Dakota
- Ohio
- South Dakota Wisconsin
The purpose of this position is to provide project management expertise in electrical, civil, structural and mechanical aspects of large turnkey electrical upgrade projects and lead these projects from start to finish. This position is to provide project management expertise and lead teams of designers, engineers, construction managers, suppliers, and contractors.
The expected annual salary range for this role is $113,000 - $165,000 a year. This position is also eligible for a variable incentive program.
Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
What you’ll do:
- Lead electrical upgrade projects involving substations, plant control systems, excitation systems, governor controls, SCADA, and power distribution systems.
- Read, interpret, and apply engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
- Manage all phases of project execution, including scope, schedule, budget, forecasting, procurement, and risk management.
- Oversee subcontractor selection, contracting, performance, and budget management.
- Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements, including job hazard analysis, lockout/tagout, confined space, and rigging practices.
- Establish and maintain project quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) processes and accurate project documentation, including as-builts and punch lists.
- Develop and maintain project plans, progress reports, action item logs, and contingency plans to drive successful project delivery.
- Lead project meetings and communicate effectively with customers, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders.
- Support multiple concurrent projects while maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction.
- Support proposal development, including estimating and scoping of turnkey project opportunities.
Qualifications:
Required (Basic) Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree and 8+ years of project management and/or senior field service experience; OR Associate degree and 10+ years of experience; OR High School Diploma/GED and 15+ years of experience.
- Minimum five (5) years of experience managing electrical power distribution, switchgear, automation, controls, and/or power systems projects, including multi-disciplinary civil, mechanical, and electrical scopes.
- Minimum five (5) years of experience managing project budgets, forecasts, proposals, schedules, and overall project financial performance.
- Minimum three (3) years of experience using Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, or similar project scheduling software.
- Must be able to work in the United States without corporate sponsorship now and within the future. Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position. This means that Eaton will not support any CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, F-1 to H-1B, H-1B cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability, etc.
- Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record. This role is designated as a Regular Driver per Eaton’s Driver Safety Policy and requires a current, unrestricted driver’s license along with a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record. Candidates will be subject to a motor vehicle record check upon hire.
- Travel 25% Successfully complete and maintain compliance with Eaton’s safety program and policy; This includes role-applicable portions of the EESS Qualified Electrical Worker (QEW) program and any required annual re-certifications thereafter.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with electrical power distribution, controls, and protection equipment, engineering, and installations
- Experience in working with and managing all project disciplines (civil, mechanical and electrical)
- Experience with Microsoft Project or Primavera Scheduling software
- First aid and CPR Trained
- OSHA 30 Certification
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certified
- Professional Engineer Certification
- Construction Management experience/certifications in addition to Project Management Experience
- Eaton Bidmanager software experience and electrical product application experience
Skills:
Position Success Criteria:
- Knowledge and skills to manage project scope changes
- Ability to develop and maintain project schedules
- Ability to work with and manage design teams
- Ability to develop Scopes of Work for Civil and Electrical subcontractors.
- Ability to manage and improve subcontractor inefficiencies Working knowledge of NERC/FERC, NESC, NEC, ANSI, NETA
#LI-JM3
All positions may require participation in video and in-person interviews as part of the hiring process. All candidates will be evaluated based on job-related competencies, and all candidates’ privacy rights and data security will be protected in accordance with applicable laws.
The application window for this position is anticipated to close on October 30th, 2026.
We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
Eaton believes in second chance employment. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction history will be considered regardless of their arrest or conviction history, consistent with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act and other local laws.
You do not need to disclose your conviction history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Eaton is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.
To request a disability-related reasonable accommodation to assist you in your job search, application, or interview process, please call us at 1-800-836-6345 to discuss your specific need. Only accommodation requests will be accepted by this phone number.
We know that good benefit programs are important to employees and their families. Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits as well as Retirement benefits, and several programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work. Click here for more detail: Eaton Benefits Overview. Please note that specific programs and options available to an employee may depend on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
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What Nebraska Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in project lead jobs across Nebraska.
- Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, information technology, or a related field
- PMP or CAPM certification from the Project Management Institute preferred or required
- Three or more years of experience leading cross-functional projects from initiation to close
- Proficiency with project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Jira, or Smartsheet
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for stakeholder reporting and team coordination
- Experience managing project budgets, timelines, and risk mitigation plans
Project Lead Jobs in Nebraska: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a project lead in Nebraska?
Most project lead roles in Nebraska require a bachelor's degree in a field related to the industry you want to work in, such as business administration, engineering, construction management, or information technology. Nebraska does not issue a state-specific project management license, so employers rely heavily on the Project Management Professional credential from the Project Management Institute. Building hands-on experience through coordinator or analyst roles at Nebraska employers in construction, healthcare, or technology is the most common path.
Which companies hire project leads in Nebraska?
Employers hiring project leads in Nebraska right now include Loenbro, Eaton, and CVS Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Nebraska's concentration of Fortune 500 insurance companies, major railroads, and regional healthcare systems means demand is steady and distributed across several large institutional employers.
Which Nebraska cities have the most project lead jobs?
Omaha, Lincoln, and Papillion account for the most project lead openings in Nebraska. Omaha dominates because it is home to Union Pacific's headquarters, a dense cluster of insurance and financial services firms, and a growing technology sector, while Lincoln's state government agencies and university system drive consistent demand, and Kearney draws openings from regional manufacturing and healthcare operations.
Are there remote project lead jobs in Nebraska?
Yes, and more than many fields, because project lead work is largely coordination, documentation, and stakeholder communication that can transfer well to remote settings. About 50% of project lead openings tied to Nebraska are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how widely technology and financial services employers in the state have adopted flexible arrangements. Roles tied to construction sites, manufacturing floors, or in-person healthcare operations tend to remain on-site.
How can I get hired as a project lead in Nebraska with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving into a project coordinator or project analyst role, which Nebraska employers in IT, healthcare, and insurance use as a deliberate pipeline for future project leads. Organizations such as Nebraska Medicine, Sandhills Publishing, and the State of Nebraska regularly hire coordinators who demonstrate organizational skills and earn the CAPM credential while working. Building a portfolio of completed projects, even from volunteer or academic work, and gaining familiarity with tools like Microsoft Project or Jira gives candidates a visible edge when applying.
Where can I find and apply to project lead jobs in Nebraska?
You can find and apply to project lead jobs in Nebraska on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the state. Search the listings to identify roles that match your background, experience level, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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