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INTRODUCTION

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

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide technical work in the operations, maintenance and construction of transmission, distribution, and service projects on MidAmerican Energy Company's gas delivery system. Apply complex operating principles and practices in the following areas: scheduling of multiple construction projects, writing and field administration of construction contracts, monitoring contractor's work as to quality and quantity, assuring safe work policies and practices, reviewing invoicing for approval, administering change of work orders, coordinating problem solving due to job site conditions; and providing supporting documentation. Coordinate natural gas transmission, distribution, and business district leak patrols and surveys, conducted by contractors and review patrols for action items that need to be corrected. Communicate and track conditions requiring remediation to MidAmerican Energy Company engineering, operations or contractors. With education and/or experience, provides leadership in the areas of special projects, complex designs or construction methods, unique project features or materials and the management of contract or consultant construction observers.

Provide complex operation services for the planning, design and construction of project additions to MidAmerican Energy Company's gas delivery system.
- Provide technical project management for all construction phases of a project, or similar contractor activities, including scheduling, design, construction to estimates, engineering specifications, drawings, writing and implementing construction contracts, cost tracking and project cost projections. (45%)
- Conduct technical studies and investigations and prepares oral and written reports. (5%)
- Provide technical assistance to other departments. (5%)
- Identify, develop and implement engineering initiatives to increase project safety, efficiency and cost savings. (5%)
- Provides technical leadership to staff and technical input to assist in development of project planning. (5%)
- Perform additional responsibilities as requested or assigned. Demonstration of knowledge and understanding of human performance improvement techniques.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

- Bachelor's degree in a technical 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.)
- Three years of industry experience.
- Effective oral and written communication skills.
- Effective analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and projects concurrently.
- Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation.

We celebrate diversity, equity and inclusion, and we are 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. Position descriptions are developed as guides for the employees of Berkshire Hathaway Energy. The management team of Berkshire Hathaway Energy reserves the right to modify job responsibilities and position requirements to meet the corporate business goals and needs.

ABOUT THE COMPANY

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.

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.