Assistant Project Manager, Major Projects - Station Execution
Job Summary
The Assistant Project Manager, Major Projects - Station Execution supports the planning and execution of natural gas and station capital projects from development through commissioning and project closeout. This role partners with engineering, construction, operations, environmental, and contractor teams to safely deliver projects on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with company standards.
The ideal candidate has experience supporting complex infrastructure, utility, industrial, or energy projects and can effectively coordinate multiple stakeholders in a fast-paced environment. This position follows a hybrid work schedule and includes a combination of office, field, and remote work.
Key Responsibilities
Support the planning, execution, monitoring, and closeout of natural gas and station capital projects.
Coordinate activities among engineering, construction, operations, environmental, procurement, and contractor teams.
Assist in managing project scope, schedule, budget, risks, and overall project performance.
Track project milestones and ensure timely completion of deliverables.
Support project estimating, forecasting, change management, and reporting activities.
Monitor contractor performance and help ensure compliance with safety, quality, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
Participate in risk identification, mitigation planning, and issue resolution.
Support construction, start-up, commissioning, and project turnover activities.
Develop and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Prepare project status updates, presentations, and performance reports for leadership.
Promote a strong safety culture and ensure project objectives align with organizational goals and standards.
Manage projects in accordance with company policies, project management standards, and industry best practices.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or another technical field and two (2) years of relevant experience; OR
Five (5) years of project management, engineering, construction, utility, industrial, or technical experience.
Experience supporting capital projects in utility, industrial, construction, manufacturing, energy, or infrastructure environments.
Understanding of project management principles, including scope, schedule, cost, risk, and stakeholder management.
Strong communication, organizational, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and perform effectively in a deadline-driven environment.
Ability to work a flexible schedule as project demands require.
Ability to work in field environments that may include high noise levels, dust, extreme temperatures, confined spaces, and other industrial conditions.
Valid driver's license required upon hire.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
Experience supporting large industrial or utility capital projects.
Natural gas utility, station, pipeline, compressor station, LNG, or energy infrastructure experience.
Experience with gas operations, gas facility construction, and/or start-up commissioning activities.
Knowledge of commissioning, operational readiness, and project turnover processes.
Experience utilizing project controls, scheduling, budgeting, and risk management tools.
PMP, CAPM, or other project management certification.
Work Environment
This position operates on a hybrid work schedule and requires a combination of remote work, office collaboration, and field/project site visits based on business and project needs.
The preceding description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or qualifications associated with the position.
This version will significantly improve candidate comprehension, better target utility/gas project talent, and naturally capture searches for project management, station execution, gas projects, commissioning, capital projects, utility construction, pipeline, and infrastructure candidates.
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 to work outside their normal work hours and perform tasks outside of their normal responsibilities in support of emergency operations.
Work Authorization
Authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship.
Workplace Connection
Value inclusion within your day to day responsibilities by respecting others perspectives/convictions, engaging others opinions, creating a safe environment where people, ideas, and opinions are valued within your Team/Customers and external partners.
Respect the unique lived experiences within your Team/Customers and external work partners by valuing different world views, challenges, and cultures that represents all walks of life and all backgrounds.
Treat others with respect and consideration. Actively participate in creating and contributing to a positive work environment.
Equal Employment Opportunity
NiSource is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in each of its companies to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, disability, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions), genetic information, citizenship status, or any protected group status as defined by law. Each employee is expected to abide by this principle.
By applying, you may be considered for other job opportunities.
ADA Accommodations
If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process or to perform the essential functions of the position, please contact OneHR at [email protected] or 1-888-640-3320
Safety Statement
Promote a safe work environment by actively participating in all aspects of our employee safety program. Report any unsafe conditions and take actions to prevent personal injuries. Support our interdependent safety culture by ensuring the safety of your co-workers. Stay focused on the task at hand and promote productivity through good work habits.
E-Verify
NiSource participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s E-Verify program. As part of this process, we provide the following notices to all job applicants: These documents inform you of your rights and responsibilities under U.S. law. You can view or download them using the links below:
- E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) E-Verify Participation Poster English and Spanish
- Right to Work Poster (English and Spanish) If you have the right to work, don't let anyone take it away
Salary Range*:
$82,200.00 - $123,200.00*The salary offered to a candidate is based on several factors including but not limited to the candidate’s skills, job-related knowledge, and relevant experience, as well as internal pay equity.
Posting Start Date:
2026-07-15Posting End Date (if applicable):
2026-07-23Please note that the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or another technical field and two (2) years of relevant experience; OR five (5) years of project management, engineering, construction, utility, industrial, or technical experience.
- Experience supporting capital projects in utility, industrial, construction, manufacturing, energy, or infrastructure environments.
- Understanding of project management principles, including scope, schedule, cost, risk, and stakeholder management.
- Strong communication, organizational, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and perform effectively in a deadline-driven environment.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule as project demands require.
- Ability to work in field environments that may include high noise levels, dust, extreme temperatures, confined spaces, and other industrial conditions.
- Valid driver's license required upon hire.
- Authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship.
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
- Experience supporting large industrial or utility capital projects.
- Natural gas utility, station, pipeline, compressor station, LNG, or energy infrastructure experience.
- Experience with gas operations, gas facility construction, and/or start-up commissioning activities.
- Knowledge of commissioning, operational readiness, and project turnover processes.
- Experience utilizing project controls, scheduling, budgeting, and risk management tools.
- PMP, CAPM, or other project management certification.
What We Do
NiSource (NYSE: NI) helps energize the lives of its nearly 4 million natural gas and electric customers across six states. Our local utilities – Columbia Gas and NIPSCO – ensure that customers receive safe, reliable and affordable natural gas and electric service each and every day. Our business plan is focused on proactively investing in our energy infrastructure – approximately $1.4 billion a year – to ensure we meet and improve upon our customer commitments for the next 100 years. We employ more than 7,000 of our neighbors who are actively engaged in the communities we’re privileged to serve, making them great places to live and call home. NiSource is headquartered in Merrillville, Indiana – about 35 miles from Chicago – and we maintain a significant corporate presence in Columbus, Ohio. Our utility operations also span Kentucky, Maryland, Pennsylvania and Virginia
