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Strengthening the Grid: Pioneer's Vital Role in a Major Midwest Transmission Expansion

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Our Story

When a group of utilities across a Midwest state embarked on a major transmission infrastructure expansion, they called on Pioneer to provide critical expertise in the early stages of this monumental effort. With over $1B in planned investment, the project will involve construction of over 150 miles of new high-voltage transmission lines to bolster reliability and support the evolving power grid across the state and broader region.

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The Challenge

With the ongoing transition toward renewable energy and an increasingly complex, interconnected regional grid, the state faces reliability risks that require major transmission infrastructure upgrades. The scale of the needed expansion to strengthen capacity and resilience is substantial.

Our Approach

To set the stage for success, Pioneer established core foundations by providing:

  • Program Management Office (PMO) Design
  • Risk Management Framework
  • Sourcing Strategy
  • Project Team Staffing

Exceptional Results

Through early engagement and rigorous planning, we established critical foundations to enable smooth execution, including:

  • Clear PMO design and governance model
  • Comprehensive risk management protocols
  • Strategic sourcing groundwork
  • Core project team roles filled

Pioneer Insights

  • Early PMO setup is essential for large, complex programs
  • Methodical risk planning mitigates issues down the road
  • A strong sourcing strategy is key for navigating current supply chain challenges
  • Creating solid resource and staffing plans early enables continuity through execution

Fast Facts

  • Over 150 miles of new high voltage transmission lines
  • Will enhance Upper Midwest grid reliability
  • Over $1 billion total budget
  • Slated for completion by 2030

Key Deliverables

  • PMO Maturity Assessment
  • PMO & Governance Design
  • Risk Management
  • Sourcing Strategy

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With over 15 years managing $6B in utility infrastructure programs and proven results delivering PMO, project management, and controls for the nation’s largest electric initiatives, our Energy and Infrastructure team has the cross-functional expertise to guide your most critical capital projects.