Director of Electrical Services - Utilities

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Director of Electrical Services role at LJA Utilities is responsible for leading and expanding the electrical engineering practice, focusing on power transmission and distribution (T&D).

REQUIRED EDUCATION/LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering is required
• Registration as a Licensed Professional Engineer is required

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 15+ years of specialized experience
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to build strong relationships

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT & CLIENT RELATIONS

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities in electrical transmission and distribution
• Build and maintain strong relationships with utilities, municipalities, and private clients
• Lead proposal development, interviews, and contract negotiations
• Collaborate with other service lines to cross-sell and expand client engagements

TECHNICAL OVERSIGHT

• Provide senior-level guidance on design and execution of T&D projects (substations, transmission lines, distribution systems)
• Ensure projects meet quality standards, budgets, and schedules
• Stay current with industry trends, codes, and emerging technologies

WHAT MAKES LJA DIFFERENT

• Employee-owned
• Client-focused
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Consistently ranked as a Top Workplace
• In-house recruitment team, training, and marketing department specific to industry
• Flexible work environment
• Culture of continuous learning and personal growth
• Passionate about having fun and making money
• Passion for creating impact

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Director of Electrical Services role at LJA Utilities is responsible for leading and expanding the electrical engineering practice, focusing on power transmission and distribution (T&D).

LEVEL UP WITH LJA

• Generous Time Off: PTO, paid holidays, and a full office closure between Christmas and New Year’s
• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple plan options for health, dental, and pets. Along with mental health support
• Family Support: Paid maternity and parental leave to help you focus on what matters most
• Education Support: Tuition reimbursement and in-house courses provided by our Learning and Development team
• Referral Bonuses: Know great talent? Get rewarded for helping us grow
• Community Impact: Company-sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives
• Career Growth: Great internal mobility opportunities to advance your career
• Fun Culture: LJA social events, employee sports teams, bring your kid to work day, etc.