Engineering Project Manager - Transmission Line

About the role

The Engineering Project Manager - Transmission Line at QISG is responsible for providing engineering expertise and technical support throughout the project lifecycle. They act as a technical lead during various phases of the project, manage engineering service providers, and ensure internal technical documentation meets company and customer requirements.

Responsibilities

• Strategically collaborate with engineering and operational leadership on technical goals and oversee engineering work.
• Act as a technical lead during the conceptual, preliminary engineering, detailed design, construction, and closeout phases of the project lifecycle.
• Manage the performance of engineering service providers, including developing and reviewing key performance indicators with senior leadership from the service providers.
• Develop and implement engineering controls and quality assurance standards.
• Ensure internal technical documentation and standards are upheld to meet company and customer requirements.
• Manage engineering staffing initiatives and plan for resource needs to support customer and department growth.
• Lead, mentor, and oversee training strategy for engineering staff.
• Support business development efforts by participating in client meetings, proposal development, and project planning activities.
• Work with Quanta Engineering and Construction OpU’s to drive work.
• Drive innovation and efficiency in engineering processes and methodologies, leveraging new technologies and best practices to enhance project delivery and performance.
• Foster a culture of safety, quality, and integrity within the engineering department, promoting adherence to QISG's core values and principles.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and advancements in engineering practices, and incorporate relevant innovations into project designs and processes.
• Represent QISG in industry forums, conferences, and professional associations to enhance the company's reputation and thought leadership in the engineering community.

Requirements

• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in the electric utility industry performing engineering related duties and/or management for high voltage electrical projects.
• Bachelor of Science degree (B.S.) or Graduate degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited university. P.E. license is preferred.
• Proven track record of successfully leading multidisciplinary engineering teams and delivering complex projects on time and within budget.
• Strong technical expertise in structural, civil, or electrical engineering, with a comprehensive understanding of engineering principles and practices.
• Expert knowledge of electric utility engineering and construction standards.
• Knowledge of utility industry processes including scheduling, contracts, coordinating and managing all disciplines.
• Excellent business acumen and experience managing departmental budgets.
• Knowledge of process and procedures for project controls and estimates.
• Experience interpreting internal and external business issues, recommending best practices, mitigating risk and solving complex problems.
• Demonstrated experience supporting external customers.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams, clients, and external partners.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute strategic plans, drive innovation, and achieve business objectives.
• Knowledge of relevant industry codes, standards, and regulations, including ANSI, ASTM, ACI, AISC, IEEE, NEC, NESC, and others.
• Able to deal with ambiguity and ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks and determine priorities in a complex environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in the electric utility industry performing engineering related duties and/or management for high voltage electrical projects.
• Bachelor of Science degree (B.S.) or Graduate degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited university. P.E. license is preferred.
• Proven track record of successfully leading multidisciplinary engineering teams and delivering complex projects on time and within budget.
• Strong technical expertise in structural, civil, or electrical engineering, with a comprehensive understanding of engineering principles and practices.
• Expert knowledge of electric utility engineering and construction standards.
• Knowledge of utility industry processes including scheduling, contracts, coordinating and managing all disciplines.
• Excellent business acumen and experience managing departmental budgets.
• Knowledge of process and procedures for project controls and estimates.
• Experience interpreting internal and external business issues, recommending best practices, mitigating risk and solving complex problems.
• Demonstrated experience supporting external customers.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams, clients, and external partners.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute strategic plans, drive innovation, and achieve business objectives.
• Knowledge of relevant industry codes, standards, and regulations, including ANSI, ASTM, ACI, AISC, IEEE, NEC, NESC, and others.
• Able to deal with ambiguity and ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks and determine priorities in a complex environment.