North Dakota Substation Section Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage section operations including staffing, workload forecasting, quality assurance, and safety.
• Support project managers through proactive project reviews and mentorship.
• Drive recruiting efforts and talent development to grow the section.
• Foster a culture of quality, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Partner with marketing and client development teams to pursue new business opportunities.
• Promote work-sharing and resource optimization across teams and geographies.
• Administer performance reviews and support career growth for direct reports.
• Champion a positive and inclusive work environment.
• Provide technical leadership, client management, and project oversight as needed.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in power delivery and substation projects.
• Strong leadership and team-building skills.
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities.
• Strategic mindset with a passion for operational excellence.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and client satisfaction.

This role is pivotal to the success of HDR’s substation business class and offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of power delivery in the region.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering preferred.
• PE license.
• 5+ years of substation design experience.
• 2+ years of project management.
• Strong client and project management skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.

Some travel may be required.

Preference will be given to candidates local to Bismarck or Fargo.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• A minimum of 10 years experience.
• Professional registration, license or certification may be required based on role.
• Strong communication and listening skills.
• Ability to handle multiple assignments.
• Good leadership and organizational skills.

An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must.