Senior Overhead Transmission Line Project Engineering Manager

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About the role

As the Overhead Transmission Engineering Manager, you will lead a multi-discipline team of engineers and technicians, manage diverse and challenging projects across our portfolio of design services and EPC programs, oversee design quality, budget, and schedule, and support client interaction, proposals, and business development.

The Technology, Commercial & Industrial Team specializes in advanced manufacturing, generative AI computing, gigafactories, bio/ag tech, data centers, and distributed infrastructure. Key areas of focus include:

• Substations
• Renewables Integration
• HVDC/FACTS/STATCOM
• Data centers Integration
• BESS Integration

Responsibilities

• Project Execution: Prepare complex engineering deliverables for multiple or mega projects. Conduct research to develop equipment and material recommendations. Manage data and perform complex engineering calculations. Develop and manage project budgets, schedules, and quality requirements across multiple disciplines. Lead larger production teams, coordinate multiple discipline activities, and serve as the responsible charge for a project.
• Client Interface: Identify key client interests and drivers for moderately complex projects. Communicate client concerns to project team members and develop solutions. Provide support for business development or pursuit activities. Manage project changes directly with the client under Project Manager supervision.
• Technical Expertise: Lead large multi-discipline teams to meet project deliverables. Provide technical leadership for complex Overhead Transmission Line projects. Drive solutions to achieve project goals.
• Management Responsibilities: Review lower-level engineering work or assignments. Responsible for hiring, discipline, and pay administration of subordinates.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from either a recognized accredited program in their home country or the country in which the professional is practicing.
• Minimum of 11 years related work experience.
• Ability to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing Engineering, Procurement, Construction (EPC) or design services overhead transmission line projects for investor-owned utilities in the United States.
• Experience in design of high-voltage overhead transmission lines with strong understanding of PLS-CADD, line routing, structural loading design, foundation design, and overall project lifecycle.
• Good communication skills and interest in engaging with clients to grow relationships.
• Advanced knowledge of engineering design principles and applicable design guides and standards.
• Working knowledge of interdisciplinary project coordination: procurement, subcontract administration, permitting, real estate and land acquisition, and construction support.
• Working knowledge of the proposal process and developing engineering estimates.
• P.E. License highly preferred.

Skills

• Professional registration or licensure in the designated home office country, or active pursuit of such registration. Additional professional registration or licensure may be needed when practicing or on assignment in a different country.

Work Environment

• Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based upon manager discretion, job performance, and work assignments.
• Ability to utilize audio/videoconferencing software tools for internal/external communication.
• Sitting/standing/computer usage for extended periods of time.
• Travel to client sites.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation, 401K match, and benefits starting day 1.
• Comprehensive health care benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurances, along with disability and a robust wellness program.
• Flexible work schedules, paid vacation and holiday time, sick time, and dependent sick time.
• Company-matched 401k plan, adoption reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, vendor discounts, employment referral program, AD&D insurance, pre-taxed accounts, and voluntary legal plan.
• Performance-based bonus program eligibility.
• 100% ESOP-owned company, empowering employees to drive personal growth and share in financial rewards through stock ownership.

Pay

Annual compensation range: $142,090.00 - $237,280.00