Team Leader, Electric Distribution

About the role

Halff is seeking an experienced Team Leader to join the Electric Distribution team in San Antonio. This leadership position involves technical excellence, team development, client relationship management, and business growth. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of supervising experience and 5 years managing the design and delivery of overhead and underground electric distribution systems for cooperatives, municipalities, or investor‑owned utilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and grow a high‑performing Electric Distribution team by providing technical guidance, coaching, and leadership.
• Manage team performance, workload planning, staffing, quality, profitability, and overall operational success.
• Oversee the planning, design, and delivery of overhead and underground electric distribution projects ranging from moderate to complex in scope.
• Ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with client requirements and industry standards.
• Direct project managers and technical staff while maintaining accountability for project execution and client satisfaction.
• Establish and maintain strong client relationships, serving as a trusted advisor and primary point of contact.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities, lead proposal efforts, and support strategic growth initiatives.
• Collaborate with company leadership to align team goals with business objectives and market opportunities.
• Manage project budgets, contracts, schedules, resources, and subconsultants.
• Identify project risks and implement proactive mitigation strategies.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency, quality, and project delivery.
• Support work‑sharing efforts across Halff offices and practices to maximize resources and client success.
• Make sound business, project, and personnel decisions while fostering a positive team culture.
• Ensure all deliverables meet quality standards, regulatory requirements, and client expectations.

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license.
• 5 + years of experience managing the design and delivery of overhead and underground electric distribution systems.
• 2 + years of experience supervising employees.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and electric utility design software.
• Experience with CAD‑based and GIS‑based design tools for electric power infrastructure.
• Strong understanding of applicable industry codes and standards, including NESC and NEC.
• Demonstrated success leading projects, managing teams, and delivering high‑quality client solutions.
• Proven business development and client relationship management experience.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, collaboration, and team‑building skills.
• Strong organizational, analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for effective interaction with clients, leadership, and technical teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Commitment to the values and culture of an employee‑owned organization.
• Professionalism and a customer‑focused mindset when working with utility providers, clients, and colleagues.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, prescription, and life insurance.
• Long‑term and short‑term disability insurance.
• Paid time off (PTO) and eight company‑paid holidays (plus Veteran’s Day for veterans).
• Traditional and Roth 401(k) plans.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Health Savings Account (HSA).
• 529 College Savings Plan.
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA).
• Employee Assistance Plan.

Company Overview

Halff is a full‑service infrastructure consulting firm founded in 1950. The firm plans, designs, engineers, constructs, and manages projects for people, emphasizing a collaborative, employee‑owned culture. Halff operates more than 30 offices across Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, Florida, Arkansas, Arizona, and Georgia, and is consistently recognized as a Top Workplace in America.

The Halff Electric Distribution Advantage

• Over two decades of expertise in the electric utility industry.
• Collaborative approach with integrated teamwork and partnership with clients.
• Rigorous quality assurance and quality control measures.
• Assistance with funding resources, including navigating grants and other financing.