Transmission Line Design Project Manager

About the role

The Transmission Line Project Manager/Team Lead will manage the execution of all aspects of high voltage electric transmission line projects of all sizes and complexity. They will oversee the project team, coordinate with marketing and technical leadership for business development, and eventually supervise a local transmission team.

Responsibilities

• Direct supervision over existing team of 3-4 engineers and designers with a goal to grow the team.
• Manage and lead transmission projects throughout an entire project life cycle.
• Understand and apply basic project management tools and techniques including the following: project life cycle, client goals and objectives, contract terms and project risk, work breakdown structures, project scope/schedule/budget, project initiation, project planning, financial management and controls, including earned value, internal/external communication, team management, change management, and project closeout.
• Career development and engagement of local team members through annual performance reviews.
• Coordinate with company recruiting staff and leadership to develop a hiring plan and grow a group of transmission professionals based on client and work-sharing needs.
• Leverage and/or develop client relationships to develop new transmission opportunities.
• Lead the QA/QC process on projects and is committed to delivering world class quality.
• May also be responsible for overseeing non-engineering components of projects, including public involvement, environmental permitting, right of way acquisition, construction management, and other services.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in related field
• 7 years related experience
• A minimum of 2 years project management experience
• Ability to interact with various design teams
• Excellent organizational, project management and communication (both written and verbal) skills

Qualifications

• Preferred qualifications: PMP certification
• Required qualifications: License/certification, Bachelor's degree in related field, 7 years related experience, 2 years project management experience, Ability to interact with various design teams, Excellent organizational, project management and communication (both written and verbal) skills, Attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture

Skills

Strong technical experience in design is preferred. Experience with transmission line, distribution line, and associated strategic services aspects (i.e. routing, permitting, public involvement, right of way acquisition) of projects is preferred.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement.

Pay

Expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location.

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular