Transmission Line Engineering Manager
Chicago, IL - USA
Job Summary
Title: Transmission Line Engineering Manager
Location: Remote US
Ready to make a difference
We are seeking a Transmission Line Engineering Manager to lead and grow our new transmission line engineering practice. You will have the opportunity to help build this practice from the ground up as complimentary service to our existing substation engineering this leadership role you will be responsible for the operational management technical oversight staff development financial performance and strategic growth for a department delivering transmission line engineering services to utility clients nationwide as this team grows.
You will provide leadership to a multidisciplinary team of engineers and designers while ensuring the successful delivery of high-quality engineering solutions. The ideal candidate combines strong technical expertise with proven people leadership business acumen and client relationship management skills.
Our team is passionate about re-engineering how electric utilities solve their toughest challenges. We combine innovation technical rigor and a client-first mindset to deliver exceptional engineering solutions across planning design analysis and construction support services.
Why youll love working here:
Quality of life:Fully remote flexible schedule work-life balance
Investment of the community:Donation matching volunteer opportunities
Investment in you:Tuition reimbursement access to professional development resources 401k matching Employee Stock Purchase Plan
And many many more(Ask your recruiter for more details!)
The Ideal Candidate
Proven leader with experience managing engineering teams and promoting employee development engagement and retention.
Strategic thinker who understands how to scale engineering organizations while maintaining technical excellence and quality.
Strong communicator capable of leading teams managing stakeholders and building trusted client relationships.
Experienced in balancing technical delivery resource planning financial performance and business development objectives.
Demonstrates accountability critical thinking sound judgment and the ability to make decisions in a dynamic consulting environment.
Passionate about mentoring future leaders and creating opportunities for career growth across the organization.
Committed to continuous improvement operational excellence and fostering a culture of safety quality and collaboration.
What you will be doing:
Lead mentor and develop a team of transmission line engineers designers and technical specialists establishing performance expectations supporting career development conducting performance reviews and fostering a culture of accountability collaboration and continuous improvement.
Manage department staffing recruiting hiring workload forecasting and resource allocation to ensure successful project execution and achievement of business objectives.
Oversee the delivery of transmission line engineering projects ensuring work is completed safely on schedule within budget and in accordance with company quality standards and client expectations.
Provide technical leadership and strategic direction for complex transmission line engineering projects serving as a senior technical resource for staff and clients while promoting engineering best practices and innovation.
Establish maintain and improve engineering standards QA/QC processes and operational workflows to drive technical excellence consistency and efficiency across the department.
Own department operational performance including utilization backlog management staffing forecasts revenue targets profitability and overall financial performance.
Partner with project managers and business leaders to monitor project performance manage risks resolve resource constraints and proactively address schedule budget and quality concerns.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with utility clients contractors and industry partners while supporting project pursuits proposal development scope definition contract negotiations and client satisfaction initiatives.
Identify and execute opportunities for business growth service expansion and market development while supporting strategic planning and contributing to the long-term success of the transmission engineering practice.
Champion company safety quality compliance and professional development programs while ensuring adherence to applicable industry standards client requirements and regulatory obligations.
What you need to have (minimum qualifications):
B.S. in Electrical Civil Structural Mechanical or Power Engineering (or related field). Professional Engineer (PE) licensure.
12 years of experience working with an electric utility EPC or engineering consulting firm.
10 years of transmission line engineering experience (design analysis modeling or similar).
Experience managing multidisciplinary engineering teams managing project portfolios resource planning and financial performance.
Project management experience with transmission projects ranging from 4kV-500kV WBS critical path EV SOV milestone and change management methodologies.
Proficiency in PLSCADD and transmission line engineering industry software tools & principles.
Ability to travel for client presentations field visits industry conferences and project reviews.
What wed like you to have (preferred qualifications):
Stakeholder coordination experience involving internal and client led permitting environmental ROW planning procurement geotechnical & constructability considerations.
Proven success in recruiting developing and retaining engineering talent.
Experience with business development client relationship management and delegation of engineering tasks.
Proficiency in PLS-POLE L-PILE and/or MFAD.
Working knowledge of utility regulations and standards including NERC FERC NESC ASCE IEEE ANSI FAC-008 and FERC Order 881.
Experience establishing engineering standards QA/QC programs and continuous improvement initiatives.
Strong understanding of consulting business operations including utilization management revenue forecasting and departmental financial performance.
Experience with Line routing Structure spotting Structural analysis and design Foundation design Hardware selection Conductor and shield wire selection Material specifications and technical support during construction.
Experience developing and writing client proposals including team buildup of T&M and fixed fee scopes of work risk registers schedules and client onboarding requirements.
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The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:
$174701.00 - $296992.00Nationwide Remote Office (US99)Required Experience:
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