Bonneville Power Administration; BPA Client Team Leader

BPA Client Team Leader

At David Evans and Associates, Inc., our Energy team provides unmatched infrastructure solutions for power delivery and renewable energy, offering expert planning and design for low‑to‑high‑voltage facilities. We ensure safe, reliable, and affordable electricity for communities across various sectors, including power generation, renewables, and transportation electrification.

• Serve as senior sponsor and relationship owner for BPA
• Lead the BPA Client Team and coordinate cross‑business‑unit delivery
• Manage the overall BPA client experience and long‑term relationship strategy
• Forecast BPA sales, revenue, and staffing needs
• Ensure profitability, favorable contract terms, and successful collections

• Lead proposal development, proposals, presentations, and negotiations
• Identify and pursue BPA‑specific and regional utility opportunities
• Collaborate across business units to deliver integrated solutions

• Serve as Principal‑in‑Charge, Client Team Leader, or Project Manager
• Oversee power delivery projects, including substations, transmission, and studies
• Ensure quality, schedule, budget, and risk management standards are met or exceeded
• Coach project managers and support project recovery when needed

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Electrical Engineering (or related field), or equivalent experience
• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Minimum 15+ years of experience in power delivery or utility consulting
• Proven success leading utility client relationships
• Strong leadership and strategic planning skills

• Direct experience working with BPA
• Established relationships with Pacific Northwest utilities
• Experience with Alternative Project Delivery (APD) or EPC/EPCM projects
• Recognized industry presence and thought leadership
• Excellent communication skills

We foster an environment where talented professionals have the freedom and support to do their most meaningful work. Our values and company culture form the foundation of our success, creating a positive and collaborative work environment. These guiding principles are vital to our continued achievements and unwavering commitment to improving the world around us.

As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to cultivate and develop your skills and work alongside talented colleagues who are committed to improving the quality of life while demonstrating stewardship of the built and natural environments.

• Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance
• Financial wellness: Health Savings Account (HSA) and Lifestyle Spending Account with employer contributions
• Professional development: Support for continuing education and training opportunities.
• Work‑life balance: Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holiday Pay
• Work Schedule: Flexible 9/80 schedule‑every other Friday off!
• Retirement: 401(k) plan
• Wellbeing focus: Holistic Wellbeing Program centered on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community health
• Growth opportunities: Access to mentorship, professional support, and pathways for career advancement
• Potential salary range: $156,000/year – $249,600/year

* The posted salary range represents the typical range for this position and is provided in accordance with applicable state and local pay transparency laws. Actual compensation will be commensurate with experience, qualifications, and geographic location.