Engineering Project Manager

Our Overhead Transmission Business Line specializes in the design of high‑voltage transmission lines, typically ranging from 40kV to 500kV. We work with a range of clients, including investor‑owned utilities and developers nationwide, and are involved in both new builds and rebuilds. Knowledge of electrical studies, structural design, hardware design, and foundation solutions—including direct embed, drilled shaft, and helical piles—is crucial to the role.

Major responsibilities for the engineering Project Manager will include:

• Responsible for planning, budgeting and establishing/achieving critical project objectives.
• Responsible for the overall success of projects (safety, quality, and profitability).
• Provide management of engineering projects from concept to completion with a basic understanding of siting, permitting, planning, bid phase services, procurement, constructability reviews, and material management.
• Work closely with the Project Team to confirm deliverables and services are being provided to client’s satisfaction. This includes coordination with team members located in other Regional and/or Branch Offices.
• Identify project opportunities early and facilitate go/no-go decisions, determine project fees, write proposals, prepare and lead client presentations, and negotiate contracts.
• Support development and maintenance of business plan; lead and support proposal efforts to support profitable growth.
• Demonstrate creativity, foresight and mature judgment in anticipating and solving problems.
• Responsible for internal project financials, staffing, legal coordination, and risk management.
• Develop and implement project policies and procedures, establish and/or reinforce project controls systems.
• Report regularly on progress, cost, profit, schedule, design questions, project risks, and any issues requiring support.

Additional responsibilities for the engineering Project Manager may include:

• Account management as a local point of contact for key clients in the region.
• Conduct quality reviews on design projects as needed.
• Provide feedback on staff performance to Department Management and work with Department Management to assign project opportunities to support staff development goals.
• Collaborate with other Project Managers across Regional and/or Branch Offices and mentor Project Managers in Training (PMITs).
• Assist with recruitment, development and retention of staff; mentor staff for division growth.

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited curriculum.
• Minimum of 7 years of engineering design and engineering project management experience.
• Position requires the ability to thoughtfully and positively influence, lead, and manage change. Must possess strong project management skills and a strategic perspective.
• Must demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to clearly and effectively present complex information to all levels of employees, management, and clients.
• Ability to travel. Valid driver's license required. In addition, must meet standards to qualify for and maintain the Company's vehicle driving privileges as outlined in the Company's Motor Vehicle Safety Policy.

• 10 years of engineering design and engineering project management experience.
• Professional Engineering (PE) registration strongly preferred.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or advanced degree in engineering/construction management.