Transmission Line Engineering Manager

As a Transmission Line Engineering Manager in a well-established Power Delivery practice, you will draw upon your broad technical knowledge and experience in design and construction of high voltage Transmission Line projects to lead, guide, and advise clients, projects, and teams. You will develop a partnership with the Project Manager, responsible for scope, schedule, budget, and overall client management, while you will be responsible for technical execution of the project.

• Leveraging technical experience and expertise while working in close coordination with a PM, to manage and execute the engineering and design components of transmission projects.
• Developing and implementing a project execution plan for the technical aspect of transmission projects.
• Working independently and/or directing, mentoring, training, and supervising one or more Project Engineers, EITs, Designers, CADD technicians and administrative staff.
• Supporting the technical aspect of scope, schedule, and budget, including proposal development, work breakdown structure development and implementation, progress assessment, risk assessment/mitigation, change management, and schedule management.
• Coordinating and/or leading the QA/QC process on projects per HDR's Quality Management Systems (QMS) requirements with a commitment to delivering world class quality.
• Performing quality checks and/or reviews of projects from other teams as needed.
• Participating in project reviews as needed.
• At times, leading multiple projects concurrently, utilizing teams in different locations.
• Working with senior engineers and technical leaders to identify and develop specific technical expertise and attending training and seminars focused on further development and understanding of complex concepts related to the transmission industry.
• Assisting with development of technical papers and/or presentations that showcase HDR's technical capabilities at industry conferences or other events.
• Other duties as required.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 10 years experience
• Professional registration, license or certification may be required based on role
• Strong communication and listening skills
• Ability to handle multiple assignments
• Good leadership and organizational skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical or Architectural considered);
  Master's degree a plus.
• PE license preferred.
• 10+ years of transmission line engineering experience in the electric utility and/or renewables industry.
• Transmission line design experience using PLS-CADD, steel and wood transmission structure analysis/design, foundation design, material procurement, specifications, and construction support.
• Exposure to transmission line siting/routing, environmental permitting and right of way acquisition.
• Distribution line design and/or steel lattice tower modeling and design experience a plus.
• Track record of working cooperatively with diverse teams; regional, department, and technical managers; and project staff preferred.
• Experience working with Renewables developers and/or the interconnection of Renewables a plus.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Candidates who reside locally are preferred.

We provide a 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. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location.

(Stated benefits are for full‑time regular positions. Temporary and part‑time roles eligible for limited benefits.)

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Location:

Portland, Maine