Transmission Line Engineering Manager

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The Transmission Line Engineering Manager (EM) has broad technical knowledge and experience with design and construction of high voltage Transmission Line projects and programs up to 500kV. Leveraging that knowledge and experience, they are responsible for the technical oversight, mentorship, and direction of engineering teams executing either a portfolio of projects within a program or a mix of multiple individual projects for multiple clients. They work in close coordination with program managers, project managers, client managers, and/or project teams to execute the engineering and design components of projects. The EM is an experienced, competent engineer who understands the technical requirements of transmission line projects of any complexity and can lead, guide, and advise clients, programs, projects, and teams.

 In the role of Transmission Line Engineering Manager, we'll count on you to:

• Partner with program managers and/or project managers to plan, direct, and monitor project teams executing all technical transmission line engineering aspects of projects within a program or for multiple clients
• Lead, support, and/or oversee the development and implementation of project execution plans and quality plans for programs or clients, including performing regular audits with action items for additional training as needed
• Ensure project teams have access to client and program technical standards and preferences and that project teams are adequately informed and trained on implementation of those standards
• Coordinate with program and project managers to advise and support clients on technical matters
• Monitor technical resources assigned to programs or projects and workload forecasts and coordinate with operations leadership in multiple offices to address staffing concerns
• Support the coordination and interface with Engineering Managers of other technical discipline leads within programs or on individual projects
• Mentor, train, and support Project Engineers in multiple offices on the technical aspect of scope, schedule, and budget, including proposal development, work breakdown structure development and implementation, progress assessment, risk assessment/mitigation, and change, quality, and schedule management
• Ability to lead multiple projects concurrently, utilizing teams in different locations
• In conjunction with program or project managers, responsible for overall quality and technical accuracy of design aspects of programs or projects
• In conjunction with program or project managers, support the technical aspects of pursuit or proposal processes
• May also assist with developing technical papers and/or presentations that showcase HDR’s technical capabilities at industry conferences or other events
• Coordination and participation with internal development and implementation of design standards and best practices
• Participates in quality control or project reviews as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• · Previous experience with an engineering consulting firm
• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office as well as standard Power Market Sector design software (examples include PLS Software Suite, AutoCAD LPile, and MFAD)

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering
• A 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

What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.
Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location

Primary Location

: United States-Texas-San Antonio

Other Locations

Other Locations

: United States-Texas-Round Rock, United States-Texas-Austin, United States-Texas-Houston

Industry

: Power

Schedule

Schedule

: Full-time

Employee Status

Employee Status

: Regular

BusinessClass : Transmission/Distribution Eng

Job Posting

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employe r.
We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

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