Electric Distribution Team Leader — Houston Energy

Halff; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, prescription and life

401(k) with ESOP

PTO and holidays

HSA and FSA

Job summary

Halff is seeking a Senior Electric Distribution Engineer and Team Leader in Houston, TX. You will lead an experienced distribution team, manage design and delivery of overhead and underground projects, and build strong client partnerships while growing business opportunities.

Ideal candidates have a Texas PE license, ABET-approved degree, and a track record of guiding projects and teams to high-quality results in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Active Texas PE license in good standing.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• 10+ years of experience managing the design and delivery of overhead and underground electric distribution systems.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and electric utility design software.
• Experience with CAD-based and GIS-based design tools for electric power infrastructure.
• Strong understanding of applicable industry codes and standards, including NESC and NEC.
• Demonstrated success leading projects, managing teams, and delivering high-quality client solutions.
• Proven business development and client relationship management experience.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, collaboration, and team-building skills.
• Strong organizational, analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to work from or near one of Halff's Texas office locations.
• Commitment to the values and culture of an employee-owned organization.
• Demonstrated professionalism and a customer-focused mindset when working with utility providers, clients, and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and grow a high-performing Electric Distribution team with technical guidance and leadership.
• Manage team performance, workload planning, staffing, quality, profitability, and overall operations.
• Oversee design and delivery of overhead and underground projects from moderate to complex scope.
• Ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and meet client requirements and industry standards.
• Direct project managers and technical staff while maintaining accountability for execution and client satisfaction.
• Establish and maintain strong client relationships as a trusted advisor and primary contact.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities and support growth initiatives.
• Collaborate with leadership to align team goals with business opportunities.
• Manage project budgets, contracts, schedules, resources, and subconsultants.
• Identify risks and implement proactive mitigation strategies.
• Drive continuous improvement in efficiency, quality, and delivery.
• Support work-sharing across Halff offices and practices to maximize resources.
• Make sound business and personnel decisions while fostering a positive team culture.
• Ensure all deliverables meet quality standards and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Client relationships

Project delivery

Communication

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Tools

AutoCAD

CAD-based design tools

GIS-based design tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Halff is seeking a Senior Electric Distribution Engineer and Team Leader in Houston, TX. You will lead an experienced distribution team, manage design and delivery of overhead and underground projects, and build strong client partnerships while growing business opportunities.

Ideal candidates have a Texas PE license, ABET-approved degree, and a track record of guiding projects and teams to high-quality results in a fast-paced environment.