Energy Discipline Lead

Dewberry Engineers Incorporated; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 190,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Dewberry Engineers Incorporated is seeking an Energy Discipline Lead to grow our Energy practice in the Northeast. You will mentor teams, build key client relationships, and lead multidisciplinary efforts delivering site/civil solutions for transmission, distribution, and substations.

You will shape programs, oversee project delivery, and drive revenue growth while upholding quality and safety standards. This leadership role requires technical excellence and strong communication with clients and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering and 10+ years of site/civil design and project management experience.
• Strong understanding of the energy utility market including transmission, distribution, and substation projects.
• Proven success in business development and long-term client relationship management.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and motivate high-performing teams.
• Track record of managing complex projects for public and private utility clients.
• Proficiency in relevant design software and standard office tools.
• PE license in MA, NY or NJ preferred, or ability to obtain licensure in six months.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategies to grow revenue and profit margin in the Northeast energy practice.
• Build brand recognition among energy accounts in the region.
• Meet with clients to develop and capture new business opportunities.
• Serve as client manager or deputy for Energy accounts.
• Coordinate regional energy account sales pipeline and report to leadership.
• Develop responses to RFPs including cost proposals.
• Serve as Project Manager for complex, volume-based projects.
• Collaborate with multi-discipline teams and manage project financials.

Skills

Engineering leadership

Business development

Project management

Energy utility market knowledge

Site/Civil design

Autodesk Civil 3D

Microsoft Office

Licensure (PE)

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

Autodesk Civil 3D

Microsoft Office

Job description

Energy Discipline Lead

We are seeking an Energy Discipline Lead to help grow and shape our Energy practice across the Northeast while mentoring teams and delivering impactful infrastructure solutions. The role blends strategic leadership, client partnership, and technical excellence. You will expand relationships with public and private energy utilities, develop and lead energy infrastructure programs, and guide multidisciplinary teams delivering site/civil solutions for transmission, distribution, and substation projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute business strategies that drive revenue and profit margin growth;
• Develop and implement a strategy to increase brand recognition as a provider to northeast region core energy accounts;
• Meet with prospective and existing clients to develop and capture new business;
• Serve as client manager or deputy client manager for select Energy accounts;
• Coordinate northeast region energy account sales pipeline and report status to Energy Business Unit Manager and northeast Business Unit Managers and leadership;
• Develop responses to requests for proposals and qualifications, including cost proposals;
• Serve as Project Manager for complex and volume based projects;
• Collaborate proactively and productively with other groups and company offices;
• Manage project financials and cash flow;
• Collaborate with and manage multi-discipline teams;
• Assist with training and mentoring staff;
• Engage with project deliverables including quality control reviews and quality management system adherence;
• Monitor staffing (talent and capacity) and advise Energy Business Unit Manager and northeast Business Unit Manager(s) on current and future needs;
• Work closely with operations and HR to recruit, develop, and retain top energy talent;
• Promote company culture, values, and commitment to long‑term client and employee success.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in engineering with 10+ years of experience in site/civil design and project management.
• Strong understanding of the energy utility market, including transmission, distribution, and substation projects.
• Proven success in business development and long‑term client relationship management.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and motivate high‑performing teams.
• Track record of managing complex projects for public and private utility clients.
• Proficiency in Autodesk Civil 3D and Microsoft Office.
• PE license in MA, NY or NJ preferred, or ability to obtain licensure in six months.
• Valid driver's license with ability to travel.

Salary Range

The projected range for this position is $190,000 – $240,000 annually. Depending upon other factors, the range may vary slightly.

*At this time, Dewberry will not sponsor a new applicant for work authorization.

Dewberry is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation.