Engineering Project Manager - Transmission Line

Quanta Infrastructure Solutions Group, LLC; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Retirement Plan

Holiday Pay

PTO

Health Coverage

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Professional Development

Tuition Assistance

Employee Discount Program

Job summary

Quanta Infrastructure Solutions Group, LLC is seeking an Engineering Project Manager for Transmission Line to lead technical initiatives across the project lifecycle, from conception through closeout. The role collaborates with engineering and operations leadership to meet safety, quality, and performance standards in high voltage projects.

You will oversee engineering staff, coordinate with clients and partners, and help drive innovations in processes while ensuring adherence to industry

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years in the electric utility industry on high voltage projects.
• B.S. or graduate degree in Engineering from ABET accredited university.
• P.E. license is preferred.
• Proven track record leading multidisciplinary engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with leadership on technical goals and oversee engineering work.
• Serve as technical lead through all project phases with client visits as needed.
• Manage engineering service providers and KPI reviews with senior leadership.
• Develop engineering controls and quality assurance standards.
• Ensure documentation and standards meet requirements.
• Manage staffing and resource planning to support growth.
• Lead training strategy for engineering staff.
• Support business development with client meetings and proposals.
• Drive innovation and efficiencies in processes.
• Promote safety, quality, integrity in the engineering department.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Electrical engineering

Budget management

Stakeholder management

Quality & safety

Education

ABET-accredited university

B.S. or graduate degree in Engineering

Job description

About Us

QISG leverages Quanta’s comprehensive resources to deliver collaborative solutions for our partners' energy infrastructure needs. We use in-house talent, expertise and resources to plan, design, engineer, manage, conduct maintenance on and construct projects.

Our turnkey service capabilities provide our customers with efficiency, consistency, attention to detail and safe execution. The QISG team brings together Engineering, Safety, Quality, Material Procurement, QA/QC, Right-of-Way Acquisition, Scheduling, Environmental Planning, Permitting, Title and Land Management expertise that ensure outstanding results for our clients.

About this Role

Job Title: Engineering Project Manager - Transmission Line

At QISG, our Transmission Line teams play a vital role in the safe, reliable, and efficient delivery of power across communities and regions. We design, build, maintain, and upgrade high-voltage transmission infrastructure that supports the backbone of the electric grid. Whether working on new construction, line upgrades, or critical maintenance, our teams ensure projects are executed with the highest standards of safety, quality, and performance. Our work involves both traditional methods and the latest industry innovations to deliver sustainable, cost-effective, and reliable solutions for our customers.

The Engineering Project Manager will provide engineering expertise and technical support throughout the project lifecycle and support field operations, customer account management, procurement, and key stakeholder groups within Quanta. It will report to the Engineering Director and support transmission lines across the QISG platform.

What You'll Do

• Strategically collaborate with engineering and operational leadership on technical goals and oversee engineering work.
• Act as a technical lead during the conceptual, preliminary engineering, detailed design, construction, and closeout phases of the project lifecycle. This will include customer or jobsite visits as necessary during different phases of a project.
• Manage the performance of engineering service providers, including developing and reviewing key performance indicators with senior leadership from the service providers.
• Develop and implement engineering controls and quality assurance standards.
• Ensure internal technical documentation and standards are upheld to meet company and customer requirements.
• Responsible for managing engineering staffing initiatives and planning for resource needs to support customer and department growth.
• Lead, mentor, and oversee training strategy for engineering staff.
• Support business development efforts by participating in client meetings, proposal development, and project planning activities.
• Work with Quanta Engineering and Construction OpU’s to drive work.
• Drive innovation and efficiency in engineering processes and methodologies, leveraging new technologies and best practices to enhance project delivery and performance.
• Foster a culture of safety, quality, and integrity within the engineering department, promoting adherence to QISG's core values and principles.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and advancements in engineering practices, and incorporate relevant innovations into project designs and processes
• Represent QISG in industry forums, conferences, and professional associations to enhance the company's reputation and thought leadership in the engineering community.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You'll Bring

• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in the electric utility industry performing engineering related duties and/or management for high voltage electrical projects.
• Bachelor of Science degree (B.S.) or Graduate degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited university.
• P.E. license is preferred.
• Proven track record of successfully leading multidisciplinary engineering teams and delivering complex projects on time and within budget.
• Strong technical expertise in structural, civil, or electrical engineering, with a comprehensive understanding of engineering principles and practices.
• Expert knowledge of electric utility engineering and construction standards.
• Knowledge of utility industry processes including scheduling, contracts, coordinating and managing all disciplines.
• Excellent business acumen and experience managing departmental budgets.
• Knowledge of process and procedures for project controls and estimates.
• Experience interpreting internal and external business issues, recommending best practices, mitigating risk and solving complex problems.
• Demonstrated experience supporting external customers.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams, clients, and external partners.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute strategic plans, drive innovation, and achieve business objectives.
• Knowledge of relevant industry codes, standards, and regulations, including ANSI, ASTM, ACI, AISC, IEEE, NEC, NESC, and others.
• Able to deal with ambiguity and ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks and determine priorities in a complex environment.

What You'll Get

• Competitive Compensation
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Holiday Pay
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Comprehensive Health Coverage
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Professional Development
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Discount Program

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.