Planning Manager

Henkels & McCoy West; Pomona (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan

Annual bonus or incentive eligibility

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Voluntary Life Insurance

Voluntary Short Term & Long Term Disab

Paid time off

Job summary

Henkels & McCoy West is seeking an experienced Planning Manager to lead the West Region's Technical Solutions Group. You will drive engineering, planning, design, estimating, and consulting services for electric, gas, and communications utilities across the western United States.

You will oversee multi-disciplinary teams, manage budgets, develop strategic client relationships, and help position the firm for long-term success through effective project execution and growth initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical or mechanical engineering, engineering technology, business, construction management, or related field.
• 10+ years of utility industry experience in engineering, planning, design, technical services, estimating, or related disciplines.
• 5+ years of leadership experience managing technical, engineering, planning, or design teams.
• Strong understanding of utility engineering, transmission and distribution systems, construction practices, project execution, and contract administration.
• Demonstrated experience managing budgets, resources, workforce planning, and operational performance.
• Proven success in customer relationship management and business development.
• Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and Word.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel throughout the region as required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute short- and long-term business plans aligned with regional and corporate objectives.
• Direct and oversee engineering, planning, design, estimating, and technical consulting services across utility infrastructure projects.
• Manage multiple technical disciplines with emphasis on electric transmission and distribution systems.
• Provide senior-level technical guidance, project oversight, and risk management support.
• Support project teams through planning, execution, resource allocation, issue resolution, and stakeholder coordination.
• Develop and maintain strategic relationships with utility clients, municipalities, engineering firms, contractors, and business partners.
• Lead or support proposal development, bid responses, and opportunity capture efforts for large and complex projects.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within electric, gas, and communications utility markets.
• Serve as a senior client contact and trusted advisor to support customer satisfaction and account growth.
• Establish, monitor, and report key performance metrics for operational, financial, and project performance.
• Prepare and manage departmental budgets, forecasting, utilization targets, and profitability goals.
• Coordinate project reviews and ensure projects are executed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with contractual commitments.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Client relationship management

Communication

Negotiation

Project oversight

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or mechanical engineering or related field

Tools

MS Office (Excel, Word)

Job description

Henkels & McCoy West works closely with clients from diverse markets to build enduring partnerships throughout the Western United States. Our team of seasoned professionals designs, builds, manages, and maintains critical and sustainable infrastructure for the power, oil & gas pipeline, gas distribution, and communications industries. Building on a 100-year legacy of performance and service to utility, commercial, industrial, and government clients, H&M West brings together extensive knowledge and innovation to deliver infrastructure construction solutions that meet future energy needs today.

H&M West is a purpose-driven company. Our core values guide our strategy, performance, and culture. We believe in maintaining an environment where team members can make an impact, grow, and thrive. A place where they find meaning and purpose in doing the important work of ensuring communities have the vital energy, light, and communications to prosper. Our culture is inclusive and welcoming. Our team is empowered with abundant training, tools, and opportunities to follow their curiosity and ambitions. Everyone has an equal chance to advance. Everyone is supported, respected, and challenged to be their best. We’re always looking for talented and dedicated people to join us.

Henkels & McCoy West is a proud subsidiary of MasTec (NYSE: MTZ), a Fortune 500 Company ranked by Energy News-Record as one of the leading contractors in the country. H&M West is part of the MasTec Power Delivery segment. We are certified as a minority-controlled company by the National Minority Suppliers Development Council (NMSDC). Our rich diversity of people and ideas makes us a stronger, more innovative organization.

Position Summary:

Henkels & McCoy, Inc. seeks an experienced, strategic Planning Manager to lead the West Region's Technical Solutions Group. This leadership role is responsible for the operational, financial, and business performance of a multi-disciplinary technical services organization supporting electric utility, gas utility, communications, and infrastructure customers throughout the western United States.

The Planning Manager leads engineering, planning, design, estimating, surveying, feasibility studies, and consulting services while ensuring successful project execution, customer satisfaction, employee development, and profitable growth. The position serves as a key link between technical delivery, business development, and construction operations, helping position Henkels & McCoy for long-term success with both existing and prospective clients.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute short- and long-term business plans aligned with regional and corporate objectives.
• Direct and oversee engineering, planning, design, estimating, and technical consulting services across utility infrastructure projects.
• Manage multiple technical disciplines with emphasis on electric transmission and distribution systems.
• Provide senior-level technical guidance, project oversight, and risk management support.
• Support project teams through planning, execution, resource allocation, issue resolution, and stakeholder coordination.
• Develop and maintain strategic relationships with utility clients, municipalities, engineering firms, contractors, and business partners.
• Lead or support proposal development, bid responses, and opportunity capture efforts for large and complex projects.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within electric, gas, and communications utility markets.
• Serve as a senior client contact and trusted advisor to support customer satisfaction and account growth.
• Establish, monitor, and report key performance metrics for operational, financial, and project performance.
• Prepare and manage departmental budgets, forecasting, utilization targets, and profitability goals.
• Coordinate project reviews and ensure projects are executed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with contractual commitments.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mechanical Engineering, engineering technology, Business, construction management or a related field; equivalent industry experience may be considered.
• 10+ years of utility industry experience in engineering, planning, design, technical services, estimating, or related disciplines.
• 5+ years of leadership experience managing technical, engineering, planning, or design teams.
• Strong understanding of utility engineering, transmission and distribution systems, construction practices, project execution, and contract administration.
• Demonstrated experience managing budgets, resources, workforce planning, and operational performance.
• Proven success in customer relationship management and business development.
• Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and Word.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel throughout the region as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license, preferably in California.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Construction management and field operations experience.
• Experience with electric investor-owned utilities and municipalities, particularly: SCE, SDG&E, LADWP, and PG&E.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary utility programs involving engineering, planning, design, and construction support services.

Salary Range:

$120,000.00 to $180,000.00 (dependent upon level of experience & background)

Full-time employees are eligible to participate in our benefit plan, which includes the following:

• 401(k) Plan
• Annual bonus or incentive eligibility
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Voluntary Short Term & Long-Term Disability
• Paid time off

Henkels & McCoy West, LLC. is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.