Power Transmission Project Leader

Westwood-Professional-Services; West Henrietta (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking a Transmission Project Manager to lead a portfolio of high‑level engineering design projects across 34.5kV to 500kV. The role offers growth toward client account management and development within a dynamic power delivery team.

The ideal candidate brings 4+ years of engineering design/management experience on transmission projects, with ability to guide engineers and collaborate with stakeholders to deliver on schedule and budget.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Structural or Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• 4+ years of experience in Power Transmission Design.
• Must be able to independently direct a team of Engineers & Engineering Technicians while maintaining work product quality, consistency, accuracy, and reliability.
• Knowledge of overhead & underground Transmission facilities and understanding of its integration into daily activities.
• Familiarity with NESC, ASCE, IEEE, and other industry-relevant standards
• Understanding of industry design software.
• Proficiency in MS Office Software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Project)

Responsibilities

• Lead projects in the preparation of utility engineering designs, cost estimates, and customer billing.
• Manage the engineering and financial aspects of multiple projects ranging from 34.5kV to 500kV.
• Prepare scope and estimates for proposals and statements of qualifications to utility clients.
• Develop project work plans and budget projections to effectively deploy people on project.
• Review, interpret, and act upon business metrics. Including backlog, work in process, account receivables, work bookings, and revenue.
• Review, interpret and act upon business metrics including utilization, backlog, work in process and account receivables
• Prepare, maintain and coordinate schedules of multiple concurrent projects
• Develop and track milestones to ensure on-time and on-budget delivery
• Manage and provide guidance and direction for professional communication with internal and external stakeholders.
• Coordinate internal/external reviews of designs completed prior to submissions.
• Collaborate with the department management to develop, evaluate, and implement new policies and procedures which reflect best engineering practices.
• Collaborate with other departments and divisions on company-wide initiatives.
• Maintain great relationships with our existing clients and seek out opportunities with potential future clients.
• Constructability & Construction Administration: Understands how design decisions impact construction can verify construction is in compliance with plans and requirements.
• Quality Assurance & Control: Takes ownership of deliverable accuracy and completeness through disciplined review processes and adherence to Westwood's QA/QC standards.
• Project Planning & Scheduling: Develops realistic project plans, manages resources, and monitors progress to deliver projects on time and within scope.
• Scope, Budget & Fee Management: Manages project budgets with discipline, tracking financial performance and addressing scope changes proactively.
• Contract & Risk Management: Understands professional services agreements, manages contractual obligations, and mitigates project risk throughout delivery.
• Subconsultant & Team Coordination: Coordinates effectively with subconsultants, contractors, and agencies to produce integrated, conflict-free deliverables.
• Client Relationship Management: Builds trusted, long-term client relationships by serving as a reliable advisor who anticipates needs and exceeds expectations.
• Proposal & Interview Excellence: Produces differentiated, client-focused proposals and presentations that effectively communicate value and win work.
• Collaboration & Teamwork: Works generously and constructively with colleagues across disciplines, offices, and organizations to achieve shared goals.
• Problem Solving & Decision Making: Approaches complex problems analytically, balances competing priorities, and makes sound, timely decisions under uncertainty.

Job description

Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking a Transmission Project Manager to lead a portfolio of high‑level engineering design projects across 34.5kV to 500kV. The role offers growth toward client account management and development within a dynamic power delivery team.

The ideal candidate brings 4+ years of engineering design/management experience on transmission projects, with ability to guide engineers and collaborate with stakeholders to deliver on schedule and budget.