Project Engineering Manager - Overhead Transmission Lines

SolveNow Inc.; Tualatin (OR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Project Engineering Manager for overhead transmission lines. This role involves leading a team, managing projects across design services, and ensuring quality standards. Ideal candidates will have 8 years of experience in high-voltage overhead transmission projects, strong capabilities in PLS-CADD, and excellent communication skills to engage clients. Join us to drive innovative energy solutions for clients and support business development efforts.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing EPC overhead transmission line projects.
• Eight years of experience in high-voltage overhead line design.
• Strong understanding of structural loading design.

Responsibilities

• Manage budget, schedule, and quality requirements for projects.
• Develop strong relationships with project leadership and teams.
• Support business development and client interactions.

Skills

Project management

Client engagement

Engineering design

Technical communication

Budget management

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

PLS-CADD

Job description

About the job Project Engineering Manager - Overhead Transmission Lines

The Opportunity

As the Transmission Line Project Engineering Manager, you will have the opportunity to:

• Lead a multi-discipline team of engineers and technicians
• Manage diverse and challenging projects across a portfolio of design services and EPC programs
• Oversee design quality, budget, and schedule
• Support client interaction, proposals, and business development

The Team

Our work is driven to meet clients rapidly changing infrastructure needs. We continue to invest in renewable energy to power the future and deliver more sustainable solutions. By joining our team, youll be at the forefront of helping clients with innovative energy solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Develops and manages budget, schedule, and quality requirements across multiple disciplines for assigned projects
• Actively manages project changes directly with the Client in coordination with the Project Manager
• Reviews lower-level engineering work or assignments; may serve as the engineer of record for assigned projects
• Builds strong working relationships with project leadership, design teams, and support staff
• Communicates client interests and drivers to project team members and develops approaches to accommodate these concerns
• Provides support to business development and pursuit activities
• Occasional travel to support site visits, design reviews, and client meetings
• Consistently and independently applies knowledge while complying with company quality programs
• Ensures client and industry standards are maintained on assigned projects
• Provides guidance, mentorship, and direction to team members

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing Engineering, Procurement, Construction (EPC) or design services overhead transmission line projects for investor-owned utilities in the United States
• Eight years of experience in high-voltage overhead transmission line design with strong understanding of PLS-CADD, line routing, structural loading design, foundation design, and overall project lifecycle
• Excellent communication skills and an interest in engaging with clients to grow relationships
• Advanced knowledge of engineering design principles and applicable design guides and standards
• Working knowledge of interdisciplinary project coordination: procurement, subcontract administration, permitting, real estate and land acquisition, and construction support
• Familiarity with proposal processes and developing engineering estimates
• P.E. License highly preferred

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in engineering from an accredited program (domestically or internationally)
• Minimum of 8 years related work experience
• Ability to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements, which may include background checks, drug screening, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with applicable laws and regulations

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