Senior Engineering Program Lead — Utilities (Hybrid Remote)

JOHNSON SERVICE GROUP; Chattanooga (TN); Hybrid; USD 152,834,000 - 206,775,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k)

Weekly pay

Job summary

Johnson Service Group is seeking an experienced Sr. Project Engineering Program Manager for a 2-year contract focused on capital projects within the GPFS department, with TVA standards compliance and QA/QC oversight.

The role leads multi-discipline engineering efforts, manages budgets and schedules, and coordinates with vendors, partners, and management. Local/Regional candidates in Chattanooga/Knoxville/Nashville area; limited remote option (60-70%).

Qualifications

• Education: B.S. Degree in Engineering or related field; equivalent education/experience.
• Experience: 8+ years in utility engineering and technical support, including project management, engineering, environment, safety, and contract management.
• Licenses/Certifications: PE license and PMP preferred.

Responsibilities

• Translate goals into specific project engineering activities and provide leadership and technical direction to the project team.
• Lead studies and designs, including drawings, specs, BOMs, procurement specs, and QA/QC plans.
• Provide engineering oversight for multi-disciplinary teams (mechanical, electrical, I&C, civil, structural) with minimal supervision.
• Manage budgets, forecasts, and schedules to meet safety, quality, and environmental targets.
• Ensure compliance with company processes, standards, and contractor performance for project design and execution.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Project management

Budget management

Procurement

QA/QC

Contract management

Education

B.S. in Engineering

Job description

Johnson Service Group is seeking an experienced Sr. Project Engineering Program Manager for a 2-year contract focused on capital projects within the GPFS department, with TVA standards compliance and QA/QC oversight.

The role leads multi-discipline engineering efforts, manages budgets and schedules, and coordinates with vendors, partners, and management. Local/Regional candidates in Chattanooga/Knoxville/Nashville area; limited remote option (60-70%).