Substation Project Engineering Manager

SolveNow Inc.; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Denver is seeking a Substation Project Engineering Manager to lead a multi-discipline team in executing diverse engineering projects. The role involves ensuring design quality, managing project budgets, and fostering client relationships. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in engineering, a Professional Engineer license preferred, and at least five years of relevant experience in substation design. This position offers a challenging yet rewarding opportunity in a rapidly evolving energy sector.

Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license highly preferred.
• At least five years of substation design experience.
• Strong communication skills and ability to build client relationships.
• Advanced knowledge of engineering design principles.

Responsibilities

• Prepare complex engineering deliverables for projects.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, and quality requirements.
• Identify key client interests and develop solutions.
• Provide technical leadership for complex substation projects.

Skills

Project management

Technical leadership

Client relationship building

Engineering design principles

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

About the job Substation Project Engineering Manager

The Opportunity
As the Substation 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
The business is focused on meeting clients rapidly changing infrastructure needs, with continued investment in renewable energy and sustainable solutions. Joining the team means working at the forefront of delivering innovative energy solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Execution
  • Prepare complex engineering deliverables for multiple or mega projects
  • Conduct research to develop equipment and material recommendations
  • Manage data and perform complex engineering calculations
  • Develop and manage project budgets, schedules, and quality requirements across multiple disciplines
  • Lead larger production teams, coordinate multi-discipline activities, and serve as the responsible charge for a project
• Client Interface
  • Identify key client interests and drivers for moderately complex projects
  • Communicate client concerns to project team members and develop solutions
  • Provide support for business development or pursuit activities
  • Manage project changes directly with the client under Project Manager supervision
• Technical Expertise
  • Lead large multi-discipline teams to meet project deliverables
  • Provide technical leadership for complex substation projects
  • Drive solutions to achieve project goals
• Management Responsibilities
  • Review lower-level engineering work or assignments
  • Responsible for hiring, discipline, and pay administration of subordinates

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license highly preferred
• Experience managing Engineering, Procurement, Construction (EPC) or design services substation and switchyard projects for investor-owned utilities in the U.S.
• At least five years of substation design experience with strong understanding of project lifecycle, layout design and optimization, relay protection & control, civil/structural design, and major substation equipment
• Strong communication skills and ability to build client relationships
• Advanced knowledge of engineering design principles, guides, and standards
• Working knowledge of procurement processes and contract administration
• Familiarity with proposal processes and developing engineering estimates

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in engineering from an accredited program
• Minimum of 8 years related work experience
• Ability to meet pre-employment onboarding requirements (background check, drug screen, MVR search, as required by law/regulation)

Certifications

• Professional registration or licensure in home country, or active pursuit of such registration
• Additional registrations may be required depending on assignment