Technical Lead - Power Distribution & Client Growth

HKA Enterprises; Coraopolis (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

HKA Enterprises in the United States seeks a Technical Lead to oversee large engineering projects, ensuring quality, schedule, and budget adherence. You will drive client relationships, navigate contract cycles, hire/train staff, and grow regional revenue while delivering detailed design and technical guidance for power distribution projects.

The role requires 10+ years in electrical distribution design, proven PM experience, and strong leadership capabilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering required.
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience.
• Proven experience in planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling, and monitoring engineering projects.
• Proven experience in project management roles with a track record of successful project delivery.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with clients, team members, and stakeholders.
• Knowledge of industry standards and best practices related to engineering, construction management, quality assurance, and safety protocols.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues and implement effective solutions in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop business with new and existing clients.
• Manage and strengthen client relationships.
• Establish project-specific scopes of services and fees for leadership and client approval.
• Plan, develop, coordinate, and direct large projects or engineering programs.
• Supervise technical teams in the production of design documents, calculations, plans, and specifications.
• Conduct research in power generation and power delivery systems.
• Demonstrate ability to research and work in different geographies.
• Serve as a technical specialist, applying advanced theories and concepts.
• Assist with or lead the development of proposals, negotiations, and client presentations.
• Collaborate with internal departments to support client relationship development and business growth.
• Manage work routines and assign job activities.
• Attend and participate in project team meetings.
• Provide task performance and project status reports.
• Coordinate with internal practices and sub-consultants.
• Provide technical oversight and guidance to project teams.

Skills

Electrical distribution design

Team leadership

Client relationship growth

Proposal development

Contract management

Billing

Staff development

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Master’s Degree in Engineering or MBA

Job description

HKA Enterprises in the United States seeks a Technical Lead to oversee large engineering projects, ensuring quality, schedule, and budget adherence. You will drive client relationships, navigate contract cycles, hire/train staff, and grow regional revenue while delivering detailed design and technical guidance for power distribution projects.

The role requires 10+ years in electrical distribution design, proven PM experience, and strong leadership capabilities.