Transmission Section Manager

HDR; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm seeks a Transmission Line Business Class Leader to manage engineering components of transmission projects in Tampa, Florida. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience in the electric utility industry, a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, and a PE license. This full-time role requires strong leadership and communication skills, with a commitment to HDR's employee-owned culture.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of transmission line engineering experience in the electric utility and/or renewables industry.
• Strong communication and listening skills.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture.

Responsibilities

• Manage and execute engineering and design components of transmission projects.
• Develop project execution plans for the technical aspects of transmission projects.
• Lead project engineers and staff.
• Coordinate the QA/QC process on projects.
• Lead multiple projects concurrently.

Skills

Transmission line engineering experience

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Organization skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

PE license

Master’s degree

Tools

PLS-CADD

Job description

Apply for the Transmission Line Business Class Leader role at HDR.

At HDR, our employee‑owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Responsibilities

• Leveraging technical experience and expertise while working in close coordination with a Project Manager, to manage and execute the engineering and design components of transmission projects.
• Developing and implementing a project execution plan for the technical aspects of transmission projects.
• Working independently and/or directing, mentoring, training, and/or supervising one or more Project Engineers, EITs, Designers, CADD technicians and administrative staff.
• Supporting the technical aspect of scope, schedule, and budget, including proposal development, work breakdown structure development and implementation, progress assessment, risk assessment/mitigation, change management, and schedule management.
• Coordinating and/or leading the QA/QC process on projects per HDR’s Quality Management Systems (QMS) requirements with a commitment to delivering world‑class quality.
• Performing quality checks and/or reviews of projects from other teams as needed.
• Participating in project reviews as needed.
• At times, leading multiple projects concurrently, utilizing teams in different locations.
• Working with senior engineers and technical leaders to identify and develop specific technical expertise and attending training and seminars focused on further development and understanding of complex concepts related to the transmission industry.
• At times, assisting with development of technical papers and/or presentations that showcase HDR’s technical capabilities at industry conferences or other events.

Preferred Qualifications

• PE license
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical or Architectural considered)
• Master’s degree a plus.
• 8+ years of transmission line engineering experience in the electric utility and/or renewables industry.
• Distribution line design and/or steel lattice tower modeling and design experience a plus.
• Track record of working cooperatively with diverse teams; regional, department, and technical managers; and project staff preferred.
• Experience working with Renewables developers and/or the interconnection of Renewables a plus.
• Transmission line design experience using PLS‑CADD, steel and wood transmission structure analysis/design, foundation design, material procurement, specifications, and construction support.
• Exposure to transmission line siting/routing, environmental permitting and right of way acquisition.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• A minimum of 10 years experience
• Professional registration, license or certification may be required based on role
• Strong communication and listening skills
• Ability to handle multiple assignments
• Good leadership and organizational skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must.

Location and Schedule

Primary Location: United States‑Florida‑Orlando

Other Locations: United States‑Florida‑Jacksonville, United States‑Florida‑Tampa

Industry: Power

Schedule: Full‑time

Employee Status: Regular

Business Class: Transmission/Distribution Engineering

Job Posting Date: Nov 4, 2025

Equal Employment Opportunity

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.