Transmission Line Project Manager

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR Engineering is seeking a Transmission Line Project Manager to lead and deliver transmission line projects across diverse settings. You will manage scope, schedule, and budget while coordinating cross-functional teams across multiple offices.

The role emphasizes QA/QC, client engagement, and potential business development to grow HDR's Power Delivery practice. The ideal candidate has a civil or mechanical engineering background with PE/FE credentials and substantial PM experience in power

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil or mechanical engineering or related field.
• FE/PE licensure preferred; PMP acceptable in lieu of PE.
• 7 years related experience and 2+ years project management experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee transmission line projects from inception to closeout.
• Develop scope, schedule, budget, and staffing plans.
• Lead project engineers, EITs, coordinators, and design staff.
• Ensure QA/QC per HDR QMS and client expectations.
• Engage with public involvement, permitting, and real estate as needed.
• Support business development with existing and target clients.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Leadership

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil or mechanical engineering

FE/PE license preferred

PMP in lieu of PE

Job description

Transmission Line Project Manager - ( 195260 )

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?

Watch Our Story: ' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

We believe electricity powers modern life. As part of our Power sector, you’ll help shape how electricity is generated, transmitted and delivered as global energy demands grow. From massive data centers to modernizing transmission systems, our industry-recognized engineers and scientists have been at the forefront of grid transformation for more than a century. You’ll work side‑by‑side with these experts and contribute to reliable, resilient and sustainable power systems, helping communities thrive and industries expand. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to drive infrastructure forward, power innovation and leave your mark on our energy future.

HDR Engineering is currently seeking a Transmission Line Project Manager to join our growing and nationally ranked team of Power Delivery professionals.

As part of a well‑established global Power Delivery practice, you will have the opportunity to manage Transmission Line projects of all sizes and complexities, domestically and potentially abroad. Additionally, you will have the desire to roll up your sleeves and work with the design teams to help execute these projects.

The primary duties of a Transmission Line Project Manager include executing and managing all aspects of transmission line engineering projects, including scope and/or proposal development, project team development and assignment, project execution, quality control, scope, schedule, and budget management, and project closeout. Projects may include routing/siting, public involvement, environmental permitting, real estate acquisition, construction management, or other services.

As a Transmission Line Project Manager, your role will encompass the following:

• Managing and leading projects and programs throughout the entire life cycle.
• Working independently and/or directing, mentoring, training, and/or supervising one or more Project Engineers, EITs, Coordinators, Designers, CADD Technicians, and administrative staff.
• Providing project team member oversight over workload, schedule, quality, utilization, morale, and performance.
• As applicable, being responsible for overseeing non-engineering components of projects and programs, such as public engagement, County/State/Federal agency engagement, permitting, right of way acquisition, and construction management.
• Leading the QA/QC process per HDR’s Quality Management Systems (QMS) requirements with a commitment to delivering services and work products that exceed client quality expectations.
• Supporting client management and at times engaging in broader business development activities with existing and target clients in the region and beyond.
• Coordinating with Area and Regional leadership and HDR’s Talent Acquisition team to develop a hiring plan to help build and grow a group of professionals to meet program and practice needs.
• Ability to workshare with staff in multiple offices to execute projects.
• Represents HDR to support marketing and proposal development for new opportunities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil or mechanical engineering, related field or equivalent experience.
• FE, PE license preferred, PMP in lieu of PE.

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Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field
• 7 years related experience
• A minimum of 2 years project management experience
• Must have the ability to interact with various design teams, have excellent organizational, project management and communication (both written and verbal) skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location

Industry

Power

Schedule

Full‑time

Employee Status

Regular

BusinessClass : Transmission/Distribution Eng

Job Posting

Aug 12, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an affirmative action and Equal Opportunity Employe r.

We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

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