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Quanta Services

Builds and repairs power grids and utility networks

Director of Engineering - Substation Structural

Engineering LeadershipUpdated on Nov 5
Full-timeVirginia, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A minimum of 15 years of experience in the electric utility industry performing engineering-related duties and/or managing high-voltage electrical projects is required.
  • A Bachelor of Science or graduate degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited university is required.
  • A Professional Engineer license is required.
  • Candidates must have a proven track record of leading multidisciplinary engineering teams and delivering complex projects on time and within budget.
  • Candidates must have strong technical expertise in structural, civil, electrical, or mechanical engineering and a comprehensive understanding of engineering principles and practices.
  • Candidates must have expert knowledge of electric utility engineering and construction standards.
  • Candidates must have advanced knowledge of utility industry processes, including scheduling, contracts, and coordinating and managing all disciplines.
  • Candidates must have business acumen and experience managing departmental budgets.
  • Candidates must know project controls and estimating processes and procedures.
  • Candidates must be able to interpret internal and external business issues, recommend best practices, mitigate risk, and solve complex problems.
  • Candidates must have experience supporting external customers.
  • Candidates must know relevant industry codes, standards, and regulations, including ANSI, ASTM, ACI, AISC, NEC, and NESC.
  • Candidates must be able to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and determine priorities in a complex environment.

Responsibilities

  • Lead, mentor, and develop a team of engineers and technical professionals.
  • Establish and maintain a high-performance culture focused on continuous improvement and innovation.
  • Foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment that values diverse perspectives and talents.
  • Oversee the planning, design, and execution of transmission and substation projects, ensuring alignment with company goals and regulatory requirements.
  • Develop project budgets, schedules, and resource plans, and ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
  • Manage risks and resolve issues that may affect project scope, quality, and delivery.
  • Provide technical guidance and expertise in designing and optimizing transmission and substation systems.
  • Stay current with industry trends, technologies, and regulatory changes, and integrate best practices into engineering processes.
  • Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards in engineering activities.
  • Contribute to company strategic plans and objectives, particularly for transmission and substation infrastructure.
  • Identify and evaluate new business opportunities, partnerships, and technologies that can enhance the company's competitive position.
  • Collaborate with Operations, Finance, Regulatory Affairs, and other departments to align engineering initiatives with broader business goals.
  • Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including customers, regulators, contractors, and suppliers.
  • Represent the company at industry forums, conferences, and regulatory meetings, advocating for the company's interests and promoting its capabilities.

Desired Qualifications

  • A Structural Engineer license is preferred or recommended.
  • Strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams, clients, and external partners are desired.
  • The ability to develop and execute strategic plans, drive innovation, and achieve business objectives is desired.

About the Company

Quanta Services

Builds and repairs power grids and utility networks

Quanta Services builds, upgrades and repairs the power lines, substations, pipelines and communications networks that utilities, power producers and large energy users rely on. It runs its own training school, Northwest Lineman College, which prepares workers for electric line work at campuses in several states. Quanta works through regional operating companies that handle engineering, construction, storm restoration and routine upkeep for their customers. Clients pay under long-term master service agreements for ongoing work and under fixed-price or cost-based contracts for large projects. Quanta was founded in 1997 by combining four electrical contractors and is based in Houston, Texas.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Houston, TX
Founded
1997

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