Substation Project Manager/Team Lead

4 weeks ago


Round Rock, United States HDR Full time
About HDR

At HDR, we're passionate about delivering world-class engineering, architecture, environmental, and construction services. Our multidisciplinary teams of scientists, economists, builders, analysts, and artists work together to create innovative solutions that make a positive impact on communities. We're committed to diversity and inclusion, and we're proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.

Job Summary

HDR Engineering is seeking a Substation Project Manager/Team Lead to join our growing team of Power Delivery professionals in Texas. As a key member of our team, you'll have the opportunity to lead and manage substation projects, build and develop a local substation team, and provide oversight over workload, quality, and team morale.

Key Responsibilities
  • Manage and lead substation projects throughout the entire project life cycle, including scope and proposal development, project team development and assignment, project execution, project closeout, quality control, schedule, and budget management.
  • Work independently and/or direct, mentor, train, and/or supervise one or more Project Engineers, EITs, Designers, CADD Technicians, and administrative staff.
  • Lead the QA/QC process on projects per HDR's Quality Management Systems (QMS) requirements with a commitment to delivering world-class quality.
  • At times, oversee non-engineering components of projects, including public involvement, environmental permitting, right of way acquisition, construction management, and other services.
  • Build, develop, and supervise a local substation team and provide oversight over workload, quality, utilization, team morale, training, and perform annual performance reviews of team members.
  • Leverage existing staff across the company to execute work and deliver world-class services to clients in the Texas region.
  • Perform client management, project management, staff supervision, and/or technical support activities.
  • Coordinate with HDR's Talent Acquisition team and leadership to develop a hiring plan to help build and grow a group of substation professionals.
  • At times, support and engage in broader business development activities with existing and target clients in the region.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Civil or Electrical preferred).
  • PE license and ability to obtain a Texas PE within 6 months.
  • A minimum of 10 years or experience with 5+ years of substation design experience.
  • Strong client and project management skills.
  • Previous experience managing and supervising staff.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or ability to obtain it within 6 months, together with experience using project management tools, such as MSProject, a plus.
  • Ability to effectively understand and apply many of the following project management concepts is strongly preferred: project life cycle, contract terms and project risk, work breakdown structures, project scope/schedule/budget, project initiation, project planning, financial management and controls, including earned value, internal/external communication, team management, change management, and project closeout.
  • Experience and client relationships in Texas considered a strong advantage.
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering preferred.
  • Master's degree considered a plus.
  • Track record of working cooperatively with diverse teams; regional, department, and technical managers; and project staff preferred.
  • Experience with transmission, distribution, communication, and system protection and planning projects, as well as public involvement, environmental permitting, and real estate acquisition considered a plus.
  • Experience working with Renewables developers and/or the interconnection of Renewables a plus.
Why HDR

At HDR, we believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. We're passionate about delivering innovative solutions that make a positive impact on communities. We're committed to diversity and inclusion, and we're proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.

We're seeking a talented and motivated individual to join our team as a Substation Project Manager/Team Lead. If you're passionate about delivering world-class engineering services and have a strong background in substation design, we encourage you to apply.



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