Overhead Transmission Engineering Manager - Kiewit Power Delivery Engineering

Overhead Transmission Engineering Manager - Kiewit Power Delivery Engineering

Kiewit Power Engineers has an immediate opening for a motivated Overhead Transmission Manager to join our growing Power Delivery team! As part of this team of highly specialized design professionals, you will support a variety of transmission and distribution projects ranging from 12kV to 500kV in both engineering detailed design and Engineer, Procure, Construct (EPC) projects for clients throughout the country.

You will be part of a team that supports all aspects of the project execution process by performing innovative design engineering through brainstorming conceptual designs, performing and/or reviewing final design and deliverables, scheduling tasks to meet client needs, as well as mitigating risk to ensure smooth and safe construction operations.

Location

This position is based out of Columbus, OH, and typically requires up to 15% travel.

Responsibilities

Provide day-to-day supervision of the local overhead transmission team. Lead a collaborative team including Kiewit design professionals and subconsultants to understand client needs, prepare deliverables, and provide project updates. Establish design criteria based on industry, company, and/or client standards. Oversee creation of computer models of overhead electric transmission lines and structures in PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE and TOWER. Oversee assembly of drawings, specifications, and design criteria for the procurement of tubular steel structures, lattice towers, and transmission line hardware. Review the vendor supplied calculations and drawings for compliance. Oversee development of comprehensive construction packages for internal construction crews and client contractors that include plan & profiles, staking sheets, stringing tables, bill of materials, structure details, phasing drawings, foundation drawings, and installation specifications. Provide design oversight and quality reviews for complex drawing packages ensuring Kiewit, client and code requirements are met for the project. Drive a culture of design excellence and continuous improvement. Present to management, analyze PLS-CADD reports, formulate design aids, and draft reports using Microsoft 365 (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint, Power BI, and Yammer). Coordinate staffing needs and availability routinely with overhead transmission management peers in other locations. Promote development and mentorship of local overhead transmission team, including performance management and mapping of career paths, goals, and opportunities. Identify design-build opportunities and develop win strategy for capture Lead pursuits of design-build projects Consolidate best practices from project execution Interface and maintain relationships with external design partners Manage schedule and budget Manage deliverables, quality, and compliance Interface with other Kiewit operating districts Interface with construction project leadership Visit construction sites, meet in client offices, and travel out of town to tour supplier facilities as required by projects and assignments.

Qualifications

Bachelor of Science degree (B.S.) in Civil, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering or related field from an ABET accredited University At least ten years' experience performing overhead transmission engineering-related duties Professional Engineer (PE) license required Proficient in PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE; PLS TOWER experience preferred Knowledge of MFAD, LPILE, and geotechnical recommendation application for foundation design preferred Knowledge of client and industry standards including NESC, ASCE, IEEE, and RUS Experience leading teams and projects Experience managing direct reports including approving timesheets, performance appraisals, and resource planning preferred Highly motivated, with a demonstrated passion for excellence and taking initiative Strong work ethic, willingness to do what it takes to get the job done right the first time Demonstrated commitment to ethics and integrity Passion for safety, with the ability to help us ensure that nobody gets hurt Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills Team player with the ability to work independently to meet deadlines, goals, and objectives Strong organization, time management, and attention to detail Working Conditions: Fast-paced office environment; must be able to interact professionally with all levels of management while simultaneously manage a diversified workload and challenging situations efficiently and effectively; regularly sit, stand, walk and talk and listen; occasionally lift and move objects up to 30 pounds. Travel in the U.S. and internationally (5-15%).