What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Transmission Line Engineer position at Michael Page?
- Lead project execution of full life cycle for transmission & distribution work
- Hybrid work schedule
This position is with a major engineering design organization specializing in transmission, substation and distribution projects, particularly within the utilities department. The company values expertise and precision in delivering high-quality results for its clients.
Job Description
- Responsible for project execution, contract administration, planning and resource management.
- Take ownership for all aspects of project performance including safety, schedule, budget, reporting and client experience through entire project lifecycle.
- Manage and direct the project team to ensure accountability. Mentor and coach team members.
- Develop and maintain a positive working relationship with client functional leads and stakeholders.
- Lead efforts to ensure projects are completed safely, satisfactorily, on time, and within budget.
- Support the reporting of key performance indicators for schedule, budget and other dashboard items.
- Identify and control construction risk.
- Recognize, identify, track and control change.
- Communicate and consult with appropriate stakeholders and supervisors.
- Prepare reports that project information in a clear and concise manner and meet client requirements.
- Analyze issues and provide solutions to improve results.
The Successful Applicant
Essential Skills And Experience
- BS degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program or a management/business degree.
- 10 or more years of experience in the electric utility industry (engineering, construction, planning, etc.)
- 7 or more years of experience specifically in Project Management of Utility Transmission projects.
- Proven experience managing multi-disciplinary teams.
- Experience with serving as a firm/client liaison in a support or lead role.
- Ability to multitask and manage multiple competing priorities is critical to success.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work in a collaborative team setting.
- Engineering design experience is a plus.
- PMP Certification is a plus.
- Construction and start-up experience a plus.
- Competitive hourly pay between $70 and $95 USD.
- Flexibility that works: Choose a hybrid or remote schedule that fits your life and projects
- Access to medical, dental, and vision benefits.
- Opportunity to work in a key role within the energy and natural resources sector.
- A temporary position offering hands-on experience with impactful projects.
- This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated Engineer to make a meaningful impact. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply
- Long-term contract opportunity with contract-to-hire intent after 6-12 months; based on performance and project needs.
- Overtime paid at 1.5x, with strong potential for additional hours during peak project phases.
- Opportunity to travel to project sites nationwide supporting major power delivery projects, with all travel expenses covered.
- Work on high-impact transmission and substation infrastructure projects supporting grid modernization and reliability initiatives across the U.S.
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits available.
- Join a firm consistently recognized as a "Top Place to Work" for five consecutive years, known for its collaborative engineering culture and commitment to employee development.
Contact: Dom Delia
Quote job ref: JN-042026-6995285
Salary : $145,588 - $197,584