HDR · 6 hours ago
Substation Engineering Manager
Portland, OR
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
7+ years expHDR is a company dedicated to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for its employee-owners. In the role of Substation Engineering Manager, you will be responsible for the technical execution of projects, developing partnerships with Project Managers, and ensuring quality control in project deliverables.
ArchitectureConsulting
Hiring Manager
Jennifer Marshall-Lakin, CIR
Responsibilities
Develops a partnership with Project Managers, whereas the PMs are responsible for scope, schedules, budgets, and client management, and the EM is responsible for technical execution of projects
Works closely with the technical leadership team in development and execution of processes and procedures surrounding quality control, technical expertise, and project delivery
Works closely with local and national Power Delivery leadership to develop internal trainings, mentorship plans, and technical development plans for junior staff
Develops and implements a project execution plan for the technical aspect of projects
Assigns project tasks and provides technical guidance to project team members
Supports the technical aspect of scope, schedule, and budget, including proposal development, work breakdown structure development and implementation, progress assessment, risk assessment/mitigation, change management, and schedule management
Coordinates and/or performs quality checks and reviews for all project deliverables per the HDR Quality Management Systems (QMS) requirements, processes, and procedures to deliver a world class quality product to the client. Performs quality checks and/or reviews of projects from other teams on an as needed basis
Works independently and may direct, mentor, train, and/or supervise one or more Project Engineers, EIT’s, or CADD/Designers
Ability to lead multiple projects concurrently, utilizing teams in different locations
Works with senior engineers and technical leaders to identify and develop specific technical expertise and will attend training and seminars focused on further development and understanding of complex concepts related to their discipline
May also assist with developing technical papers and/or presentations that showcase HDR’s technical capabilities at industry conferences or other events
Participates in project reviews as needed
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering
7 years related experience
A minimum 2 years project management experience
Professional Engineer (PE) license
MS Office and MS Project experience is required (Access experience would be plus)
Demonstrated leadership skills
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
Preferred
Master's degree
PMP certification
Company
HDR
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