Substation Engineering Manager / Section Manager - Power Delivery

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

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Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

We believe electricity powers modern life. As part of our Power sector, you’ll help shape how electricity is generated, transmitted and delivered as global energy demands grow. From massive data centers to modernizing transmission systems, our industry-recognized engineers and scientists have been at the forefront of grid transformation for more than a century. You’ll work side-by-side with these experts and contribute to reliable, resilient and sustainable power systems, helping communities thrive and industries expand. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to drive infrastructure forward, power innovation and leave your mark on our energy future.

In the role of Substation Section Manager, we'll count on you to:

• Responsible for Program and/or Project Management and oversight of substation projects of all sizes and complexity,

  including scope and/or proposal development, project team development and assignment, project execution, project

  closeout, and quality control, schedule, and budget management.

• Should understand basic project management tools and techniques including client goals and objectives, contract types

  and project risk, work breakdown structures, project scope, schedule, and budget, financial management and controls,

  including earned value, and project closeout.

• Must be an effective written and verbal communicator.
• Must maintain a positive working environment for all staff.
• Supervise substation team leads and staff and provide oversight over workload,

  training, and performing annual performance reviews of team members.

• Coordinate with company recruiting staff, business class and national leadership to develop a hiring plan and grow the

  group based on client and work sharing needs.

• Establish a network of relationships with technical and leadership peers in other offices and leverage those relationships

  and resources with work sharing opportunities.

• The Substation Section Manager shall develop and maintain a mentorship program for the Substation team members.

  This shall be developed in conjunction with the System Protection and Studies section and the Transmission section, so

  cross training opportunities are identified and provided to staff.

• Coordinate with Area leadership to promote and ensure the work performed in the section meets the corporate and HDR

  Quality Management System (QMS) requirements and that a culture of quality is maintained in the section.

• Maintain up to date and accurate workload and utilization forecasting that aligns with Area and Business Class

  expectations.

• Participate in client management, project management and/or technical support activities. This include but is not limited

  to representing HDR at industry conferences and participating in mid-year and annual budgeting, Business Class working

  groups, annual strategic development meetings, and Area Power Delivery coordination meetings.

• Participate in local or national industry associations as a committee member.
• Increase HDR’s local or national exposure by developing white papers or as a presenter at conference or association

  meetings.

Preferred:

• Previous work experience in a senior technical and/or leadership role either with a utility or consulting engineering firm is

  preferred.

• Familiarity with various types of substation design layouts
• Working knowledge of jobsite electrical hazards and associated safety precautions, including working clearances and

  personal protective equipment

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• A minimum of 10 years experience
• Professional registration, license or certification may be required based on role
• Strong communication and listening skills
• Ability to handle multiple assignments
• Good leadership and organizational skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employe r.

We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.