{"id":3341952,"url":"https://alion.io/job/res-vp-transmission-and-distribution","title":"VP Transmission and Distribution","company":{"id":19158,"name":"RES","domain":"res-group.com","url":"https://alion.io/company/res","size_band":"1001-5000","is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"direct","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"Jobvite","truth_index":null},"role":"Energy","role_family":"Energy","seniority":"head","employment_type":null,"work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"structured","locations":["Houston, United States"],"countries":["US"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":null,"salary_estimate":{"min_usd":169000,"max_usd":243000,"period":"year","method":"role_seniority_country_remote_cell","sample_n":16},"experience_years_min":10,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-10-27T15:53:03Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-10-27","last_verified_at":"2026-10-28T23:49:24Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":1,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":1},"description":"Description\nWe are committed to building a workplace where everyone feels heard and respected, and extending our culture of care so that every individual can reach their full potential. We want you to have a sense of belonging and feel valued for your contributions and the perspectives you bring.\nSummary:\nThe VP, Transmission & Distribution (T&D) is the P&L owner for the T&D business unit, with full accountability for revenue, margin, and cost. This role drives profitable growth of the business unit through disciplined operational execution and proactive business development. This role oversees all day-to-day project activities and the long-term strategic direction of the T&D business unit, including Transmission, Substation/Switchyard, and general high and medium voltage construction projects across the U.S. The VP is fully accountable for the business unit’s financial performance - revenue, margin, and cost - and serves as the primary client-facing leader for the T&D business. \nThe T&D business unit is responsible for standalone transmission and distribution projects that are independent of our core EPC projects. The work is primarily construction-focused, although there may be opportunities for the T&D business unit to support engineering and procurement activities as needed. \nWorking hand-in-hand with Business Development resources, this leader is responsible for identifying, pursuing, securing, negotiating, and executing construction contracts. The VP will build and maintain strong client relationships, grow the T&D construction pipeline, and ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality and safety standards. Direct reports include Pre-Construction, Estimating, and Project Directors, who are accountable for the execution of T&D projects. The VP works collaboratively with Operations and support functions across the broader organization to ensure projects are appropriately staffed, including disciplined workforce planning and resource forecasting. This position reports to the SVP, U.S. EPC and T&D. \nPreferred location is Denver, CO or Houston, TX. The role requires regular presence at RES corporate headquarters in Denver alongside frequent client and project site travel. Candidates outside these markets will be considered based on their ability to meet the travel requirements of the position. \nRequirements:\nOwns full P&L accountability for the T&D business unit, including revenue, margin, cost management, and monthly financial forecasting; directly leads Pre-Construction, Estimating, and Project Directors responsible for project execution, and reports business unit financial performance to SVP, U.S. EPC and T&D. \nDevelops, reviews, and re-defines the business strategy for profitable growth of the business unit; responsible for a three-year business plan including HSQE, revenue, and profit targets. \nEnsures projects are completed safely and according to the planned schedule and budget. \nEnsures that environmental stewardship meets or exceeds contractual requirements and regional regulations. \nEnsures that company management systems, including HSQE, stage gate, and project management processes, are followed and implemented. \nPartners with Business Development resources to identify, pursue, and win new T&D project opportunities; leads or supports contract negotiations with owners and subcontractors. \nPerforms budget management, estimate reviews, budget preparation, and monthly status reviews. \nLeads monthly project reviews for all business unit projects and reports on key project performance to Executive Leadership Team. \nLeads Project Management and Senior T&D Management meetings for internal project status. \nIdentifies risks and opportunities to the monthly financial forecast and resolves all issues to mitigate risks and capture opportunities to improve business unit performance. \nLeads workforce planning and resource forecasting for the T&D Construction business unit; works collaboratively with Operations and support functions across the organization to ensure projects are appropriately staffed; performs talent management, staffing reviews, and succession planning focused on leadership-level roles. \nTravels for negotiations, project site visits, and internal and client meetings. \nServes as the primary client-facing executive for the T&D business; builds and maintains senior client relationships, proactively addresses concerns, resolves project issues, and finalizes change orders while protecting and growing the client relationship. \nAttends work regularly and punctually, as scheduled or expected. \nComplies with Employee Handbook, Code of Conduct, and Company Policies & Procedures. \nCollaborates with external engineers, clients, and Pre-Construction to drive constructability into the project development process, ensuring designs are practical, safe, and optimized for efficient field execution. \nAdditional Responsibilities:\nLeads the T&D construction pursuit process; reviews and approves proposals, coordinates with Business Development on go/no-go decisions, and represents RES in client-facing proposal presentations. Maintains accountability for the T&D new contract award pipeline and reports regularly on business development progress and market opportunities to SVP, U.S. EPC and T&D \nIn collaboration with Commercial and Legal groups, prepare risk management and approval papers per the Stage-Gate and LOA requirements. \nAssists in the development of standard substation designs in collaboration with Engineering to provide efficient, repeatable solutions for clients. \nDrives innovation in construction methods and technology to improve safety, productivity, and project delivery outcomes. \nCollaborates with HSQE, Commercial, PMO, Operational Excellence, and Engineering groups as required for process implementation and improvement. \nCollaborates with the EPC business unit and support functions to ensure project execution consistency, as well as supporting EPC Pre-Construction on planning and estimating as required to support HV scopes for their projects. \nFor select projects, the T&D business unit may engage with engineering activities in support of client needs. This role ensures appropriate collaboration through Pre-Construction and other organizational functions to deploy the right engineering resources and expertise. \nSafety:\nPresents, supports, and leads-by-example with a safety and quality-oriented attitude. \nLeads by example to show that safety is the most important function, ensuring that all employees follow safe practices while working. \nAccountable to continually reinforce safe behaviors and correct “at risk” behaviors. \nAdheres to and ensures all site team members understands standard operating procedures. \nLeads and supports the site team in technical, quality and safety, utilizing system in place. \nLeadership:\nFosters and demonstrates a workplace inclusive of creating opportunity, serving others, building trust, innovation, and exceeding expectations. \nLeads a direct report team including Pre-Construction, Estimating, and Project Directors, with overall accountability for a broad T&D construction operations organization spanning multiple concurrent projects. \nParticipates in hiring and selection process to fill positions on the team. \nCommunicates regularly with direct reports on goals, accomplishments, and information on policies. \nDemonstrates leadership and expertise in eyes of client group. \nEmployee Development: \nProvides tasks and assignments that challenge and stretch employees’ responsibilities. \nConducts regular discussions with employee(s) on personal development. Comfortable with empowering others. \nConducts timely, effective performance reviews in accordance with RES guidelines. \nQualifications:\nBachelor’s degree in engineering or construction is required. \nMaster’s degree in business is preferred.\n10+ years of industry-related experience in operationally complex organizations is required. \n10+ years of leadership experience managing construction projects and teams, including both direct team leadership development and large operations team leadership is required. \n5+ years of experience in a client-facing or business development capacity within T&D or energy infrastructure construction, including relationship management, pursuit strategy, and contract negotiation is preferred. \nAbility to travel 51-75% domestically required.\nA valid driver’s license is required. \nA track record of strong financial and general management business ownership at high-performing organizations. \nProven experience creating and executing strategies that brought together disparate teams with different cultures to create a larger, sustainable organization. \nStrong analytical skills with the demonstrated ability to use data analysis to build actionable insights. \nAbility to understand new areas within the business and desire to operate outside the current comfort zone. \nExcellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to tailor them to individual personalities. \nStrong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and the desire to bring structure to undefined procedures. \nInternal communication with executive managers, Directors, Project Managers, Estimators, Project Developers, Site Accountants, Engineering, Legal, HSQE, and H.R. and cross-functional departmental teams. \nDemonstrated business development acumen, including experience cultivating client relationships, developing pursuit strategies, and closing construction contracts in the T&D or broader energy infrastructure market. \nDevelops motivation techniques to lead a team that suits our company values and employee commitment. \nFunctional competencies include accountability, building strategic partnerships, business acumen, ethics & integrity, and managing vision & purpose. \nPrevious experience with direct interface with Engineering teams is critical. \nRES offers benefits that are effective first day of employment. These benefits include the following:\nMedical, Dental and Vision\nHealth Savings Account with employer contribution\nFlexible Spending Accounts\n4x pay Basic Life and Voluntary Life\nShort and Long Term Disability\nAccident, Hospital, and Critical Illness\n401 (k) plan with 6% company match\n4 weeks Paid Time Off (PTO) and 10 Paid Holidays\nTuition Reimbursement and Green Car Reimbursement\nVolunteer and Charity Matching\nPaid Parental Leave and Paid Sabbatical Leave\nEmployee Referral Bonus\nEmployee Discounts and Wellness programs\nWellness Reimbursement\nPhysical requirements and environment:\nThe work environment and physical demands characteristics are representative of those the employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.\nRarely: Crouching, kneeling, lifting 5-15 lbs. and stooping is required.\nOccasionally: Climbing, pinching, pulling/pushing between 5-15lbs. is required.\nFrequently: Carrying 5-15lbs., gripping, handling, standing and walking is required.\nConstantly: Reading, grasping, hearing, reaching, vision, repetitive motion, and sitting is required.\nFrequently exposed to extreme cold, heat, and humidity, wet climates, noise, hazards, and vibration in the working environment.\nWe maintain a drug-free workplace. Candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment background investigation and drug test as a condition of employment.\nRES is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. 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