What is the role of a Transmission Department Manager at Spring Recruits?

The Transmission Department Manager position at Spring Recruits is a Full-time or part-time position opportunity in the Executive/Management field.

Where is this Transmission Department Manager job located?

Chattanooga, Tennessee, 37402, United States

Full-time or part-time position

Compensation will be discussed during the hiring process.

You can apply directly through the application link provided.

Transmission Department Manager

Our company is looking for a highly experienced Transmission Line Division Manager to join our team

1. People Leadership & Development

Lead and develop a high-performing team of engineers and designers through effective recruitment, mentoring, coaching, and performance management.
Collaborate with HR and Recruiting to attract top talent and oversee onboarding for all assigned staff (including interns, new graduates, transfers, and contract conversions).
Guide employees in identifying and pursuing career paths within the T&D organization.
Conduct annual performance reviews and create development plans as required.
Identify training needs and implement targeted training programs in collaboration with T&D leadership.
Champion a positive and inclusive culture rooted in safety, ownership, innovation, and teamwork.

2. Project Execution & Technical Excellence

Serve as a senior technical advisor on transmission projects across the region and for our international teams.
Monitor team performance on project execution and take corrective actions as needed to meet quality, schedule, and budget targets.
Drive adoption of innovative tools, technologies, and workflows to enhance engineering efficiency and outcomes.
Support proposal development and QA/QC efforts for key projects.
Collaborate with regional and Burns & McDonnell India leadership to align project staffing, resource planning, and technical direction.

3. Strategic Planning & Business Growth

Contribute to the formulation and execution of the regions strategic business plan, including SWOT analysis and vision development.
Partner with Marketing, Account Management and Business Development teams to pursue new business, develop proposals, and support sales strategies.
Participate in trade shows, conferences, and thought leadership to promote the firms capabilities.
Promote diversity, innovation, and process improvement initiatives across the department.

4. Cross-Regional & Organizational Alignment

Coordinate with other regional and national leaders to share best practices and support company Global objectives.
Facilitate alignment across T&D offices on standards, tools, and key initiatives.
Support efforts to integrate global engineering resources and ensure consistent delivery.
Assist in resource coordination and work assignment to ensure optimal project staffing.

5. Operational & Quality Oversight

Ensure compliance with T&D Quality Management System and support internal QA/QC processes.
Lead continuous improvement efforts to increase efficiency and consistency in project delivery.
Provide input into selection and implementation of project management systems.
Support development of specialized market offerings, including EPC and program management solutions.

Required Qualifications

Bachelors degree in engineering, construction, or a related field from an accredited program
Minimum 7 years of consulting experience in transmission and distribution, with a focus on engineering design or project management
Proven leadership or supervisory experience in an engineering or technical environment
Experience in team mentoring and performance development
Strong communication, collaboration, and facilitation skills
Demonstrated knowledge of project management tools and methodologies
Record of financial success in project delivery

Preferred Qualifications

10+ years of industry experience
Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) and/or Project Management Professional (PMP)
Experience working with EcoSys, Microsoft Project, PowerBI, and similar tools
Experience in business development, including proposal writing and client engagement
Prior experience in a multi-office, matrixed organizational structure

Primary Location: US-GA-Atlanta

Other Locations: US-TN-Chattanooga, US-NC-Charlotte

Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time