Minneapolis, MN, US Hybrid Contract $142,710.00 - $215,440.00

Sargent & Lundy is hiring a Transmission Line Engineering Consultant 2 - Grid

About the Role

Oversee the end-to-end delivery of transmission and distribution infrastructure projects, ensuring alignment with safety standards, timelines, and financial targets. This role requires guiding initiatives from initial planning through final execution, with a focus on accountability and performance.

Key Responsibilities

  • Direct multiple utility-scale projects, managing scope, scheduling, and resource allocation
  • Collaborate with internal engineering teams and external partners to coordinate project phases
  • Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and maintain accurate project documentation
  • Monitor budget performance and schedule adherence, reporting progress to stakeholders
  • Identify potential risks in construction planning and implement mitigation strategies
  • Track project changes and manage change orders efficiently
  • Provide clear, concise reporting tailored to client expectations
  • Coach team members and foster professional development within project groups
  • Maintain strong communication with client representatives and functional leads
  • Analyze project challenges and recommend practical, data-informed solutions

Qualifications

Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program or a business-related field. A minimum of 10 years of project management experience in utility transmission systems is required, along with demonstrated leadership in multidisciplinary environments. Prior experience serving as a liaison between technical teams and clients is essential. Strong organizational, communication, and multitasking abilities are critical for managing concurrent project demands.

Preferred qualifications include hands-on engineering design background, PMP certification, and field experience in construction and commissioning activities. The position supports a hybrid work model, combining office-based collaboration with remote work flexibility.

Required Skills
Project ManagementTransmission Line EngineeringUtility Transmission ProjectsElectric Utility IndustryMulti-disciplinary Team LeadershipContract AdministrationResource ManagementClient LiaisonEngineering PlanningABET-accredited Engineering Degree Project ManagementTransmission Line EngineeringUtility Transmission ProjectsElectric Utility IndustryMulti-disciplinary Team LeadershipContract AdministrationResource ManagementClient LiaisonEngineering PlanningABET-accredited Engineering Degree
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Sargent & Lundy
Sargent & Lundy is an engineering consulting firm specializing in power infrastructure, nuclear power, grid solutions, renewable energy, and other technical consulting services.
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Department Transmission Line Engineering
Category other
Posted 3 days ago