Burns & McDonnell

Transmission Department Manager - Southeast Region

Burns & McDonnell • $100K — $130K *
Chattanooga, TN 37421In-Person
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Reposted 2 months ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction, or related field.
  • Minimum 7 years of consulting experience in transmission and distribution engineering design or project management.
  • Proven leadership or supervisory experience in an engineering environment.
  • Experience in team mentoring and performance development.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills.
  • Knowledge of project management tools and methodologies.
  • Record of financial success in project delivery.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and develop a high-performing team of engineers and designers.
  • Monitor team performance on project execution to meet targets.
  • Drive adoption of innovative tools and workflows in engineering processes.
  • Cooperate with HR to attract top talent and facilitate onboarding.
  • Contribute to the execution of the region's strategic business plan.
  • Participate in trade shows and conferences to promote the firm.
  • Ensure compliance with the T&D Quality Management System.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for career development through mentoring and training.
  • Inclusive company culture with a focus on safety and teamwork.
  • Collaboration with international teams on significant projects.
  • Access to innovative tools and technologies for enhanced performance.
  • Involvement in strategic planning and business growth initiatives.
Full Job Description
Description
  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.
  1. 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.
  1. Strategic Planning & Business Growth
  • Contribute to the formulation and execution of the region's 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 firm's capabilities.
  • Promote diversity, innovation, and process improvement initiatives across the department.
  1. Cross-Regional & Organizational Alignment
  • Coordinate with other regional and national leaders to share best practices and support Burns & McDonnell 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.
  1. 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.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's 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

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

Job Engineering

Primary Location US-GA-Atlanta

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

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time

Req ID: 251643

Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-EF #T&D

About Burns & McDonnell

Burns & McDonnell is a full-service engineering, architecture, construction, environmental and consulting solutions firm. The company was founded in 1898 by Clinton Burns and Robert McDonnell and is headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri. Burns & McDonnell provides services to a wide range of industries, including aviation, defense, energy, environmental, healthcare, and transportation. The company has over 7,500 employees and operates in more than 50 countries around the world. Burns & McDonnell has been recognized as one of the best places to work in the United States by Fortune magazine.
Learn more about Burns & McDonnell
Size
7,500 employees
Industry
Real Estate & Construction
Founded
1898
* Ladders Estimates

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