HDR

Transmission Line EPC Program Lead

HDR • $120K — $150K *
Portland, OR 97229In-Person
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field
  • 10 years of relevant experience
  • Minimum of 5 years in project management
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office and project management software
  • Strong organizational and communication skills

Responsibilities

  • Lead transmission line scope in large multidisciplinary EPC projects
  • Advise clients on technical, regulatory, and execution aspects of transmission line development
  • Plan, direct, and monitor execution of transmission line scope with EPC contractors
  • Serve as primary interface between owner, engineering teams, and EPC contractor
  • Identify risks and issues related to transmission line delivery and support resolution
  • Develop and implement execution plans to enhance efficiency and coordination
  • Oversee design and construction activities ensuring compliance with standards

Benefits

  • Mentoring and development opportunities for staff
  • Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams
  • Engagement with various stakeholders in project delivery
  • Potential for exposure to high-voltage projects and advanced delivery models
  • Supportive employee-owned culture promoting active participation
Full Job Description
In the role of Transmission Line EPC Program Lead, we'll count on you to:

  • Assume leadership responsibility for the transmission line scope within large, multidisciplinary EPC infrastructure programs, with a focus on technical delivery, coordination, and execution alongside contractor partners.
  • Advise clients on the technical, regulatory, and execution aspects of transmission line development, including routing, design, permitting, constructability, right-of-way, outage planning, and material strategy.
  • Plan, direct, and monitor all aspects of transmission line scope execution, working in partnership with the EPC contractor responsible for construction. Responsibilities include oversight and coordination of:
    • Routing and siting
    • Engineering (structures, foundations, conductor selection, line ratings)
    • Environmental planning and compliance
    • Right-of-way and land acquisition support
    • Procurement support and materials coordination
    • Construction support and field coordination
    • Outage coordination and commissioning support
  • Serve as the primary transmission interface between the owner, engineering teams, and the EPC contractor to ensure alignment on design intent, execution strategy, and constructability.
  • Coordinate closely with substation, real estate and environmental teams to ensure seamless integration across the broader program.
  • Anticipate and identify risks and issues specific to transmission line delivery, including permitting constraints, land access, material lead times, contractor execution challenges, and outage limitations. Support the client in issue resolution, risk mitigation, and timely decision-making.
  • Develop and implement execution plans, work processes, and tools specific to the transmission line scope to improve efficiency, enhance coordination with the contractor, and maintain transparency.
  • Provide oversight of design and construction activities performed by others, ensuring compliance with client requirements, industry standards, and program QA/QC expectations.
  • Direct and coordinate a multidisciplinary team of HDR staff and subconsultants. Promote alignment through effective communication and ensure resources are in place to meet scope and contract requirements.
  • Monitor scope, schedule, and budget performance for the transmission line portion of the program, while ensuring conformance with contract documents. Support change management processes and ensure alignment with overall program goals.
  • Engage with clients, utilities, agencies, and stakeholders to support permitting, approvals, communication, and resolution of technical and execution challenges.
  • Mentor and develop staff working on transmission line projects and programs.
  • Perform other duties as needed.


Preferred Qualifications

  • Professional Engineering (PE) License
  • Significant experience in transmission line design and/or EPC delivery
  • Experience delivering or overseeing high-voltage transmission line projects (115kV-500kV+)
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  • Strong understanding of transmission line design standards, permitting processes, and construction methods
  • Experience working collaboratively with EPC contractors or construction partners
  • Familiarity with alternative delivery models (EPC, P3, DBFOM)
  • Experience working within a Program Management Office (PMO) environment
  • PMP certification
  • Willingness to travel and support project and field coordination activities


Qualifications

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in related field
  • 10 years related experience
  • A minimum of 5 years of project management experience
  • Familiar with Microsoft Office, estimating and scheduling software, project management software
  • Must have the ability to interact with various design teams, have excellent organizational, project management and communication (both written and verbal) skills
  • An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

About HDR

HDR is an architecture, engineering, and consulting firm based in Omaha, Nebraska. The company was founded in 1917 as Henningson Engineering Company and has since grown to become one of the largest engineering firms in the United States. HDR provides a wide range of services, including architecture, engineering, environmental consulting, and construction management. The company has worked on a number of high-profile projects, including the Hoover Dam Bypass and the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge. HDR is committed to sustainability and has been recognized for its efforts in this area by organizations such as the U.S. Green Building Council.
Learn more about HDR
Size
10,000 employees
Industry
Real Estate & Construction
Founded
1917
* Ladders Estimates

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