Director, Projects - Transmission and Distribution

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Summary: 

The Director, Projects – Renewable Energy Systems (RS) Transmission and Distribution (T&D) is

responsible for the development of the power delivery construction business with an emphasis on renewable energy. This position will lead a large team of employees and be responsible for the safe operation of the RES T&D power delivery construction business. Areas of expertise should include, substation construction, transmission and distribution overhead and underground power line construction, solar power delivery systems, battery storage power delivery systems and wind driven turbine power delivery systems This position will continue to review and re-define the business strategy in conjunction with senior management, be responsible for the business budget, develop new relationships with utilities and private customers, respond to requests for proposals and, when successful on bids, give direction to the Project Managers who will be responsible for delivering quality projects on time and on budget. In this position, you must be willing to travel. This role will be hybrid requiring 3 days in office and 2 days working from home.

Requirements:   

• Reviews and approves the RES T&D construction business strategy plan yearly.
• Develops and is responsible for the RES T&D construction business plan.
• Ensures the project teams have the resources, workforce, and materials to safely build a power delivery system construction project with a high degree of quality per the construction schedule.
• Works with the business development team to create leads and develop relationships with prospective customers.
• Oversees the responses to Requests for Proposals and supports the bid process to negotiate new projects successfully.
• Directs and supervises the delivery of power delivery construction projects.
• Ensures that projects are constructed safely to high-quality standards and that they are resourced correctly to be completed on time and on budget.
• Attends work regularly and punctually, as scheduled or expected.
• Complies with Employee Handbook, Code of Conduct and Company Policies & Procedures
• Develops and maintains schedules, processes, and procedures to ensure the delivery of quality projects safely and on time.
• Leverages knowledge of equipment and personnel required to deliver projects.
• Stays up to date with current industrial requirements.

Safety:

• Follows safety and security procedures and determines appropriate action.  Reports potentially unsafe conditions and uses materials and equipment properly.
• Presents, supports, and leads-by-example with a safety and quality-oriented attitude.
• Leads by example to show that safety is the most important function, ensuring that all employees follow safe practices while working.
• Accountable to continually reinforce safe behaviors and correct “at risk” behaviors.
• Adheres to and ensures all site team members understands standard operating procedures.
• Leads and supports the site team in technical, quality and safety, utilizing system in place.
• An advanced knowledge of electrical safety requirements and practices including: NFPA 70E, NESC, and other Standard Industry Practices which provide for a high degree of safety for personnel and equipment.

Leadership:

• Fosters and demonstrates a workplace inclusive of creating opportunity, serving others, building trust, innovation, and exceeding expectations.
• Manages one or more direct reports.
• Participates in hiring and selection process to fill positions on the team.
• Communicates regularly with direct reports on goals, accomplishments, and information on policies.
• Demonstrates leadership and expertise in eyes of client group.
• Employee Development:
  • Provides tasks and assignments that challenge and stretch employees’ responsibilities.
  • Conducts regular discussions with employee(s) on personal development. Comfortable with empowering others.
  • Conducts timely, effective performance reviews in accordance with RES guidelines.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical, mechanical, or civil engineering or construction management or bachelor’s degree coupled with relevant experience, required.
• 10+ years' experience in construction, preferably working on Utility projects with some amount of experience in Transmission Line power delivery system construction, required.
• Valid Driver’s License Required.
• Ability to travel up to 50% of the time domestically required.
• Ability to communicate professionally and effectively at all levels of the business.
• Ability to motivate a team to work well with others and successfully deliver results.
• Well-developed understanding of transmission business.
• Excellent written and verbal skills.
• Excellent analytical ability.
• Able to prioritize work.
• Should be self-motivated but able to work as part of a team.
• Must be willing and able to travel as the job requires.
• Must have a valid driver's license and a good driving record.
• Proficient user of MS Office and Primavera P6.
• Functional competencies include accountability, business acumen, attention to detail, managing vision & purpose, and ethics & integrity.

Anticipated base salary range:  $170,000 - $212,000

The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. This position is bonus eligible.

RES offers benefits that are effective first day of employment. These benefits include the following:

• Medical, Dental and Vision
• Health Savings Account with employer contribution
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 4x pay Basic Life and Voluntary Life
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Accident, Hospital, and Critical Illness
• 401 (k) plan with 6% company match
• 4 weeks Paid Time Off (PTO) and 10 Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement and Green Car Reimbursement
• Volunteer and Charity Matching
• Paid Parental Leave and Paid Sabbatical Leave
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Employee Discounts and Wellness programs
• Wellness Reimbursement

Physical requirements and environment:

The 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.

Rarely: Climbing, Crouching, Kneeling, Pulling (5-15lbs), Pushing (5-15lbs), Lifting (5-15lbs) I, Stooping is required. 

Occasionally: Carrying (5-15lbs), Gripping, Handling, Pinching, Walking is required.

Frequently: Standing is required.

Constantly: Reading, Grasping, Hearing, Reaching, Vision, Repetitive Motion, Sitting is required.

Not Present is vibration in the working environment.

Rarely exposed to extreme cold, extreme heat, humidity, and wet in the working environment.

Occasionally exposed to noise and hazards in the work environment.

We maintain a drug-free workplace.  Candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment background investigation and drug test as a condition of employment.

RES is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

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