Distribution Section Lead - New Mexico

HDR•Tucson, AZ

About The Position

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world? We believe electricity powers modern life. As part of our Power sector, you’ll help shape how electricity is generated, transmitted and delivered as global energy demands grow. From massive data centers to modernizing transmission systems, our industry-recognized engineers and scientists have been at the forefront of grid transformation for more than a century. You’ll work side-by-side with these experts and contribute to reliable, resilient and sustainable power systems, helping communities thrive and industries expand. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to drive infrastructure forward, power innovation and leave your mark on our energy future. In the role of Distribution Section Lead, we'll count on you to: Take responsibility for operations of production section including staff development, profitability, morale, quality control and marketing support. Function as Project Manager and take responsibility for production on projects in addition to management responsibilities. Take administrative responsibility for section staff and technical service functions, and lead and coordinate services with other sections. Be involved in marketing planning, proposals and interviews. Be directly involved with industrial and public clients in marketing, project production and related issues. See that all work is planned, organized, controlled and evaluated through proactive project management system. Implement, monitor and support company policy. Select, train, develop and manage technical personnel. Manage and develop multidiscipline teams. Work cooperatively with National Directors and marketing staff in local and national marketing and production efforts. Perform other duties as needed.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
A minimum of 10 years experience
Professional registration, license or certification may be required based on role
Strong communication and listening skills
Ability to handle multiple assignments
Good leadership and organizational skills
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Engineering. Preferably Electrical, but other degrees will be taken into consideration along with background and experience.
Professional Engineering (PE) License.
A license/certification (PMP or similar) is a plus.
Experience with industry software including: CYMCAP, ETAP, EasyPower, Polywater Pull Planner, PLS-CADD, Spida Calc, Pole Foreman, etc.
4+ years of distribution design experience including planning studies, coordination studies, wiring sizing, and a general understanding of constructability.
10+ years of overall experience including prior project management and staff management experience.
Excellent client management skills, marketing, and business development skills in addition to contacts/relationships with power delivery clients.
Previous experience managing staff, clients, contracts, and hiring staff for an engineering consulting firm.
Self-driven and motivated individual who can network, generate new work, recruit, and grow a team.

Responsibilities

Take responsibility for operations of production section including staff development, profitability, morale, quality control and marketing support
Function as Project Manager and take responsibility for production on projects in addition to management responsibilities
Take administrative responsibility for section staff and technical service functions, and lead and coordinate services with other sections
Be involved in marketing planning, proposals and interviews
Be directly involved with industrial and public clients in marketing, project production and related issues
See that all work is planned, organized, controlled and evaluated through proactive project management system
Implement, monitor and support company policy
Select, train, develop and manage technical personnel
Manage and develop multidiscipline teams
Work cooperatively with National Directors and marketing staff in local and national marketing and production efforts
Perform other duties as needed