Transmission Delivery Lead

Turner & Townsend•Houston, TX

8d•$180,000 - $210,000

About The Position

Turner & Townsend is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Transmission Delivery Lead to oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of electric transmission projects. The role leads cross-functional teams, manages schedules and budgets, mitigates risks, and ensures projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and in compliance with regulatory and customer requirements. The ideal candidate has project leadership skills and a strong understanding of transmission systems, utility operations, engineering processes, and capital project delivery. The role also supports strategic planning and the development of transmission infrastructure programs, drives continuous improvement, and may include SOX control responsibilities where applicable. On-site presence and requirements may change depending on client needs.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related field.
7+ years of experience managing utility, transmission, energy infrastructure, or large-scale capital projects.
Proven experience leading complex, multidisciplinary project teams.
Strong knowledge of transmission systems, utility operations, and project delivery methodologies.
Experience managing project budgets, schedules, contracts, and risk management processes.
Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills.
Proficiency with project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, or similar platforms.

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineer (PE) license.
PMP (Project Management Professional) certification.
Experience with transmission line, substation, and grid modernization projects in the US and/or Canada.
Knowledge of NERC, FERC, and utility regulatory requirements.
Experience working within investor-owned utilities, EPC firms, or energy infrastructure organizations.

Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end delivery of transmission projects, including planning, engineering, procurement, construction, and closeout.
Develop and manage project schedules, milestones, budgets, and resource plans.
Coordinate with engineering, environmental, permitting, construction, and operations teams.
Serve as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, leadership teams, customers, contractors, and regulatory agencies.
Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and proactively resolve issues that may affect project objectives.
Monitor project performance and provide status updates, forecasts, and executive-level reporting.
Ensure compliance with safety standards, regulatory requirements, environmental regulations, and company policies.
Manage contractor and vendor performance to ensure quality, cost control, and schedule adherence.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives and implement project delivery best practices.
Support strategic planning and contribute to the development of transmission infrastructure programs.
Adhere to SOX control responsibilities where applicable.