Underground Transmission Line Engineering Consultant 2 - Grid

Sargent & Lundy • Aurora, CO

12d • $145,310 - $222,001 • Hybrid

About The Position

Manage the execution of multiple underground transmission line projects, coordinating with internal and external departments throughout the project life cycle. Take ownership of project performance across technical delivery, safety, schedule, budget, reporting, and client experience. The role includes project execution, contract administration, planning, resource management, team leadership, technical reviews, client relationship management, construction risk and change control, and clear reporting. The position follows a hybrid work schedule and requires working in the office three days per week.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program.
• Knowledge of CYMCAP modeling.
• Knowledge of cable tensioning calculations and software.
• Knowledge of XLPE cable design.
• At least 10 years of experience leading a design team in the development of complex underground transmission projects.
• Experience developing cost estimates and creating and coordinating schedules.
• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in producing technical plans, drawings, and models.
• Experience serving as a firm/client liaison in a support or lead role.
• Ability to multitask and manage multiple competing priorities.
• Ability to work in a collaborative team setting.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of High Pressure Gas Filled or High-Pressured Fluid Filled pipe-type cable systems and associated equipment.
• Knowledge of underground distribution or low-voltage cable systems.
• PMP certification.
• Construction and start-up experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies relevant to the role; experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued but not required.

Responsibilities

• Manage the execution of multiple underground transmission line projects and coordinate internal and external departments throughout the project life cycle.
• Handle project execution, contract administration, planning, and resource management.
• Own project performance, including technical delivery, safety, schedule, budget, reporting, and client experience throughout the project life cycle.
• Manage and direct the project team, ensuring accountability, and mentor and coach team members.
• Provide technical reviews when necessary.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with client functional leads and stakeholders.
• Lead efforts to complete projects safely, satisfactorily, on time, and within budget.
• Support reporting of key performance indicators for schedule, budget, and other dashboard items.
• Identify and control construction risk.
• Recognize, identify, track, and control project changes.
• Communicate and consult with appropriate stakeholders and supervisors.
• Prepare clear and concise reports that meet client requirements.
• Analyze issues and provide solutions to improve results.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Life and accident insurance
• Disability coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Back-up daycare
• Flexible spending account (FSA) and health savings account (HSA)
• 401(k)
• Pre-tax commuter account
• Merit Scholarship Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Corporate Charitable Giving Program
• Tuition assistance
• First Professional Licensure Bonus
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Paid annual personal/sick time
• Paid vacation
• Paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Paid bereavement leave
• Flexible work arrangements
• Potential eligibility for a yearly discretionary bonus

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior