Transmission Distribution Jobs in Raleigh, NC (NOW HIRING)

We are seeking an experienced Overhead Transmission Manager to lead a growing team of engineers and designers supporting high voltage transmission and distribution projects across the country. This role combines technical leadership, project oversight, and strategic team development for overhead line projects ranging from 12 kV to 500 kV in both traditional engineering design and EPC environments. As the Overhead Transmission Manager, you will guide the full lifecycle of transmission line projects-from conceptual routing and structure selection through detailed design, quality review, and construction support. You'll oversee multidisciplinary coordination, ensure technical excellence, and help drive consistent, efficient project execution.

Kiewit Power Delivery is a full-service engineering and construction solutions provider operating across North America. Our experience and expertise span all aspects of the transmission and distribution market from high voltage overhead and underground transmission to distribution and automation design and construction capabilities. With these broad capabilities, we operate in the electric utility, renewable energy, industrial, and oil, gas markets.  As part of Kiewit, we are integrated with 135 years of construction and engineering experience that provides holistic solutions, differentiating our team from the rest of the industry.

Our rapidly growing power delivery business has opened new locations across North America to strengthen our market presence while executing work within the communities that we live. We have invested in industry leading design technology and platforms while also expanding our construction equipment fleet with the most advanced, and safest equipment on the market. We are committed to building upon our history as one of the safest companies to work for by equipping our craft with the best tooling and safety programs available.

We are an innovative team that prides itself on continuous improvement and always delivering on our commitments to our clients and ourselves.  Our staff collaborates with Kiewit's vast internal network of resources that span heavy civil and infrastructure, vertical and commercial buildings, mining, as well our oil and gas and power generation markets, to drive safe and cost-effective solutions that achieve client expectations and further Kiewit's legacy of excellence.

This position is based out of Raleigh, NC.

   Lead and mentor a team of transmission engineers and designers working on overhead line projects.
   Oversee development of conceptual designs, including routing studies, structure type evaluation, conductor selection, and constructability assessments.
   Review and approve detailed design deliverables such as
o    Plan & profile drawings
o    Structure loading and design packages
o    Hardware and conductor specifications
o    Foundation load requirements
o    Bills of material and construction work packages
   Ensure effective use of industry standard tools such as PLS CADD, PLS Pole/Tower, and SAG10.
   Manage project schedules, staffing plans, and resource allocation to meet client and project requirements.
   Identify and mitigate technical, schedule, and construction risks to support safe and efficient project delivery.
   Coordinate closely with substation, civil, structural, environmental, and construction teams to ensure integrated solutions.
   Provide engineering support during procurement and construction, including responding to RFIs and resolving field issues.
   Contribute to team growth by developing standards, improving processes, and mentoring junior staff.
   Manage schedule and budget
   Manage deliverables, quality, and compliance
   Interface with other Kiewit operating districts
   Interface with construction project leadership 
   Visit construction sites, meet in client offices, and travel out of town to tour supplier facilities as required by projects and assignments.

Bachelor of Science degree (B.S.) in Civil, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering or related field from an ABET accredited University
At least ten years' experience performing overhead transmission engineering-related duties
Professional Engineer (PE) license required
    Proficient in PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE; PLS TOWER experience preferred
    Knowledge of MFAD, LPILE, and geotechnical recommendation application for foundation design preferred
    Knowledge of client and industry standards including NESC, ASCE, IEEE, and RUS 
    Experience leading teams and projects 
    Experience managing direct reports including approving timesheets, performance appraisals, and resource planning preferred
 Highly motivated, with a demonstrated passion for excellence and taking initiative 
 Strong work ethic, willingness to do what it takes to get the job done right the first time 
 Demonstrated commitment to ethics and integrity 
 Passion for safety, with the ability to help us ensure that nobody gets hurt 
 Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills  
 Team player with the ability to work independently to meet deadlines, goals, and objectives 
 Strong organization, time management, and attention to detail

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