Transmission Delivery Lead

About the role

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Transmission Delivery Lead to oversee the successful planning, execution, and delivery of electric transmission projects. This role is responsible for leading cross-functional teams, managing project schedules and budgets, mitigating risks, and ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and in compliance with regulatory and customer requirements. The ideal candidate combines strong project leadership skills with a deep understanding of transmission systems, utility operations, engineering processes, and capital project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of transmission projects, including planning, engineering, procurement, construction, and closeout activities.
• Develop and manage project schedules, milestones, budgets, and resource plans.
• Coordinate with engineering, environmental, permitting, construction, and operations teams to ensure project success.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, leadership teams, customers, contractors, and regulatory agencies.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks while proactively resolving issues that may impact project objectives.
• Monitor project performance and provide regular 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 best practices in project delivery.
• Support strategic planning efforts and contribute to the development of transmission infrastructure programs.
• SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.
• Required Qualifications
• 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, multi-disciplinary 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.

Requirements

• 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.
• Key Competencies
• Strategic Leadership
• Project Execution Excellence
• Risk Management
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Customer-driven
• Financial and Budget Management
• Problem Solving and Decision Making
• Team Leadership and Collaboration
• Safety-First Mindset
• *On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our client's needs*
• Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change.
• We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.
• Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.
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