Job Title: Technical Manager - Transmission Practice – Substation

Job Description

Join a dynamic team dedicated to advancing engineering and sciences initiatives worldwide. As a Technical Manager in the Transmission Practice – Substation, you will oversee the department's day-to-day operations, drive professional growth among team members, and ensure projects meet Cost, Quality, and Timing metrics. Your leadership will guide a talented team in achieving business goals and executing current workflows.

Responsibilities

Oversee supervisors of engineers, technologists, designers, and drafters.Provide leadership and training in Substation Design, including one-on-one mentorship to developing leads and supervisors.Establish, monitor, and maintain quality control standards for Cost, Quality, and Timing metrics.Monitor and communicate project portfolio health.Hold teams accountable to project baselines; ensure timely address of change orders and revisions.Determine client needs and facilitate smooth process operation with clients and internal teams.Interface and liaise with clients on issues and inefficiencies.Resolve problems related to quality, resourcing, and staffing.Facilitate resolution of disagreements between clients and internal teams.Drive team development and identify potential training needs.Support operational business planning and strategy.Develop and maintain relationships with new and existing clients.

Essential Skills

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.PE certification required.Ten years of substation experience with progressive responsibilities.Six years of consulting experience interfacing with engineering, construction, planning, and project management.Demonstrated leadership skills managing large teams of diverse skill sets.Experience with execution, risk analysis and management, monitoring and tracking a portfolio greater than $5M in revenue.Excellent written and oral communication skills.Desire to develop self and others: technically, professionally, and personally.Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.High level of personal character and integrity.Team player with ability to work in a highly cross-functional and virtual environment.High level of experience with managing business finances.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Project coordinationProject managementData entryMicrosoft Office proficiencyAdministrative supportChange order managementProject administrationDocument controlExcel pivot tables

Work Environment

The work environment involves managing large projects within a cross-functional and virtual setup. The role requires a high level of interaction with diverse teams and clients, fostering a collaborative and inclusive atmosphere. The position demands a professional attire in a dynamic and evolving engineering setting.

REFCR2023

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Atlanta, GA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $180000.00 - $2000000.00/yr.

Medical, Dental & Vision401(k)/RothBasic/Supplemental Life & AD&DShort and long-term disabilityHSA & DCFSATransportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramCompany Paid Time off or State Sick Leave

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Atlanta,GA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 6, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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