%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-size:11px;%22%3EWishing you could have an ownership stake in the company you work for? At Burns %26amp; McDonnell, you can. Founded in 1898, we are a 100% employee‑owned, award‑winning engineering, architecture, construction, environmental, and consulting firm with offices and project teams nationwide. Our mission is simple: make our clients successful.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-size:11px;%22%3EAs we begin building our presence in Boise, our Transmission %26amp; Distribution (T%26amp;D) Global Practice is looking for a Substation Department Manager to help lead and shape that expansion. This role sets the strategic direction for our Substation business, develops a high‑performing team, and supports strong project delivery across the region.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-size:11px;%22%3EYou’ll work closely with regional and national Substation leadership as we build a dynamic, innovative, and people‑focused team in Boise.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-size:11px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EKey Responsibilities%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-size:11px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EPeople Leadership%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-size:11px;%22%3ELead, mentor, and develop a team of substation engineers and designers, fostering a collaborative and high‑performance culture.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-size:11px;%22%3EPartner with HR and Recruiting to attract top talent and support onboarding for new hires.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-size:11px;%22%3EPromote diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging while reinforcing Burns %26amp; McDonnell’s MacCulture values.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-size:11px;%22%3EConduct performance reviews, support career development, and strengthen technical and EPC delivery capabilities.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-size:11px;%22%3ECollaborate with global engineering resources, including Burns %26amp; McDonnell India, to support project needs.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-size:11px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EMarket Strategy %26amp; Growth%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-size:11px;%22%3EShape and execute the strategic plan for Substation growth in the Boise region.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-size:11px;%22%3EUnderstand industry trends and align service offerings with evolving market needs.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-size:11px;%22%3EPartner with Marketing, Account Management, and Business Development to pursue opportunities and strengthen client relationships.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-size:11px;%22%3ESupport proposal development, pricing strategies, and pursuit decisions.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-size:11px;%22%3EDrive cross‑selling and collaboration across Global Practices and regions.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-size:11px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EProject Execution %26amp; Technical Excellence%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-size:11px;%22%3EServe as a senior technical advisor on substation engineering projects.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-size:11px;%22%3EMonitor project performance to ensure quality, schedule, and budget expectations are met.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-size:11px;%22%3ESupport QA/QC processes and adherence to the T%26amp;D Quality Management System.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-size:11px;%22%3EChampion innovative tools, technologies, and workflows to improve project delivery.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-size:11px;%22%3ECoordinate with cross‑regional and global teams to optimize resources and technical direction.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-size:11px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3ECross‑Regional Collaboration%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-size:11px;%22%3EAlign with national and regional leaders on standards, tools, and best practices.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-size:11px;%22%3ESupport shared pursuits and client work across T%26amp;D departments and offices.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-size:11px;%22%3EReinforce a “One Burns %26amp; McDonnell” approach to delivery and client service.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-size:11px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EFinancial Performance%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-size:11px;%22%3EEnsure sustainable, profitable growth through effective staffing, utilization, and workload management.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-size:11px;%22%3EMonitor financial performance, chargeability, and overhead investment.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-size:11px;%22%3ELead continuous improvement efforts to enhance efficiency and consistency.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, construction or related degree from an accredited program and 7 years related professional experience in design and/or project management is required.
- Previous leadership and/or management experience is preferable.
- Must demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to clearly and effectively present complex information to all levels of employees, management, and clients.
- Position requires the ability to thoughtfully and positively influence, lead, and manage change.
- Must possess strong project management skills and a strategic perspective.
- Must be expert in the use of computer software (i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
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