Manager of Transmission

2 hours ago

Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada Synectics Inc. Full time

JOB TITLE
Manager, Electrical Utility/High Voltage - Power & Distribution Team

Position Summary
The Manager of Electrical Utility/High Voltage will lead the Power & Distribution team, guiding professionals ranging from junior to senior levels. This position involves mentoring experienced engineers and designers while overseeing the implementation of departmental policies and strategies aimed at achieving short-term objectives. The manager will address moderately complex challenges and influence organizational practices related to electrical utilities and high-voltage systems.

Key Responsibilities

  • Hiring: Initiate resource requests and collaborate with recruiters to review candidates, conduct interviews, and make hiring decisions.
  • Onboarding: Facilitate new hire orientation, provide discipline-specific training, and establish clear expectations.
  • Offboarding: Manage processes for voluntary and involuntary staff departures.
  • Training & Resource Allocation: Ensure team members receive proper training and are assigned tasks aligned with their skills.
  • Proposal Review: Offer technical insights and assist in resource planning for proposals.
  • Performance Monitoring: Evaluate team performance and the quality of deliverables through audits and assessments.
  • Mentorship & One-on-One Meetings: Support ongoing professional growth by regularly engaging with team members.
  • Engineering Tools & Standards: Maintain and enhance tools, templates, datasheets, and standards related to electrical utility and high-voltage systems.
  • Budget Management: Oversee or assist in managing the departmental budget.
  • Client Engagement: Develop and sustain strong client relationships, representing the discipline in meetings and communications.
  • Project Leadership: Lead projects as Project Manager or Project Engineer, dedicating approximately 80% of time to electrical utility and high-voltage initiatives.

Qualifications
Education & Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
  • Minimum of 8 years' experience in electrical utility/high voltage systems, including at least 2 years in a managerial or project leadership role.

Skills

  • Technical: Expertise in electrical system design, utility coordination, risk management, technical reporting, regulatory compliance, financial acumen, and project execution.
  • Interpersonal: Strong communication, collaboration, emotional intelligence, problem-solving, time management, mentoring, and adaptability skills.

Knowledge

  • Comprehensive understanding of electrical utility infrastructure, high voltage systems, applicable codes and standards (e.g., CSA, IEEE, NEC), and power distribution design.

Abilities

  • Effectively communicate technical requirements and expectations.
  • Demonstrate strong leadership and management skills.
  • Foster team development through both technical guidance and interpersonal support.
  • Balance strategic vision with hands-on operational management.

Additional Information
This position is vital to our client's ongoing success in delivering top-tier electrical utility and high-voltage solutions. The Manager will play a pivotal role in shaping the Power & Distribution team's future through leadership, innovation, and collaboration.

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