Associate Director, Substation Renewables

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Lead and manage technical engineering managers and multidisciplinary teams engaged in utility-scale solar, wind, and battery energy storage projects.

• Oversee and direct engineering activities throughout the proposal, design, quality control, and construction phases.

• Deliver project leadership, manage subconsultants, oversee scope and change management, and ensure schedule compliance.

• Coordinate and direct various engineering disciplines on significant or large projects.

• Ensure project quality meets both client and company standards.

• Provide strategic guidance, leadership, and oversight of technical services for staff.

• Supervise and approve team budgets, revenue, profitability, and indirect costs.

• Mentor, train, and develop management personnel.

• Conduct management meetings and one-on-one discussions, including career development, talent evaluation, succession planning, reviews, promotions, and engagement initiatives.

• Assess workforce capacity and skills, facilitate cross-team and cross-office resource allocation, and make decisions regarding merit and bonuses.

• Assist in company-wide recruitment efforts through resume reviews, technical phone interviews, and assessments.

• Lead ongoing departmental improvement and strategic initiatives.

• Collaborate with Business Development to implement territory sales strategies, enhance services, increase revenue, and control costs.

• Organize proposal resources, evaluate proposals, and assist with contracts, work orders, MSAs, and NDAs.

• Build trusted relationships with clients and represent the Renewables Civil Department in discussions with clients and the market.

⛳️ Requirements

• Previous management experience is essential, including leading managers, nurturing talent, and building accountable teams.

• Experience in renewable design is necessary.

• Strong business acumen and knowledge of the industry are required.

• Exceptional presentation, verbal, and written communication skills are a must.

• Authorization to work permanently in the United States is required.

• PE Registration is preferred.

• A Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Civil, Structural, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering field from an ABET-accredited program is preferred.

• Equivalent experience may be taken into account.

• A minimum of 15 years of experience in consulting engineering or a related infrastructure-focused environment is preferred.

• Experience in supporting utility-scale renewable energy projects is strongly preferred.

• Demonstrated sound judgment, initiative, and a collaborative leadership approach.

• Commitment to employee engagement, manager development, talent growth, and the success of others is essential.

• Ability to cultivate effective relationships with employees, managers, clients, partners, and external stakeholders.

• Capable of managing multiple priorities and establishing clear expectations.

• Ability to identify improvement and growth opportunities while evaluating risk, capacity, and organizational impact.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

• Additional software experience may be required or preferred based on specialty area.

• Alignment with Ulteig’s values and dedication to client success, collaboration, agility, and continuous improvement is vital.

• A forward-thinking approach to the use and adoption of AI is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Flexible Workplace

• Employee Ownership

• Competitive Pay

• Comprehensive Benefits Package

• Collaborative Environment

• Innovative Culture

• Flexible working schedule

• Remote, hybrid, or in-office work options

• Professional development and training opportunities

• Reward and recognition initiatives

• Team events

• Career development possibilities