This role requires the ability to supervise a broad range of responsibilities and interface effectively with clients, vendors, engineers, and other personnel. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential to build relationships and collaborate effectively. Proficiency in computers and software such as AutoCAD, Microsoft Office Suite, and PLS-CADD is necessary. The position involves promoting and complying with safety requirements.
ResponsibilitiesAssist in planning, executing, and closing transmission line projects.Support the Project Manager in coordinating project activities, resources, and schedules.Promote and enforce safety requirements, ensuring compliance with safety standards.Prepare and maintain project documentation, including plans, schedules, reports, and technical specifications.Facilitate communication between team members, clients, and stakeholders.Manage project resources, including personnel, equipment, and materials, to meet project milestones.Monitor project progress and performance for adherence to standards, quality, and safety.Identify and address potential project issues, escalating critical ones to the Project Manager.Assist in tracking project expenses and budgets, ensuring financial compliance.Proactively communicate capabilities and strengths to clients and seek new project opportunities.
Essential SkillsMinimum of 4-6 years of transmission line design/engineering project experience.At least 1-2 years of experience managing engineering and design projects.Strong verbal and written communication skills.Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and scheduling software.Working knowledge of corporate accounting practices and business operations.
Additional Skills & QualificationsA Bachelor's degree in Civil or Electrical Engineering is highly desirable.Registration as a Professional Engineer (P.E.) is preferred.Certification as Project Management Professional (PMP) is highly desirable.Preferred 10-12 years of experience with managing engineering and design projects.
Work Environment
The position is based in an office environment in Chattanooga, TN. The company offers flexible scheduling, a 9/80 work schedule option, and various benefits including paid time off, holiday pay, group medical/dental insurance, life and disability insurance, 401(K) retirement savings plan with matching contributions, a Section 125 / Cafeteria Plan, long-term care insurance, tuition reimbursement, fitness center reimbursement, and an annual performance bonus.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chattanooga, Tennessee.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $48.07 - $57.69/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Chattanooga,TN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 20, 2025.
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