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Strong fit if you have managed transmission engineering or department-level delivery in consulting or EPC settings and want regional ownership of people and portfolio work at a large employee-owned firm based in Atlanta’s Southeast footprint.
As Transmission Department Manager for the Southeast Region, you would typically lead a multi-discipline transmission team serving utility and energy clients: set project and department priorities, staff and mentor engineers and project leads, align scope/schedule/quality with owners, and coordinate with design, construction, and client stakeholders. Days often mix portfolio reviews, client and internal coordination, risk and delivery oversight, and hiring/development for growing Southeast demand.
No occupation-linked certifications were provided. Practical focus for this title: transmission line/substation project delivery leadership, utility client management, multi-project resource planning, safety and quality culture, and clear technical/commercial communication with owners and construction partners.
No. The listing is on-site in Atlanta, Fulton County (remote flag is off).
It is an employee-owned A/E/C firm doing design, engineering, and construction; see company overview.
Public news notes strong firm growth in Texas and the Southeast, aligning with a regional transmission department leadership seat.
Website: burnsmcd.com
Burns & McDonnell is an American multinational construction, architecture and engineering firm based in Kansas City, Missouri, and has 100% employee stock ownership. It was established in 1898 by engineers Clinton Sumner Burns and Robert Emmett McDonnell. The company is one of the largest design firms in the world, its global revenues reached US$$6.9 billion and employed over 13,500 professionals worldwide.
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Join Burns & McDonnell as a Transmission Department Manager for the Southeast Region, leading engineering operations and teams in Atlanta, Fulton County. This full-time leadership role offers the opportunity to drive technical excellence and team development across our regional transmission projects and initiatives. About the Role As Transmission Department Manager for the Southeast Region, you will oversee departmental operations, guide a talented team of engineers and technical professionals, and ensure the successful execution of transmission-related projects. This position bridges technical expertise with people leadership, requiring a strategic mindset and hands-on management capability. What You'll Do Recruit, onboard, mentor, and develop high-performing engineering teams including new graduates, interns, transfers, and contract professionals Provide coaching and performance feedback that fosters professional growth and accountability Partner with Human Resources and Recruiting to identify and attract skilled talent aligned with departmental needs Oversee technical project delivery and quality standards across the Southeast Region Manage departmental budgets, resources, and operational efficiency Collaborate cross-functionally with other departments and regional leaders Maintain compliance with safety, regulatory, and operational standards What We're Looking For Proven leadership experience managing engineering teams Technical background in transmission systems, electrical engineering, or related field Demonstrated ability to recruit, develop, and retain talent Strong project management and operational planning skills Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities Strategic thinking combined with hands-on problem-solving Experience in the energy, utility, or infrastructure sectors preferred About Burns & McDonnell Burns & McDonnell is a leading engineering and construction firm delivering innovative solutions for infrastructure, energy, and technology clients across North America. Our Southeast Region is a growing hub of technical talent and project delivery capability. How to Apply Ready to lead the next generation of transmission engineering talent? Apply through this listing to join our team in Atlanta.
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