Director Major Projects
Core
Lead and deliver large, complex high-voltage transmission infrastructure projects with budgets ranging from $1 billion to $10 billion, serving as the single point of accountability for safety, schedule, cost, and regulatory compliance.
Role type
Director of Major Projects (Transmission Infrastructure)
Builds
High-voltage transmission infrastructure projects (345–765 kV, HVDC, submarine, underground)
Domain
Energy / Power Transmission / Construction
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Project management, commercial contracting strategy, executive governance, risk management, stakeholder management, regulatory compliance, team leadership, budget management, change management
Preferred skills
Master's degree, 345–765 kV transmission project experience, underground/HVDC/submarine work experience, Regional Transmission Organization (RTO) coordination, State Utility Commission coordination, environmental application experience
Technologies
None explicitly listed
Responsibilities
Own overall project execution and direct project management functions; Implement and oversee project safety programs to achieve Zero Harm; Establish commercial contracting strategy and negotiate EPC and engineering agreements; Lead executive governance with JV partners; Drive integrated schedule and resource alignment; Manage program budget and contingency; Identify and mitigate executive risks; Lead project change management and resolve disputes; Build and mentor project leadership teams; Manage stakeholder relationships with utilities, regulators, and contractors; Ensure readiness for regulatory filings and Certificate of Convenience and Necessity; Manage staffing, employees, and consultants; Deliver construction safely, on schedule, and within budget
Seniority
Director, strategic leadership with hands-on oversight