Associate Director (Transmission)

Overview Why You Should Join the E3 Team. When you join the E3 team, you will be working on some of the most important energy issues with some of the top minds in the electricity industry. We help shape energy and climate policy, play vital roles in regulatory proceedings, advise executives, and inform investment and planning selections. At E3, you will be challenged and inspired. About You We look for people who combine deep experience in electric transmission project delivery with strong project management, commercial, and stakeholder coordination skills. You bring subject matter expertise in bulk-system transmission and substation development and thrive in complex, multi-party project environments. The Role The Associate Director (Transmission) will lead strategy engagements for utilities and their transmission businesses. Your team will work with our clients to develop and execute an end-to-end process for the delivery of transmission and substation projects across multiple development models. Initially executing the work while training and transitioning that work to client staff. Work Environment E3 has adopted a hybrid and flexible work environment that adapts to changing needs of projects and safety requirements. We encourage our E3 employees to work from the office at least 2-3 days per week, usually including Tuesdays and Thursdays. Must be able to work for extended hours in front of a computer screen and conduct meetings on the telephone and virtually. Role Details Hours: Full Time Travel: Occasional (up to 10%) Office Location: Hybrid work schedule from our San Francisco office or client's site in the Bay Area, as needed Key Areas of Expertise Project delivery oversight and governance, including managing scope, cost, schedule, quality, safety, and risk; supporting stage-gate readiness; preparing decision materials; and providing clear executive reporting and escalation Interface management and stakeholder coordination across internal teams (Engineering, Commercial, Planning, Finance, etc.) and external stakeholders (permitting agencies, landowners, regulators) Integrated planning and project controls, including development and management of master schedules, cost baselines, forecasts, and KPI-driven performance tracking Cost estimation and lifecycle forecasting, with experience developing robust owner’s cost baselines aligned with AACE standards and stage-gate requirements Risk and opportunity management, including maintaining risk registers, facilitating cross-functional risk reviews, quantifying financial impacts, managing contingency, and proactively escalating material risks Responsibilities Lead the delivery of customer work through client interactions, guiding analytical work streams, delivering presentations, writing and owning customer requests Design and implement a Transmission Strategy for clients: work with the client to define key success factors and organization governance including decision rights, an executive steering committee, scope, schedule, and execute across work streams Guide the definition of a new internal strategy and processes for transmission and guide the business processes from current state to desired state: org structure, resource plan, capability gaps, governance, and interfaces with ISO/RTO, regulatory and community stakeholders Build the KPI framework for transmission buildout (e.g., miles energized per year, permit lead times, ROW acquisition progress, deliverability milestones, cost and schedule variance); design dashboards and routines to use them Lead stakeholders alignment across utility executives, ISO/RTO, regulators, communities, and delivery partners, design strategies to unblock tough issues and drive to decision Conduct independent research using your ingenuity and curiosity to make reasonable assumptions and produce appropriate solutions, at times with incomplete information Fulfill end-to-end project obligations Deliver presentations to customers and reply to questions Translate results of research and evaluations into clear visual representations Track and manage actual performance of project teams against the established plan, with ongoing communication to project team members Capture project learnings and repeatable products and work samples for future use according to knowledge management processes Assist with internal initiatives as needed Requirements Master's Degree or Ph.D. in engineering, economics, computer science, public policy or related field (or Bachelor's and equivalent work experience) Demonstrated hands-on experience or extensive knowledge in, or related to our practice areas 7- 10+ years of experience in transmission, substation, or generation project delivery, engineering, or construction management Significant experience/subject matter expertise in electric transmission development or planning (e.g. interconnection and deliverability concepts, corridor/ROW and permitting basics, capital planning, utility regulation) Experience working with or advising on transmission and substation asset delivery models Strong understanding of project controls (cost, schedule, risk, and change management) Experience coordinating across engineering, procurement, construction, and regulatory functions Demonstrated experience working with utilities, developers, or large infrastructure projects Extensive project management experience leading collaborative project efforts while helping each member of your team do their finest work Aptitude to write and communicate clearly Experience crafting a clear and compelling message both in writing and via presentations Demonstrated experience working directly with clients, stakeholders or customers Passionate about the transition to a low-carbon economy Demonstrated success guiding ideas, people, and projects High fluency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; quantitative modeling methods and/or programming knowledge and experience are also valued Desire to work in a dynamic office environment with other staff Things that Set you Apart Deep subject matter expertise specifically in energy, economics or finance, and climate change issues Significant project management and leadership experience in a technical or analytical environment Extensive experience coordinating with customers on a regular basis You believe it is essential to achieve a transition to a low-carbon economy and love thinking about the future of energy You work collaboratively and help each member of your team to do their finest work, aware that each brings different experiences, techniques, and qualifications to the table You enjoy translating technical concepts to a broader audience You take ownership of your work, proactively seeking out answers to questions and enjoy finding creative solutions to issues you encounter E3’s Commitment to You E3 provides abundant opportunities for professional growth and invests significantly in employee development. Right from the start, our team works hard to provide you with a customized multi-week onboarding experience where you will meet with colleagues, Partners, and your own mentor. Every September, all new hires attend E3’s proprietary internally developed 22-course training program which broadens your foundational industry-specific knowledge as well as develops those skills essential to being a great consultant. E3 also provides every employee with an annual professional development stipend, opportunities to attend conferences, and personalized career development at every stage of your employment. In addition, E3 offers employees a broad, best-in-class range of benefits and supportive rewards to support you both personally and professionally. Some benefits include: Base and bonus commensurate with experience and performance Exceptional benefits such as medical, dental, and vision insurance plans Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts 401k (Retirement) with corporate match Flexible Paid Time Off plus standard company holidays Short-term and long-term disability Fitness and wellness stipend and corporate discounts Professional Development annual stipend Relocation assistance Up to 12 weeks paid parental leave Mentorship program Employee referral program Commuter benefits EEO Non-Discrimination and ADA Reasonable Accommodation Statement Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or partnership status, disability, military status, veteran status, pregnancy or predisposing genetic characteristics. Willdan does not discriminate on the basis of physical or mental disability where the essential functions of the job can be reasonably accommodated. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify us. Willdan Group Inc. participates in E-Verify E3 takes a number of factors into consideration when determining title and salary level for a potential new employee. This includes, but is not limited to: a candidate’s education, training, and relevant work experience; expected quality and quantity of work; required travel (if any); external market and internal value, including seniority and merit systems; and internal pay alignment. E3 also provides a bonus structure that we are proud of because we believe it creates the right kinds of incentives for good work, provides significant flexibility, and is fair and equitable. The below compensation outlines our total compensation package with our bonus structure adding significant amounts to your base salary. While neither the upper or lower end of our bonus structure is capped, this provides a representation of the average total compensation based on both your personal performance and the company's performance. Annual Total Compensation Range for Associate Director - Director Minimum: $160,000 Maximum: $270,000 #J-18808-Ljbffr Energy and Environmental Economics, Inc.