Engineering Department ManagerQuanta Power Solutions is seeking an experienced and strategic Engineering Department Manager to oversee a team of engineering design professionals, interns, and co-op staff supporting complex EPC and infrastructure projects. This role is responsible for ensuring deliverables are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the highest quality standards while fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment.The Department Manager will provide administrative leadership, workforce planning, training oversight, and operational management while partnering closely with leadership teams to drive departmental success and continuous improvement initiatives.What You'll DoCollaborate with company leadership to establish departmental goals, priorities, and strategic initiativesManage staffing, workload balancing, and resource allocation across projects and operational tasksLead, mentor, coach, and develop team members to achieve performance objectives and career growthDevelop and implement training programs to strengthen technical, operational, and leadership capabilities within the departmentConduct regular employee performance reviews using established KPIs and operational metricsMonitor and evaluate:On-time completion of tasks and projectsBudget adherence and resource utilizationQuality and accuracy of deliverablesTeam collaboration and communication effectivenessCompliance with safety policies and company standardsEmployee development and training participationDrive process improvements and operational efficiencies to enhance team performance and project executionPromote a culture of safety, quality, accountability, and integrity throughout the departmentEvaluate schedules and manpower requirements while proactively adjusting workloads and staffing needsReview and approve departmental deliverables, reports, and documentationEnsure department activities meet company procedures, client requirements, and project expectationsCommunicate scope, schedule, and resource changes in a timely mannerPlan and organize team collaboration initiatives, mentoring efforts, and training programsTrack and report department performance metrics related to budget, schedule, quality, staffing, and productivitySupport procurement activities and administrative processes as neededParticipate in ongoing professional development planning and organizational growth initiativesEmployee may be required to visit job sites, field offices, and customer locationsWhat You'll BringRequired QualificationsBachelor of Science degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, Instrumentation & Controls, Process Engineering, or related field)Minimum 10 years of experience supervising and managing large office-based teams, including staffing, scheduling, performance evaluations, training programs, and operational oversightProven ability to lead diverse teams, maintain high productivity standards, and foster a collaborative work environmentStrong knowledge of business operations, scheduling, workforce planning, and resource managementAbility to interpret organizational goals and implement best practices to support operational successExcellent communication, interpersonal, leadership, and conflict-resolution skillsStrong strategic planning, organizational, and problem-solving capabilitiesAbility to manage multiple priorities independently within fast-paced environmentsExcellent written communication and documentation skillsAbility to work independently and collaboratively across departments and leadership teamsPreferred QualificationsExperience supporting EPC, engineering, construction, utility, industrial, or infrastructure environmentsFamiliarity with project controls, budgeting, forecasting, and operational performance metricsExperience leading continuous improvement and organizational development initiativesBackground supporting multidisciplinary engineering or technical teamsWhat You'll GetCompetitive CompensationWeekly Pay401(k) Retirement PlanHoliday PayPaid Time Off (PTO)Comprehensive Health CoveragePet InsuranceEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Professional Development OpportunitiesTuition AssistanceEmployee Discount ProgramEqual Opportunity EmployerAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
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