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Director - High Voltage Transmission & Substation Delivery

aksengineeringforestryllcLas Vegas, NV

💰 $115,000 – $165,000/yrFull-time

Quick Summary

Director leading high voltage transmission and substation projects from final design through construction and commissioning.

Skills & Keywords

high voltage transmissionsubstation deliveryconstruction managementEPC execution

What You’ll Do

Execution Leadership

Technical & Development Integration

Construction & Delivery Management

Stakeholder & Client Engagement

Risk & Compliance Oversight

Lead transmission and substation projects from final design through energization.
Oversee contractor performance, field execution, and construction sequencing.
Ensure alignment between engineering, procurement, and construction teams.
Review engineering packages for constructability and execution readiness.
Coordinate across land, environmental, permitting, regulatory, and engineering teams.
Support interconnection, siting, and infrastructure integration strategies.
Direct construction strategy, logistics planning, and resource allocation.
Track schedule, cost, quality, and safety metrics.
Resolve field constraints and execution risks proactively.
Interface with utilities, developers, regulators, and landowners.
Provide executive-level reporting and project updates.
Lead internal and external coordination meetings.
Identify execution risks and implement mitigation plans.
Ensure compliance with permits, environmental commitments, and regulatory approvals.
Maintain documentation and audit readiness.

About You

Core Competencies

5+ years of experience delivering transmission or substation infrastructure, with leadership on projects 115 kV and above (preference for 230 kV+).
Proven success managing late-stage planning through construction execution.
Strong understanding of EPC delivery models, construction sequencing, and commissioning.
Experience working with utilities, ISOs, RTOs, or transmission developers.
Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and external contractors.
You have a "Do what needs to be done" mindset, taking ownership beyond assigned tasks and stepping in wherever needed to keep projects, teams, and customers supported and running smoothly.
Execution-driven leadership
Field-informed decision making
Strategic risk management
Commercial awareness
Clear communication across technical and executive audiences
Meaningful Growth Whether you're just starting out or looking to advance, we offer hands-on training, mentorship, and clear paths for professional development so you can grow with purpose.
Real Collaboration Join a team that brings diverse perspectives together to solve complex challenges with creativity, curiosity, and a shared commitment to quality.
Respect for Your Time We value work-life balance and offer generous PTO and a supportive environment that helps you manage both personal and professional responsibilities.
Benefits That Care You’ll have access to health coverage that supports your total well-being, plus a 401(k) match, paid holidays, and more resources to help you thrive.
Weekly Team Lunches Take a break and recharge with your teammates, we believe food brings people together.
Culture That Connects We invest in experiences that build strong teams and strong communities.
A Place People Love to Work We’ve been named one of the Top Workplaces year after year.

Why AKS?

At AKS, we believe your work should support your life, not the other way around. Here's what you can count on when you join our team:

Join us and be part of a team that values your contributions, celebrates initiative, and is committed to doing things the right way for our employees, clients, and communities.