Assistant Department Manager- Transmission (Minneapolis)
The Opportunity
A well established, employee owned engineering, construction, and consulting organization is seeking an Assistant Department Manager - Transmission Engineering to help support and lead a Transmission team in the Upper Midwest. This role combines hands ontransmission design engineering with people leadership, team development, and operational support. Working closely with department leadership, the Assistant Department Manager plays a key role in developing talent, strengthening culture, improving efficiency, and delivering high quality infrastructure solutions in a collaborative, ownership driven environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the leadership, mentoring, and development of interns, designers, and engineers while promoting safety, quality, and inclusion.
- Assist with performance management activities, including coaching, feedback, staffing coordination, and career development.
- Help drive operational efficiency, utilization, and quality through planning, time card approval, and goal tracking.
- Contribute to client support efforts, proposal development, and department business initiatives.
- Promote innovation, continuous improvement, and a positive employee culture.
Key Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, environmental science, construction management, or a related field.
- 5+ years of related professional experience with demonstrated leadership, mentoring, or team support responsibilities.
- Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to collaborate effectively, manage change positively, and deliver constructive performance feedback.
- Preferred: Professional Engineering (PE) license and familiarity with data, reporting, and efficiency tools (e.g., Office 365 applications).
Benefits & Perks
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Disability and life insurance coverage
- Generous paid time off and wellness programs
- Retirement savings programs, including participation in an employee ownership plan
- Professional development, leadership training, and mentoring opportunities
Why This Role
- Be part of a 100% employee owned organization, where leaders think and act like owners and share directly in long term success
- Join a stable firm with a diverse, resilient client base and consistent investment in infrastructure markets
- Work in an environment known for long term project execution, repeat clients, and strong internal collaboration
- Benefit from a culture that emphasizes career growth from within, leadership development, and internal mobility
- Experience a people first approach that prioritizes work life balance, community engagement, and professional longevity
- Help lead teams using modern tools, resources, and processes backed by significant investment in innovation and training
If interested, feel free to apply or reach out to learn more.
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