Electrical National Practice Leader; Private Infrastructure

Wilson & Company is currently seeking an Electrical National Practice Leader to manage our private infrastructure electrical engineering and design teams, with a focus in the industrial, rail, chemical, mid-stream, mining, utility, heavy commercial, and institutional sectors.

The ideal candidate is experienced in leading team operations, technically proficient in greenfield projects, and modernizations, and renovations for electrical power systems in the identified market sectors.

A strong understand of power system analysis, arc flash hazards, plant distribution systems, system protection, three-line diagrams, MV systems, strong communication, high level organizational skills, and ability to collaborate with others to support the goals of Company are expectations of any candidate.

As a practice lead, you will be responsible for holistically representing Wilson & Company, collaborating with other practice leads, sector leads, and client account teams throughout the company to leverage Wilson & Company’s full-service capabilities across our various regions and clientele.

The position’s role and responsibilities include :

Supports company’s strategic objectives, processes, and tools.

Is a Wilson & Company brand ambassador.

Is transparent and communicates with appropriate stakeholders within the organization.

Is accountable for meeting key performance indicators (KPI’s)

Utilization

Payroll Multiplier

Sales, bookings, and backlog for resource planning

Net multiplier at the task level

Variance at the practice / task level

Cash Management (AR & WIP) for Project Managers (PMs)

People development, mentoring and training.

Recruitment and retention

Ensure that mentoring, training, and development of project teams is conducted at all levels.

Ensure that goals pertaining to intentional staffing planning, recruitment and retention are met.

Mentors, collaborates, and oversees regional and practice leads and project managers that support the sector.

Oversees that additional goals related to company programs and teams are met within their practice area :

Ensure profitability of assets

Ensure safety programs and processes are followed.

Ensure quality management programs and processes are followed.

Develops and maintains strong internal and external relationships to grow Wilson & Company’s presence within their practice area and across identified and new market sectors.

Supports client account management (CAM) team and engages other support as needed to build strong zippered relationships.

Mentors, collaborates, and oversees project managers throughout their practice area.

Engages and collaborates with marketing team.

Enter and maintain applicable data using Vantagepoint.

Project opportunity lists

Marketing campaigns

Works with sector leads on sales and growth opportunities within their practice area.

Collaborates with others to pursue and win work utilizing the pursuit life cycle process.

Identifies, assesses, and manages risk in collaboration with sector leads and project teams.

Identifies and engages in professional organizations and key conferences / industry events critical to support of growing practice area.

Tracks and communicates client / industry trends in types of work, funding, priorities, and future direction of sector services.

Understands, promotes, and markets all Wilson & Company’s technical offerings.

Ensures the firms best interests are served when pursuing work.

Travel will be necessary and may be international to Canada and Mexico.

The position will conform to Wilson & Company’s flexible work policy and is not a hybrid or remote work position.

Developing work breakdown structures, work loading forecasting, project estimating, scope identification, and schedule development.

A working knowledge of scheduling tools such as Primavera and MS Project.

Anticipate registering in additional states as required based on our customer base.

The candidate must have an attitude and commitment to being an active participant in our company culture. In exchange for your skills, Wilson & Company offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

Required Skills

To be considered, the candidate must have working knowledge and familiarity with mechanical design codes and software. This should include :

Codes : NFPA 70

NFPA 70

NESC

IEEE books

Applicable National Fire Protection Association

Software :

Microsoft Office software

Power Point

MS Project or equivalent

Power modeling software SKM Powertools

T&D targeted software

Required Experience

Relevant experience in the identified market sectors.

Fifteen plus years of experience, a current licensure as a professional engineer

Significant experience that demonstrates successful management and financial responsibility of the engineering business.

Excellence in managing project pursuits, preparing proposals, and working with marketing staff.

Please note that Wilson & Company is not currently sponsoring applicants for work visas.

Annual Salary Range : $145,000.00 - $190,000.00 (Depending on Experience)

About Us :

Wilson & Company has a rich history in multimodal transportation planning, traffic engineering and design, and the right candidate will become part of our bright future.

We provide multidisciplinary engineering, architecture, surveying, mapping, environmental, and planning services, and employ staff throughout 15 offices in 9 states.

The firm was founded in 1932 and provides services to a diverse client base including railroads; municipal, state, and federal agencies;

energy, industrial, and commercial companies; and private developers.

The cornerstone of our success is Higher Relationships, standards in Discipline, Intensity, Collaboration, Shared Ownership, and Solutions.

Discipline is doing it right, with attention to details without exception. Intensity is doing what it takes to meet and exceed expectations.

Collaboration is working together and bringing out the best in each other. Shared Ownership means we adopt the goals of others as our own.

Finally, Solutions are achieved in a win-win environment. We value this commitment to Higher Relationships with our employees, clients, and the communities where we live and work.

And for you, our culture intends to help you achieve personal and professional success. Come grow with us!

Wilson & Company provides a comprehensive benefits package that encourages employee health and well-being. We have several options to choose from for health insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, paid time off, and retirement savings plan benefits.

We are proud to be an EEO / AA employer M / F / D / V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment background checks.

Wilson & Company is a federal contractor and subject to various health and safety regulations enforced by federal, state, and local agencies, as well as health and safety requirements of our clients.

All regulations and requirements are subject to change, which could cause current Wilson & Company policies to be adjusted.

Wilson & Company will require all employees to comply with all applicable regulations, requirements, and company policies.

To be considered, the candidate must have working knowledge and familiarity with mechanical design codes and software. This should include :

Codes : NFPA 70

NFPA 70

NESC

IEEE books

Applicable National Fire Protection Association

Software :

Microsoft Office software

Power Point

MS Project or equivalent

Power modeling software SKM Powertools

T&D targeted software