Power Transmission and Distribution Director - North America

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Capabilities

Operations and Maintenance

Office Setup

Remote

Job ID

Market

Energy

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

Here's what you'll need

• An accomplished and/or high potential Leader in the energy sector
• Demonstrable technical competency, preferably across a broad range of T&D related disciplines & projects. A relevant engineering degree is required.
• Significant experience in leadership roles in Energy Transmission & Distribution, ideally with clear evidence of a highly relevant network of contacts
• High levels of business acumen, commercially astute and client focused with a deep understanding of regulatory frameworks and compliance requirements in the power sector.
• An entrepreneurial approach & growth mindset, adept at identifying growth opportunities, securing stakeholder buy-in, creating client value and capturing value for Jacobs.
• Passion for promoting professional development and career growth through mentorship and advocacy. The drive to ensure our team can grow alongside our fast-expanding business and meet our clients' evolving needs.
• A mature leadership style, the ability to lead with an inclusive & global mindset with strong cultural awareness. Driving vision & purpose - Instils and sustains energy for what is possible and encourages others to address challenges in new and better ways
• A Global mindset and demonstrated ability to work across cultures and remotely with our Global Integrated Delivery teams, prior experience of international collaboration/global delivery preferred.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, able to persuade, motivate and lead others at all levels, explain concepts without technical jargon and inspire and build engagement
• Strategic mindset - Ability to formulate a clear strategy to help the company respond to change and shape the future, mapping the steps that will clearly accelerate the organisation toward its strategic goals
• Relationship centric - unquestioned integrity and personal values that align to Jacobs' core values
• Customer focus - Track record of building and cultivating partnerships with an extensive client network; Creating new relationships, whilst strengthening existing ones
• Empathetic - demonstrate the desire and ability to mentor and motivate staff
• Authentic - people oriented, hardworking, intelligent, with a strong work and safety ethic; high energy and action orientation with the ability to make things happen
• Situational adaptability - Demonstrates ability to adapt to the needs of clients and or the business to deliver great business solutions. A collaborator who thrives in a diverse and multi-disciplinary environment
• Resilience - Demonstrates personal ownership and responsibility when confronted or challenged and is viewed as a source of confidence in high-stress situations
• Cultivates innovation - builds excitement in others to learn and explore creative options, challenging them to look for new ideas and innovative ways of delivering. A high level of intellectual curiosity, and passion to be part of creating something new.

As Transmission Director you will have a unique opportunity to lead and shape the future of power delivery infrastructure in North America. Your expertise and leadership will be vital in ensuring efficient, reliable, and sustainable transmission and distribution systems for the nation's energy needs.

Posted Salary Range: Minimum

189,100.00

Posted Salary Range: Upper

260,000.00

At Jacobs, we're partnering across the globe to create the best project outcomes by maximizing the design, digital technology, and support capabilities of our Global Integrated Delivery (GID) teammates. By joining Jacobs, you'll commit to supporting and engaging with these teams, as we work to build a company like no other.

Jacobs' health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, one floating holiday, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

The base salary range for this position is $189,100.00 to $260,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.