Distribution Department Group Leader

Welcome to Verdantas, where innovation meets sustainability, and your career finds purpose! At Verdantas, we're redefining environmental consulting and sustainable engineering through our use of cutting-edge modeling and digital technology and our genuine commitment to people. Our work spans high-growth sectors like water resources, resilient land use, energy transformation, and civil infrastructure. Our commitment to excellence, across more than 90 offices, is championed by a team of over 2,000 experts, scientists, engineers, geologists, and technical specialists, embedded in a people-focused culture, prioritizing the well-being of our employees, clients, and the communities we serve. We partner with clients to deliver smart, data-driven solutions to complex environmental and infrastructure challenges. We don't just solve problems; we help shape a more sustainable future. Join a people-first culture that values your well-being, empowers your growth, and amplifies your impact. At Verdantas, your career goes beyond the expected, and your work helps build a better world. Ready to shape the future of resilient communities? What You'll Do: Responsible for the direct management and supervision of assigned direct reports; lead, mentor, and help grow a team of engineers and designers. Oversee project workload leveling and assignments to optimize resource utilization. Monitor and analyze Group utilization data; implement corrective actions to meet KPIs. Partner with Department Leader to set and communicate annual utilization targets for employees. Ensure scope, schedule, budget, and quality compliance for projects managed within the Group. Drive improvement in project KPIs (e.g., NLM, WIP) and implement best project management practices. Oversee timely invoicing and financial management of projects; effectively track and stabilize projects, implement solutions to obstacles, and ensure client goals are achieved. Provide input into annual salary adjustments and bonus distribution processes. Collaborate with National and Area Practice Leaders on resource planning and technical priorities. Coordinate with Market Sector Leaders to identify and elevate business development and cross-selling opportunities. Communicate resource needs and workload concerns to Department Leader. Attend client meetings and communicate concerns and changes with the client to ensure a positive relationship and growth opportunities. Prepare and review preliminary designs. Prepare proposals, including budgetary estimates. Lead the development of plans, specifications, studies, estimates, material lists, and other deliverables. Ensure team adherence to QA/QC program. What You'll Bring: Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering Active Professional Engineer (PE) license 10+ years of combined engineering and leadership experience in electric distribution engineering, preferably with utility, municipality, or consulting firms Proficiency in AutoCAD, GIS, CYME, or similar distribution modeling tools Strong knowledge of NESC, NEC, RUS, and utility design standards Experience with Milsoft WindMil E&A software is a plus Experience with O-Calc or PLS-CADD is a plus Ability to specify portions of the engineering systems based on past experience Excellent communication and leadership skills The ability to work nights and weekends as required to attend meetings or to meet demanding project schedules Salary Range: Starting at $115,000 annually Benefits: Flexible Work Environment Paid Parental Leave Medical Dental Vision Life and AD&D Insurance Short-Term and Long-Term Disability 401(k) with Company Match Paid Time Off + Holidays Verdantas strives to develop new ways to increase diversity awareness within our organization. We recruit and reward our employees based on capability and performance — regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lifestyle, age, educational background, national origin, religion, or physical ability. For us, it is imperative to build balanced teams from all walks of life and we believe that a diverse workforce is a stronger workforce. Verdantas is an EOE race/color/religion/sex/sexual orientation/gender identity/national origin/disability/vet Ready for what's next? Your future starts here. Explore our open opportunities and find a role that not only matches your skills—but fuels your ambition. From innovative projects to collaborative teams, we offer careers where you can grow, make an impact, and do your best work. Take the next step, discover where you belong, and build something meaningful with us. Your next opportunity is waiting—go find it and come grow with us! For assistance filling out applications, complete this form. Don't see the job you're looking for? Leave your contact information and resume and we'll reach out if it's a good fit!