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KDM Engineering

Location:
United States, Chicago

Category:
IT - Administration

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Job Description:

The Engineering Manager will manage any of the KDM Power Utility clients. This position will help expand current engineering work with our existing clients and help establish new business in additional departments all while managing multiple project managers and processes. This individual will need to be open-minded, innovative, and determined to create growth within our organization.

Job Responsibility:

Develop plans and processes for business development with the client
Guide technical activities of assigned programs within the utility client, including internal scheduling, planning, budgeting, and managing personnel
High-level monitoring of work product to ensure compliance with industry standards, company practices, and customer specifications
Must possess sufficient knowledge of programs in order to identify problems, provide guidance to managers, and be sure the work product fulfills requirements
Manage multiple engineering departments and clients at the same time
Manage customer relationships and attend high level client events including but not limited to, quarterly KPI meetings, department related meetings, EOC meetings, etc.
Assist with development and mentoring of the PM team
Determine office specific changes which may include determination of new hires and terminations
Train, support, and develop team members
Ability to conform to shifting priorities, demands and timelines through analytical and problem-solving capabilities
Pursue opportunities to both lead by example and foster the talent of high performing team members
Prioritization and streamlining of tasks to ensure accuracy and efficiency
This position involves a high level of organization and the ability to multitask competing priorities

Requirements:

BS Electrical Engineering required, advanced degree preferred
Experience in the Utility Sector
Experience managing and mentoring project management staff
Minimum of 15 years of project management experience
Minimum of 5 years of senior project management experience
Minimum of 7 years of department management experience
Ability to manage business and technical resources
Strong oral and written communication skills
Excellent problem solving, critical thinking and analytical skills
Must be open minded, creative and confident
Ability to work independently and in a team
Must be open to local travel
Must be willing to comply with all pre-employment screening, including but not limited to, drug testing, reference verification, education and employment verification and background screening
Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.
Possess a valid Driver’s License

What we offer:

Positive team environment
Competitive salaries
Flexible schedules
Growth opportunities
Training and professional development
Health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k)
Life, long-term disability, and short-term disability insurances
Paid time-off
Paid holidays
Volunteer leave
Performance bonuses
HSA
Transit program
Parental and maternity leave
Supportive management
Professional development assistance
team-building outings
Laidback office culture, including pool table, arcade games, and happy hour
Meditation space, nap room, and nursing mothers’ room

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 09, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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