Engineering Major Projects Supervisor
We Energies, Milwaukee, WI, United States
We Energies, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking an Engineering Major Projects Supervisor. This position can be located at any of our WEC Energy Group power generation sites, renewable sites, or service centers in Wisconsin and Illinois. This position offers flexibility for a hybrid work arrangement (remote/on‑site).
This position will support projects and programs that are part of WEC Energy Group's $13.2 billion electric generation capital investment plan, which will power economic growth and provide energy reliability in the state of Wisconsin. An additional 1,800 megawatts (MW) of electric demand is expected in the state between 2025 and 2029 - an increased electric load of approximately 20%.
Job Summary
The principal responsibilities of an Engineering Major Project Supervisor include engineering and construction management of large capital improvements. Additionally, they ensure successful start‑up and commissioning of projects, provide record keeping and ongoing system monitoring in support of operations, maintenance and future planning, provide benchmarking information on engineering and construction services, and are involved with resource allocation functions. Responsibilities will include project scoping, permitting, licensing, construction cost estimating, engineering design, construction management, job close‑out, writing and enforcing contracts and ensuring on‑time and on‑budget project completions. The position will also monitor and evaluate in‑house engineering and construction and/or external engineering and construction workforces.
Job Responsibilities
Identify and/or thoroughly evaluate project design and construction issues and develop innovative solutions.
Develop and implement regulatory strategies for environmental and PSCW permits related to the construction of the project and the ultimate operation of the related equipment.
Develop and implement construction and design practices to reduce costs and improve efficiency.
Communicate effectively with senior management about the project progress.
Interact and negotiate with industry experts, major equipment manufacturers, contractors, regulatory agencies and other officials on key issues.
Negotiate contracts for major construction work and equipment supply. Projects may include use of new technology and equipment that may affect negotiation strategies.
Lead a cross‑functional team of internal and external resources in the execution of projects.
Ensure that all work is performed safely, is of high quality, follows appropriate work procedures and construction standards, and is completed on schedule, within budget and according to the engineered design.
Develop project execution strategies.
Ensure major contractors and suppliers meet their obligations under the contracts terms, conditions and guarantees.
Monitor and manage key project metrics and cost controls to achieve construction, operational and budgetary goals.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering.
Valid driver's license and meet the company's requirements for driving.
5+ years relevant engineering experience.
Pay Range
Minimum: $104,083.72
Maximum: $156,125.32
The pay range reflects the minimum and maximum for the position at the time of posting and may be modified in the future. The starting salary within the pay range will be based on several factors, as applicable, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, shift, travel requirements, collective bargaining agreements, and business and organizational needs. At WEC Energy Group, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role.
WEC Energy Group will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F‑1 with OPT or CPT, H‑1, H‑2, L‑1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.
WEC Energy Group and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers. As a result, all qualified applicants will receive equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected status. The Company also complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws that require it to take affirmative action.
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This position will support projects and programs that are part of WEC Energy Group's $13.2 billion electric generation capital investment plan, which will power economic growth and provide energy reliability in the state of Wisconsin. An additional 1,800 megawatts (MW) of electric demand is expected in the state between 2025 and 2029 - an increased electric load of approximately 20%.
Job Summary
The principal responsibilities of an Engineering Major Project Supervisor include engineering and construction management of large capital improvements. Additionally, they ensure successful start‑up and commissioning of projects, provide record keeping and ongoing system monitoring in support of operations, maintenance and future planning, provide benchmarking information on engineering and construction services, and are involved with resource allocation functions. Responsibilities will include project scoping, permitting, licensing, construction cost estimating, engineering design, construction management, job close‑out, writing and enforcing contracts and ensuring on‑time and on‑budget project completions. The position will also monitor and evaluate in‑house engineering and construction and/or external engineering and construction workforces.
Job Responsibilities
Identify and/or thoroughly evaluate project design and construction issues and develop innovative solutions.
Develop and implement regulatory strategies for environmental and PSCW permits related to the construction of the project and the ultimate operation of the related equipment.
Develop and implement construction and design practices to reduce costs and improve efficiency.
Communicate effectively with senior management about the project progress.
Interact and negotiate with industry experts, major equipment manufacturers, contractors, regulatory agencies and other officials on key issues.
Negotiate contracts for major construction work and equipment supply. Projects may include use of new technology and equipment that may affect negotiation strategies.
Lead a cross‑functional team of internal and external resources in the execution of projects.
Ensure that all work is performed safely, is of high quality, follows appropriate work procedures and construction standards, and is completed on schedule, within budget and according to the engineered design.
Develop project execution strategies.
Ensure major contractors and suppliers meet their obligations under the contracts terms, conditions and guarantees.
Monitor and manage key project metrics and cost controls to achieve construction, operational and budgetary goals.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering.
Valid driver's license and meet the company's requirements for driving.
5+ years relevant engineering experience.
Pay Range
Minimum: $104,083.72
Maximum: $156,125.32
The pay range reflects the minimum and maximum for the position at the time of posting and may be modified in the future. The starting salary within the pay range will be based on several factors, as applicable, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, shift, travel requirements, collective bargaining agreements, and business and organizational needs. At WEC Energy Group, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role.
WEC Energy Group will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F‑1 with OPT or CPT, H‑1, H‑2, L‑1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.
WEC Energy Group and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers. As a result, all qualified applicants will receive equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected status. The Company also complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws that require it to take affirmative action.
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