Director of Electrical Services - Utilities

What Lja Has To OfferLJA is offering an exciting opportunity that will allow you to reach your full career potential. The structure of our organization is designed to amplify your capabilities while gaining the benefits of being an employee-owner. What truly sets this opportunity apart is the chance to collaborate every day with dedicated, skilled, and supportive leaders. Whether you are in the office, in the field, or behind the scenes, working at LJA gives you the chance to grow through hands-on experience and exposure to a broad range of clients and services.What Makes Lja DifferentAt LJA, our employee-owners take pride in their work and their workplace. We’re guided by leaders who foster a culture of respect, collaboration and a shared vision of success. Our difference is evident in the experiences and opportunities we provide:Employee-owned. Client-focusedEmployee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)Consistently ranked as a Top WorkplaceInternal recruitment team, in-house training, and a marketing department specific to our industryWe celebrate flexibility, allowing every team and office to lead with their proven approachOur culture champions continuous learning and personal growthWe believe success comes through constant evolution and communicationWe are passionate about having fun and making money, all while creating impactPOSITION OVERVIEW: As a Director of Electrical Services at LJA Utilities, you will be responsible for leading and expanding our electrical engineering practice, with a focus on power transmission and distribution (T&D). This leadership role will be responsible for building and managing a high-performing team, developing client relationships, and driving strategic growth in the electrical infrastructure market.The ideal candidate is both a technical expert and business builder—capable of delivering high-quality engineering solutions while growing market share and strengthening LJA’s presence in the T&D sector.A TYPICAL DAY MIGHT INCLUDE:Applies knowledge of engineering principles and practices in broad areas using advanced techniques, theory, precepts and practices in the water resources field.Plans, coordinates, designs and direct projects with many complex features consisting of wastewater treatment plants, water supply plant design, sewage lift / pump station and force main design, water transmission lines, and storm water lift stations for both public works clients and municipal utility districtsLeads and participates with peers in business development efforts to grow the business from the ground up.Conform with and abide by all regulations, policies, work procedures and instructionsConform to all safety rules and use all appropriate safety equipmentAbility to communicate and meet with various City Councils and Public Works staff.Build, lead, and mentor a team of electrical engineers and designersEstablish performance expectations, provide coaching, and foster professional developmentDevelop staffing plans aligned with project workload and strategic growth goalsPromote a culture of accountability, collaboration, and technical excellenceRecruit, hire, and retain top engineering talentDevelop pipelines for future staffing needsLead onboarding and integration of new team membersBusiness Development & Client RelationsIdentify and pursue new business opportunities in electrical transmission and distributionDevelop and maintain strong relationships with utilities, municipalities, and private clientsLead proposal development, interviews, and contract negotiationsCollaborate with other service lines to cross-sell and expand client engagementsTechnical OversightProvide senior-level guidance on design and execution of T&D projects (substations, transmission lines, distribution systems)Ensure projects meet quality standards, budgets, and schedulesStay current with industry trends, codes, and emerging technologiesREQUIRED EDUCATION/LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS:Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering is requiredRegistration as a Licensed Professional EngineerREQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:15+ years of specialized experienceStrong communication skillsAbility to build strong relationshipsLEVEL UP WITH LJAAt LJA, we’re 100% employee-owned. This drives results, rewards ambition and supports long-term success for every team member. With almost 100 locations and 3,000+ employee-owners (and growing), we’re building something big! We want you to be part of it. Your future grows here.Generous Time Off: PTO, paid holidays, and a full office closure between Christmas and New Year’s.Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple plan options for health, dental, and pets. Along with mental health support.Family Support: Paid maternity and parental leave to help you focus on what matters most.Education Support: Tuition reimbursement and in-house courses provided by our Learning and Development team.Referral Bonuses: Know great talent? Get rewarded for helping us grow.Community Impact: Company-sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives.Professional Development: Memberships to industry organizations to keep you connected and growing.Career Growth: Great internal mobility opportunities to advance your career.Fun Culture: LJA social events, employee sports teams, bring your kid to work day, etc.To Executive Search Firms & Staffing Agencies: LJA Engineering, Inc. and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes from any agencies that have not signed a service agreement. All unsolicited resumes will be considered LJA's property. This includes resumes submitted directly to hiring managers without contacting LJA's Human Resources Talent Department.