Joint Use Design Supervisor

Orbital Engineering, Inc.

. Plan, direct, and coordinate team personnel activities to deliver projects on time and on budget .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $85,000 - $110,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in engineering design and project management within the utility industry, with a strong focus on client relationship development, team leadership, and process improvement. Proficient in managing multiple projects while ensuring adherence to budget and schedule requirements.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor Of Science Degree In Engineering3+ Years Experience In Utility IndustryProject ManagementProfessional Engineering (PE) LicenseFinancial Reporting

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Hard Skills

Engineering DesignProject ManagementData AnalysisQuality AssuranceProcess ImprovementElectrical Distribution KnowledgeReading Engineering DrawingsBudget ManagementContract NegotiationMake Ready Experience

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsDecision-Making SkillsOrganizational SkillsWritten CommunicationVerbal Communication

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeSpida CalcO-CalcPole ForemanKatapultAutoCADKatapult SoftwareSPANSNJUNSIkeGPS

Certifications & Qualifications

Master's Degree In EngineeringProject Management Professional (PMP)

Industry Keywords

Utility IndustryJoint-Use IndustryFCC GuidelinesLong Term Infrastructure Improvement Programs (LTIIP)Pole Attachment Application Processes

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Plan, direct, and coordinate team personnel activities to deliver projects on time and on budget
Direct and/or provide technical leadership for engineering design and construction functions
Manage engineering designs involving pole replacements, communication space rearrangements, and joint-use design for make-ready construction
Manage team productivity and ensure projects are closed out and invoiced
Support client onboarding, contract negotiations, and relationship development
Schedule work according to contractual agreements and assign personnel
Develop customer proposals with technical scope, schedule, budget, and resource management details
Interface with clients and contractors to ensure projects align with scope
Communicate strategic initiatives and team risks to internal management
Coordinate with internal stakeholders to maintain team resources and productivity
Provide personnel orientation, training, mentorship, coaching, and disciplinary action
Perform quality assurance on team deliverables
Conduct performance evaluations for department team members
Support pole attachment application processes, power delivery improvement processes, GIS data analytics, notifications, work orders, invoicing, and financial reports

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering or equivalent technical discipline
3+ years of experience in the utility industry, engineering design, and/or project management
Supervisory experience of 0-2 years
Thorough and working knowledge of electrical distribution assets and/or communication equipment construction
Experience managing multiple projects with competing priorities while maintaining schedule and budget
Ability to negotiate and develop relationships with current and new clients or contracting parties
Demonstrated ability to develop and implement process improvements with measurable results
Exceptional analytical and decision-making skills
Strong organization skills and excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to adapt to changing priorities while maintaining an effective team
Proficient with Microsoft Office software applications
Experience analyzing data and preparing departmental financial reporting
Ability to read and understand engineering drawings/schematics
Dependable transportation and a valid driver's license with insurance
Ability to pass a post-offer drug and alcohol test, including marijuana, and random testing
Preferred: Master's Degree in Engineering or Business Administration
Preferred: Professional Engineering (PE) License and/or Project Management Professional (PMP)
Preferred: Knowledge or experience in utility Long Term Infrastructure Improvement Programs (LTIIP)
Preferred: Experience within the Joint-Use industry and understanding of FCC Guidelines
Preferred: Financial analysis and departmental budget management experience, including financial reporting and department auditing
Beneficial: Experience with pole loading or construction modeling software such as Spida Calc, O-Calc, Pole Foreman, Katapult, or AutoCAD
Beneficial: Knowledge of utility or joint-use software such as Katapult, SPANS, NJUNS, or IkeGPS
Preferred experience: 2 years Make Ready
Preferred experience: 2 years Joint Use

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary
Career advancement opportunities
Comprehensive benefits package
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
401(k)-retirement savings plan
Supplemental insurance options
Company-paid life and AD&D insurance
Company-paid short-term disability coverage
Company-paid maternity and bonding leave
Generous paid time off program