Sr. Planner - PAR Western Line Contractors, LLC

PAR West, a subsidiary of Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE: PWR), is an industry leader in all aspects of outside infrastructure, electrical, gas, and telecom construction. Our reputation as solution providers has been consistently applied across all our service offerings. Our innovative and forward-thinking teams bring decades of experience to every project.

We offer a full range of construction services and solutions for substations, overhead and underground distribution and transmission lines, maintenance, startup, associated communications, energized services, emergency storm restoration and assessment, and engineer, procure and construct (EPC) services.

PAR Western Line Contractors, LLC (dba QUES) provides engineering, procurement and construction services for comprehensive infrastructure needs in the electric power, oil and natural gas industries. QUES has the knowledge and expertise to handle a full spectrum of projects. From the most straightforward, single-component installation to the most complex, multi-state projects, QUES handles the job safely, efficiently, and cost-effectively.  We are looking for a dynamic individual to add their technical expertise to our Design Team. The successful candidate possesses five or more years of experience in Electrical Utility Distribution Design, Transmission Design, Distribution Line construction, or Electrical Engineering discipline.

• Design and construction knowledge for Lighting, Underground (UG) and Overhead (OH) Utility systems.
• Design and engineering services on multiple concurrent projects ranging from single unit to large complex projects with strict adherence to standards and deadlines.
• Experience in utility Geographical Information Systems, planning database systems, and material ordering systems.
• Technical expertise and guidance in the identification, analysis and resolution of complex design issues utilizing published construction standards and regulations
• Effective planning, organizing, scheduling, and monitoring of work activities
• Thorough and accurate technical reports, correspondence, documentation, calculations, drawings and sketches.
• Continuous improvement of job-related, technical, and professional knowledge, skills, and performance.
• Mentorship and collaboration to peers and trainees in a fast-paced team environment
• Position may require up to 30% travel and being out in the field throughout the SCE service territory including remote regions – the coast, desert, and mountains across California. Occasional lifting of typically less than 40lbs. Work in various weather conditions. 
• Additional duties as needed and/or assigned.

• Experience working with current utility industry GIS and WMIS programs as a Service Planner, Engineer, or equivalent field is a HUGE PLUS.
• Demonstrated experience utilizing pole loading software such as SPIDA, O-Calc, or equivalent including overhead design and engineering principles.
• Proven AutoCAD, AUD, and/or Microstation skills preferred.
• We are seeking five or more years of experience in Electrical Utility Distribution Design, Transmission Design, Distribution Line construction.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Must be able to demonstrate excellent values including teamwork
• Ability to demonstrate good written and oral communication skills
• Ability to demonstrate effective analytical and problem-solving skills

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.