Director Engineering Delivery Systems

We are seeking a cross-functional Engineering Manager to lead the planning and execution of engineering for combined-cycle power plant projects . This leader will be responsible for technical execution, quality, and disciplined procedures , ensuring effective information flow across engineering disciplines and seamless integration with construction, project management, supply chain, and field services . The role requires a business-minded manager who can drive staffing , manage budgets , champion the use of our High Value Engineering (HVE) center , and hold teams accountable while modeling servant leadership .

Do you have a valid Professional Engineer license?, Do you have experience in Steam turbine generation?, Do you have a Bachelor’s degree in engineering?, * Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil/Structural, Chemical, or related engineering field.

• Demonstrated leadership of large teams (50-100+ people) - direct, indirect and matrixed - across multiple disciplines.
• Proven ownership of technical execution and quality with strong procedure orientation and information-flow governance.
• Solid understanding of gas turbines, HRSGs, steam turbines, balance of plant, I&C, and electrical systems.
• Experience managing budgets, forecasts, and performance metrics (e.g., EVMS, productivity, cost/schedule variance, change management).
• Strong communication skills and the ability to influence across stakeholders., * 10-15+ years delivering combined-cycle power plant projects across design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and handover.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license; ability to oversee stamping strategy and licensing compliance across jurisdictions.
• EPC or OEM/EPCm experience with phase-gated execution from FEED through commissioning/startup.
• Familiarity with standards and practices: ASME/ANSI, API, NFPA/NEC, NERC, OSHA, environmental permitting, and grid interconnection.
• Tools exposure: Primavera P6 or MS Project, Navisworks/Clash, CAESAR II, ETAP, plant design suites, PLM/PDM, EDMS, and analytics/reporting tools.
• Experience with Advanced Work Packaging (AWP), modularization, and construction-driven design.
• Background in leveraging High Value Engineering centers with defined SLAs, KPIs, and quality gates.

The Charlotte office of Zachry offers a unique opportunity to join a high-growth team at the center of critical infrastructure work across the region. Our team supports a large and expanding portfolio driven by strong, long-standing partnerships with major utility and industrial clients. This provides our employees consistent exposure to high-impact, technically challenging projects with real visibility.

Because of the volume and continuity of work, team members in Charlotte benefit from both stability and variety-working on meaningful projects while continuing to develop new skills and advance their careers. The environment is fast-paced and collaborative, where individuals are empowered to take ownership, contribute ideas, and make a tangible difference from day one.

If you’re looking for a role where your work matters, your expertise is valued, and your impact is visible, the Charlotte Zachry team is the place to be.