Associate Vice President - Electrical
Pape-Dawson
Leads Electrical & Instrumentation, delivering complex power and control system designs.
6 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Fort Worth, TX
Office Full-Time
Company Size
1,100 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Surveying
Planning
Environmental Services
Construction Services
Transportation Engineering
Water Resources
Land Development
Sector Specialisms
Energy
Mining
Land Development
Transportation
Water Resources
Commercial
Corporate Campus
Data Centers
Role
What you would be doing
cost estimating
control design
generator sizing
spec development
schematics
field inspections
- Accurately estimate electrical construction costs at various phases of project development.
- Direct the design and specification of control systems including network architecture and process instrumentation.
- Perform generator sizing, load calculations, and system coordination studies.
- Develop and review project-specific technical specifications in accordance with CSI MasterFormat.
- Prepare technical documentation including basis-of-design reports, status reports, project manuals, and response memos.
- Ensure project delivery on schedule and within budget.
- Provide technical guidance during client meetings and estimate level of effort for electrical design tasks.
- Prepare detailed electrical and control schematics.
- Lead and manage the Electrical and Instrumentation Group, including staff development, resource planning, and strategic initiatives.
- Independently manage complex engineering projects from inception through completion.
- Lead field inspections and system startups, ensuring alignment with design intent and operational performance.
- Oversee the planning and design of electrical systems including power distribution (medium and low-voltage), lighting, grounding, lightning protection, fire alarm, and other low-voltage systems.
- Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
- Participate in client presentations, interviews, and other business development opportunities.
What you bring
etap
pe license
pmp
nec
plc
leadership
- Proficiency in electrical power systems analysis tools (e.g., SKM Power*Tools, ETAP, Easypower).
- Professional Engineer (PE) license required, with the ability to obtain additional state licensure by comity.
- Proven project management experience; PMI PMP certification preferred.
- Strong understanding of permitting processes and coordination with utility providers.
- Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to lead large, multi-disciplinary project teams.
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
- Minimum of 15 years of experience in electrical engineering design, with at least 5 years in a leadership or management capacity.
- Experience with PLC-based control systems and control network design.
- Familiarity with lighting design software (e.g., AGi32, Visual).
- Deep knowledge of National Electrical Code (NEC) and relevant construction regulations.
- Additional experience with vertical facilities (vehicle maintenance shops, labs, offices, aviation-related structures).
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Company
Overview
$178.7M Revenue
Regional Revenue in 2021
Achieved a significant regional revenue milestone, reflecting substantial growth and success in Texas markets.
142‑mile Pipeline
Vista Ridge Pipeline Project
Completed construction of a major water pipeline project, showcasing expertise in large-scale infrastructure development.
150 Staff Added
2021 Staff Expansion
Significantly expanded workforce to support growing project portfolio and client demand.
- Founded in 1965 by Gus Pape and Gene Dawson Sr. with just three staff, the firm steadily grew into a major Texas engineering force.
- Headquartered in San Antonio, expanded across Texas—Austin, Houston, Dallas, Fort Worth, Corpus Christi—and beyond through strategic acquisitions.
- A diverse portfolio spans water/wastewater pipelines, transportation systems, commercial and residential land development, and large public infrastructure.
- Standout projects include the AT&T Center and SeaWorld developments in San Antonio, and Amazon’s SAT6 distribution center.
- Specialisms encompass civil engineering, environmental consulting, surveying, water resources management, and transportation planning.
- The company’s growth strategy features high‑profile merges and partnerships—such as Costello (2023), KSA (2024), RaganSmith (2024), and Dowdey‑Anderson (2021)—broadening its geographic and technical reach.
401(k) Match
Generous Benefits
Employees receive a significant contribution to their retirement savings through an impressive 401(k) match program.
- Provide an environment that encourages employee development and satisfaction.
- Monthly birthday celebrations, weekly trivia and bingo breaks, picnics, holiday parties, professional speakers, and networking opportunities.
- Employee engagement is an integral part of working at Pape‑Dawson.
- Competitive pay and benefits including free medical, generous PTO, education and gym reimbursements, flexible and remote work opportunities.
- Employees are encouraged to learn more specific skills through trainings and workshops.
25%
Water Demand Reduction
Achieved significant potable water demand reduction through drought-mitigation systems in a pilot project.
500 acre‑feet
Groundwater Storage
Captured and stored groundwater from stormwater networks in Austin after two wet seasons.
15%
Stormwater Flow Reduction
Reduced peak stormwater flows using aquifer storage/injection wells in Houston.
- Use of green infrastructure: detention basins, rain gardens, bioswales, permeable pavements for stormwater management.
- Adoption of dual piping and greywater recycling systems with on‑site treatment.
4.3/5 Rating
Employee Reviews on Glassdoor
This score reflects employee satisfaction with the company's diversity and inclusion efforts, based on 27 reviews.
- The company has not publicly declared DEI strategic goals or gender-specific targets.
- No gender-related workforce statistics are available from the company's website or LinkedIn.
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