K&A Engineering Consulting

Planner III

LocationAsheville, NC
Job TypeFull-time

About This Job

K&A Engineering Consulting - is a privately held company, providing comprehensive consulting, engineering and design, program/project management, construction management, and support services to power utility and industrial clients. Specializing in substation, transmission, distribution, distributed energy resources, and EPC services, we excel in solving complex challenges with precision-driven solutions. We pride ourselves on employing top talent, fostering a culture of excellence, and building meaningful relationships with clients and employees.


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Start your K&A Career:

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Planner III- Transmission to join our team at K&A Engineering in Asheville, NC. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work on exciting and challenging projects that have a real impact on the energy and utility sectors. You’ll be part of a dynamic, people-focused team where your expertise, ideas, and contributions will be valued and celebrated.

The Project Planner III supports Transmission field personnel in construction and maintenance of substation assets. Responsibilities include preparing work packages, estimating resources and durations, identifying special requirements, and coordinating with various teams. The role involves managing changes to work plans, ensuring documentation accuracy, and supporting capital projects ranging from $150M to $300M annually.


Role Expectations:

Develop work packages including scope, estimates, and resource needs
Plan for equipment, tools, and permits
Produce construction estimates and track work progress
Coordinate with construction resources and project management
Assist with emergency planning and site visits
Closely monitor the progress and status of work and is responsible for raising issues to schedulers and supervisors to identify areas for improvement and opportunities to improve efficiencies
Ensure accurate completion of NERC related documentation
Coordinate transmission clearances with Grid Management, ECC & TCC, and DCC
Assist in resolving and re-sequencing the work considering any customer sensitivities


What we’re looking for:

Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years related experience.
5+ years of Project Management Scheduling concepts
Knowledge of substation, apparatus, relaying and line maintenance practices in order to identify all needed procedures, resources and clearances to effectively perform each maintenance / construction job.
Knowledge of work management systems (e.g., MAXIMO, MS Project)
Able to attend onsite visits and in person meetings during normal business hours in the area in which the Substation Crews support 2 or more times per week.
Able to navigate & utilize basic computer software on a laptop or tablet.
Experience in substation and line maintenance.
Strong communication and organizational skills


Why Join K&A?

People-First Culture: We put our people at the center of everything we do, creating an environment where your professional and personal growth is a top priority.

Innovation & Learning: We encourage continuous learning and invest in your development through training, mentorship, and hands-on experience.

Collaborative Team Environment: We believe in the power of collaboration and working together to achieve the best outcomes for our clients and employees.

Recognition & Growth: We’ve earned our reputation through uncompromising precision and a commitment to excellence. As an agile and fast-growing company, we offer plenty of opportunities for your career advancement and growth.

Competitive Compensation & Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, flexible PTO, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and much more.

Check out our career page for more information!

The salary range for this role considers a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, licenses and certifications, and other related skillsets. The disclosed range is an estimate and has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.

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