Colby Riddle

About Colby Riddle

I am an enthusiastic and passionate Senior Manager in the Transmission, Distribution, and Substation EPC space of Power Delivery, with a proven consulting track record in both division and project management as well as engineering and engineering management. I am always looking for ways to better myself and inspire others. I have a BS in Civil Engineering from Portland State University where I earned induction into the Engineering Honor society, Tau Beta Pi.I have eamed both my PE and PMP licenses.I have owned and operated my own small business while going to school and working part time. I was able to leverage my time management skills while effectively combing my analytical, managerial and sales skills to cultivate a thriving and profitable business. I pride myself on my ability to communicate complex ideas and concepts and strongly believe the only way to lead is by example! My approach to career development is proactive, and I believe that hard work and consistent effort are the key components behind career growth and longevity. Engineering and Analytical Attributes-Advanced PC user (MS Office: Word, Excel/VBA, Power Point, Project, Outlook, & Bluebeam)-Advanced User: AutoCAD/Civil3D, FAD, GIS systems, LPILE, FAD Tools, MathCAD, Microstation, PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, PLS-TOWER, RISA 3D, Sag10, ATAD\'s (BPA), Vibrec, HeliCAP, etc-Transmission Line Analysis & Design-Structural Design & Modification (Lattice Tower, TSP, LDSP, and Wood Pole)-Foundation analysis, design, & retrofit-Superb critical thinking skills and understanding of engineering principles-Ability to evaluate designs, plans, and projects;Professional Attributes-Proven track record leading small and large scale, capital projects, as well as small and large teams or divisions-Develops highly emphatic relationships with clients and key stakeholders-Possess strong work ethic and keen attention to detail-Demonstrated agility and ability to learn new software packages swiftly-Regularly exceed personal and departmental metrics;

Experience

1. Sr Manager Hv Transmission Engineering

   Avantus

   Jun 2025 — Present · San Diego, CA, US

Education

• Linfield University

  Bachelors, Engineering Physics/Applied Physics

• Portland State University

  Bachelor's degree, Civil Engineering

  2008 — 2012