The Kleinfelder Group, Inc. (“Kleinfelder”) is pleased to announce Michael Johnson, JD, has returned to the company’s leadership team as Senior Vice President, National Power Market Manager. In this pivotal role, Johnson will focus on continuous operational improvement, strategic planning, and national market expansion in critical energy infrastructure.

“We’re excited to have Michael rejoin our leadership team as the National Power Market Manager,” shared EVP and Director of Strategy and Growth Jay Clare. “Michael’s proven experience driving growth in the power market, combined with deep industry insight, will be instrumental as we accelerate our momentum. With Michael on board, we’re confident in our ability to deliver bold results and help shape the future of energy infrastructure.”

Johnson has more than 25 years of experience in the power industry, recognized for his leadership in managing large-scale electric transmission programs, from Plan of Development requirements to Project Management Office oversight. He has a proven track record in corporate strategy and governance, mergers & acquisitions, thought leadership, and building client accounts tied to high-value delivery centers seeing exponential growth.

“The Power Market is undergoing transformative growth driven by surging demand from technologies like AI and data centers,” said Johnson. “Grid modernization is foundational to the transformation, with major capital expenditures planned for transmission and integration of renewables. I’m excited to rejoin Kleinfelder because of the company’s leadership and path of being the preferred consultant to the largest power utilities and developers in North America.”

Johnson holds a Juris Doctor from University of the Pacific’s McGeorge School of Law, certifications from University of Chicago’s Booth School of Business, and a Bachelor of Arts in Biogeography from UCLA.

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EVP and Director of Strategy and Growth Jay Clare shared, “With Michael on board, we’re confident in our ability to deliver bold results and help shape the future of energy infrastructure.”