Burns & McDonnell

Transmission Planning Project Manager - 1898 & Co.

Burns & McDonnell$110K — $130K *
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, computer science, or related field with 5 years of experience.
  • Knowledge of project management techniques and procedures.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with exceptional organizational ability.
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.
  • Experience leading power systems consulting engagements, specifically in distribution planning.
  • Familiarity with business and financial principles.

Responsibilities

  • Cultivate client relationships through effective marketing and strategic engagement.
  • Identify and pursue new sales opportunities with various stakeholders.
  • Lead the development of proposals, project scopes, budgets, and timelines.
  • Manage all aspects of project lifecycle including scope, budget, and quality.
  • Direct multidisciplinary teams in transmission planning projects.
  • Communicate project status, risks, and costs to stakeholders clearly.
  • Mentor junior staff and promote internal initiatives for team growth.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on high-impact projects that drive energy transition.
  • Access to advanced tools and technologies for power system analysis.
  • Support for professional development through mentorship programs.
  • Engagement with diverse and multidisciplinary teams.
  • Chance to influence strategic planning in the energy sector.
Full Job Description
Description

We9re looking for a Transmission Planning Project Manager who brings a strong mix of technical knowledge and leadership capability. This is a high-impact role for someone passionate about solving complex power system problems, developing teams, and working directly with clients on critical planning studies and system improvements. Are you ready to help drive the energy transition forward?

What You9ll Do

As a Transmission Planning Project Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing all phases of transmission planning projects, from business development through execution. You will manage multidisciplinary teams, develop scope and fee structures, ensure quality deliverables, and maintain strong client relationships. You9ll also be a mentor and resource for growing talent within our team. Key responsibilities include:

Business Development
  • Cultivate and grow client relationships through marketing efforts, project interactions, and strategic engagement.
  • Identify and pursue new sales opportunities with utilities, ISOs/RTOs, and developers.
  • Lead proposal development, project scoping, budgeting, and scheduling activities.
  • Set critical project objectives with clients and lead contract development and negotiations.

Project Execution
  • Manage the full lifecycle of transmission planning projects including scope, schedule, budget, quality, and client communication.
  • Lead risk assessment processes and procedures using industry best practices.
  • Direct and coordinate multidisciplinary project teams of engineers and analysts.
  • Communicate project status, risks, and costs to stakeholders and executive leadership.

Leadership & Mentorship
  • Train and mentor junior staff on both technical and project management aspects of transmission planning.
  • Champion internal initiatives that promote team growth and technical excellence.
  • Serve as a go-to technical expert in transmission system planning and evaluation.

Technical Responsibilities
  • Perform and lead advanced transmission planning studies, including steady-state, transient stability, short circuit, voltage analysis, and production costing.
  • Apply and interpret regulatory standards (NERC, FERC, and regional policies) to ensure compliant and forward-thinking planning.
  • Utilize tools like PSSAE E, PSLF, PowerWorld, PSCAD, EMTP/ATP, ETAP, and Promod to perform complex power system modeling and analysis.
  • Resolve technical challenges related to transmission planning and present clear, actionable solutions to project stakeholders.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor9s degree in engineering, business, computer science or related field from an accredited program and 5 years of related professional experience.
  • Knowledge in project management, techniques, and procedures.
  • Excellent computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong organizational skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.
  • Experience leading technical aspects of consulting engagements in regards to power systems, distribution planning, and grid modernization.
  • Experience on consulting projects, client operations, or executing program management within the critical infrastructure industry.
  • Understanding of general business and financial principles.
  • Experience with communicating across business segments to understand project objectives.

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

Job Electrical Engineering

Primary Location US-AZ-Phoenix

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 15 % of the Time

Req ID: 263827

Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-EH #E98 N/A

About Burns & McDonnell

Burns & McDonnell is a full-service engineering, architecture, construction, environmental and consulting solutions firm. The company was founded in 1898 by Clinton Burns and Robert McDonnell and is headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri. Burns & McDonnell provides services to a wide range of industries, including aviation, defense, energy, environmental, healthcare, and transportation. The company has over 7,500 employees and operates in more than 50 countries around the world. Burns & McDonnell has been recognized as one of the best places to work in the United States by Fortune magazine.
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