Transmission Planning Project Manager - 1898 & Co. (DAL/AUS/HOU)

Overview

Oversee transmission planning projects, lead teams, and manage client relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• power modeling
• risk assessment
• transmission planning
• project management
• client development
• regulatory compliance

Tasks

-Train and mentor junior staff on both technical and project management aspects of transmission planning. -Lead risk assessment processes and procedures using industry best practices. -Utilize tools like PSS®E, PSLF, PowerWorld, PSCAD, EMTP/ATP, ETAP, and Promod to perform complex power system modeling and analysis. -Identify and pursue new sales opportunities with utilities, ISOs/RTOs, and developers. -Champion internal initiatives that promote team growth and technical excellence. -Set critical project objectives with clients and lead contract development and negotiations. Project Execution -Manage multiple projects concurrently, including identification of critical path items to ensure deliverable deadlines are met. -Direct and coordinate multidisciplinary project teams of engineers and analysts. -Communicate with various business contacts to understand their needs and translate them into a scope of work that meets their desired outcomes. -Focus on the big picture to effectively and efficiently provide services that meet client needs while also being able to identify and analyze details that are critical to project outcomes. -Manage the full lifecycle of transmission planning projects including scope, schedule, budget, quality, and client communication. -Apply and interpret regulatory standards (NERC, FERC, and regional policies) to ensure compliant and forward-thinking planning. -Work with existing and new clients to identify new projects, articulate our ability to perform those projects to the clients, and translate that into the sale of consulting services. -Communicate project status, risks, and costs to stakeholders and executive leadership. Leadership & Mentorship -Resolve technical challenges related to transmission planning and present clear, actionable solutions to project stakeholders. -Perform and lead advanced transmission planning studies, including steady-state, transient stability, short circuit, voltage analysis, and production costing. -Lead proposal development, project scoping, budgeting, and scheduling activities. -Serve as a go-to technical expert in transmission system planning and evaluation. Technical Responsibilities -Cultivate and grow client relationships through marketing efforts, project interactions, and strategic engagement.

Requirements

• pss/e
• project management
• transmission planning
• electrical engineering
• 5+ years
• nerc

What You Bring

-Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PPT). -General business and financial calculation knowledge. -Knowledge of numerous power regions of the country and independent system operators such as PJM, MISO, NEISO, SPP, CAISO, WECC, SERC, ERCOT, NYISO -Effective Project Management skills. -Demonstrated ability to provide independent evaluation, selection, adaptation, and modification of standard engineering techniques for electric transmission system planning procedures and criteria. -Proven ability to lead, educate, and train a team of engineers and analysts regarding transmission system planning studies. -Demonstrated ability to independently manage a transmission system planning study with execution support from other staff. -Professional Registration is preferred. -Knowledge of NERC and FERC standards. -Willingness to learn new service offerings as client needs and the market require changes to the service offerings provided by our group. -Must be able to deal effectively with various industry, government, and public contracts on project-related matters. -Proven ability to lead multi-discipline teams of engineers and analysts. -Regional requirements, policies, and procedures; production costing; risk assessment techniques; TPL compliance; generator interconnection; and harmonics analysis. -Willingness to negotiate with clients for new service agreements. -A deep and broad base of knowledge regarding electric transmission systems and transmission system planning processes. -Extensive experience with planning, studies, and operations such as transient stability, short circuit, and voltage analysis; NERC, FERC, and -Willingness and ability to develop a broad set of service offering types to allow for flexibility to go where the work is. -Perform under pressure and tight deadlines and be effective in on-site work environments. -At 1898 & Co., we are helping shape the future of transmission systems across North America. Our Transmission Planning and Power Systems Analysis team works with a diverse mix of clients—investor-owned utilities, public power entities, developers, and ISOs/RTOs—to deliver smart, resilient, and future-ready electric grid solutions. As part of Burns & McDonnell, we bring together decades of experience, a deep bench of technical talent, and a spirit of innovation to solve some of our time's most critical infrastructure challenges. We're 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 You’ll DoAs a Transmission Planning Project Manager, you will oversee all phases of transmission planning projects, from business development to execution. You will manage multidisciplinary teams, develop scope and fee structures, ensure quality deliverables, and maintain strong client relationships. You’ll also be a mentor and resource for growing talent within our team. Key responsibilities include: Business Development -Bachelor's degree in engineering, electrical engineering preferred, or related field from an accredited curriculum. -Strong computer skills using industry software such as PSS/E, PSLF, EMTP/ATP, PSCAD, SKM, ETAP, and Promod. -Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. -Willingness to cross-sell other services offered by Burns & McDonnell outside the project manager’s core set of services. -Minimum 5 years related experience with a broad range of transmission system studies, including 3 or more years managing engineering projects. -Excellent written & verbal communication skills. -An advanced degree, such as an MBA, Master's in Electrical Engineering, Engineering Management, or PhD, is a plus.

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About 1898 & Co.

-A leader in delivering transformative solutions in energy, utilities, and infrastructure. -Grown into a trusted partner for complex projects in energy, utilities, and industrial systems. -Focus on optimizing operations, enhancing sustainability, and driving innovation in critical infrastructure. -Team combines technical expertise with deep industry knowledge to solve challenging problems. -Provides tailored solutions for current and future challenges. -Expertise spans energy (renewables to grid modernization), industrial systems, and water resources. -Part of Burns & McDonnell, leveraging global resources while maintaining a focus on innovation.

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