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Project Manager - Resource Planning

78703 Austin, Texas Burns & McDonnell

Posted 11 days ago

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**Description**
The Resource Planning Project Manager will support electric utilities in generation and power supply planning decisions, including the decisions and justifications of new generation facility construction, generation facility retirements, and facility retrofits or conversions, as well as power purchase decisions. The Resource Planning Project Manager will support a broad range of studies and other consulting services to support electric utilities to make decisions backed by business and engineering analysis regarding their power supply requirements, such as integrated resource planning, market assessments, and power supply RFP evaluations.
The Project Manager will be required to work with numerous entities in the industry including investor-owned electric utilities, municipal electric utilities, electric cooperatives, and independent power producers. This Project Manager will be a seller-doer, conducting sales and marketing activities and executing projects. The Project Manager will spend time directly engaged with clients to identify new work, prepare proposals, establish study objectives, formulate project approaches, and manage/oversee a team of consultants/engineers to meet the study objectives and provide the client with useful and actionable deliverables.
Responsibilities:
The Project Manager will be responsible for, and manage, all aspects of projects from business development, scope and fee development, staffing plan development, project oversight and execution, quality management, and financial performance responsibilities. The project manager will support and lead both on-the-job and classroom training efforts for less experienced team members. Key responsibilities will include:
+ Business development: Develop new, and manage existing, client relationships through client marketing and project interactions; identify new sales opportunities with clients; lead all aspects of proposal development and submission including project planning, budgeting, and scheduling; establish critical project objectives and performances with clients; lead contract preparation and negotiations.
+ Project execution: Lead all aspects of project execution including scope, schedule, and budget; ensure quality control of deliverables; analyze and communicate project status, risks, schedule, and costs to all internal and external stakeholders; lead multi-discipline teams of engineers and analysts; plan, organize, and communicate project personnel needs to department management.
+ Leadership: Mentor and train less experienced staff on technical and business aspects of projects and the industry; serve as a recognized industry leader in power generation planning and evaluation; support company initiatives.
+ Other duties as assigned.
**Qualifications**
+ Bachelor's degree in engineering, economics, computer science, data science or similar field from an ABET accredited program.
+ Master's degree in engineering, economics, computer science, data science, or business is preferred.
+ Minimum 5 years of related experience; working for, or providing consulting services to, electric utilities, including 3 or more years managing engineering or consulting projects.
+ Strong knowledge of power supply planning software, preferably PROMOD (zonal and nodal) and Capacity Expansion (or familiarity with Plexos, EnCompass, GridView, or others).
+ Extensive knowledge of electric power options including generation facility types, capital costs, operating costs, typical dispatch profiles, and general power system operations. Knowledge of power supply purchase agreements regarding costs and terms.
+ Deep and broad base of knowledge of electric utility systems, power generation types, and power delivery with an understanding of power generation portfolio planning.
+ General business and financial calculation knowledge, including discounted cash flow analysis, net present value analysis, and internal rate of return evaluations.
+ Proven ability to lead, educate, and train a team of engineers and analysts in regard to power supply planning studies.
+ Proven ability to lead multi-discipline teams of engineers and analysts.
+ General business and financial calculation knowledge.
+ Effective Project Management skills.
+ Ability to work with existing and new clients to identify new projects, articulate to the clients our ability to perform those projects and translate that into the sale of consulting services.
+ Ability to communicate with various business contacts to understand their needs and translate them into a scope of work that meets their desired outcomes.
+ Ability to perform under pressure and tight deadlines and to be effective in on-site work environments.
+ Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently, including identification of critical path items to ensure deliverable deadlines are met.
+ Ability to focus on the big picture to effectively and efficiently provide services that meet client needs, while also having the ability to identify and analyze details that are critical to project outcomes.
+ Willingness to learn new service offerings as client needs and the market requires changes to the service offerings provided by our group.
+ Willingness and ability to develop a broad set of service offering types to allow for flexibility to go where the work is.
+ Willingness to cross-sell other services offered by Burns & McDonnell outside the project manager's core set of services.
+ Willingness to negotiate with clients for new service agreements.
+ Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PPT).
+ Must have the ability to deal effectively with a wide variety of industry, government, and public contracts on project-related matters.
+ Excellent written & verbal communication skills.
+ Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
+ Ability to travel.
Benefits:
Our extensive benefits package takes care of you so that you can focus on doing great work. From insurance and disability to time off and wellness programs, we provide the tools to meet your needs. As part of being 100% employee-owned, eligible employees participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) in addition to our 401(k)-retirement program. For more information, please visit the Benefits & Wellness page.
This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.
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**Job** Project Management
**Primary Location** US-TX-Houston
**Other Locations** US-TX-Austin, US-TX-Dallas
**Schedule:** Full-time
**Travel:** Yes, 15 % of the Time
**About 1898 & Co.** 1898 & Co. is a business, technology and security solutions consultancy where experience and foresight come together to unlock lasting advancements. We innovate today to fuel our clients' future growth, catalyzing insights that drive smarter decisions, improve performance and maximize value. As part of Burns & McDonnell, we draw on more than 120 years of deep and broad experience in complex industries as we envision and enable the future for our clients.
**Req ID:**
**Job Hire Type** Experienced #LI-EH #E98 N/A
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Transmission Planning Project Manager - 1898 & Co.

78703 Austin, Texas Burns & McDonnell

Posted 24 days ago

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**Description** 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 the most critical infrastructure challenges of our time. 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 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. You'll also be a mentor and resource for growing talent within our team. Key responsibilities include:
**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 PSS®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**
+ Bachelor's 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.
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
**Job** Electrical Engineering
**Primary Location** US-TX-Houston
**Other Locations** US-TX-Austin, US-TX-Dallas
**Schedule:** Full-time
**Travel:** Yes, 15 % of the Time
**About 1898 & Co.** 1898 & Co. is a business, technology and security solutions consultancy where experience and foresight come together to unlock lasting advancements. We innovate today to fuel our clients' future growth, catalyzing insights that drive smarter decisions, improve performance and maximize value. As part of Burns & McDonnell, we draw on more than 120 years of deep and broad experience in complex industries as we envision and enable the future for our clients.
**Req ID:**
**Job Hire Type** Experienced #LI-EH #E98 N/A
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Workforce Planning Data Project Manager

78703 Austin, Texas Eliassen Group

Posted 17 days ago

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**Workforce Planning Data Project Manager**
**Anywhere**
**Type:** Contract
**Category:** Program/Project Management
**Industry:** Technology
**Workplace Type:** Remote
**Reference ID:** JN -
**Date Posted:** 10/06/2025
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**Description:**
**100% Remote**
We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented **Workforce Planning Data Project Manager** to lead the development and implementation of workforce planning capabilities at **our client** . This role is ideal for either a data-savvy project manager or an analyst with strong organizational and coordination skills. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in aligning workforce data strategies with business goals, driving cross-functional collaboration, and ensuring operational excellence in workforce planning.
_Due to client requirement, applicants must be willing and able to work on a w2 basis. For our w2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance._
Rate: $75 - $2 / hr. w2
**Responsibilities:**
+ **Strategic Workforce Planning**
+ Design and execute workforce planning frameworks that align talent supply with business demand.
+ Forecast staffing needs using historical data, predictive analytics, and business growth models.
+ Collaborate with HR, Finance, Talent Acquisition, and People Analytics to ensure cohesive planning and execution.
+ **Project Management & Agile Leadership**
+ Lead cross-functional initiatives using Agile methodologies and project management best practices.
+ Facilitate scrum-like meetings, sprint planning, and retrospectives to drive progress and accountability.
+ Develop and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, and resource allocations.
+ **Data Analysis & Reporting**
+ Conduct workforce analytics to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities.
+ Build dashboards and reports that support decision-making across leadership teams.
+ Ensure data integrity and consistency across systems and reporting tools.
+ **Process Mapping & Optimization**
+ Document and analyze data flows and operational processes across departments.
+ Identify inefficiencies and recommend improvements to streamline workforce operations.
+ Support the integration of workforce planning tools and systems.
+ **Stakeholder Engagement**
+ Serve as the central point of contact for workforce planning initiatives.
+ Communicate project status, risks, and outcomes to stakeholders at all levels.
+ Foster a culture of transparency, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
**Experience Requirements:**
+ Proven experience in **project management** , preferably in Agile environments.
+ Strong **data acumen** , including experience with workforce analytics, reporting tools, and data visualization platforms.
+ Demonstrated ability in **process mapping** and documenting complex workflows.
+ Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to manage cross-functional relationships.
_Skills, experience, and other compensable factors will be considered when determining pay rate. The pay range provided in this posting reflects a W2 hourly rate; other employment options may be available that may result in pay outside of the provided range._
_W2 employees of Eliassen Group who are regularly scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week are eligible for the following benefits: medical (choice of 3 plans), dental, vision, pre-tax accounts, other voluntary benefits including life and disability insurance, 401(k) with match, and sick time if required by law in the worked-in state/locality._
_Please be advised- If anyone reaches out to you about an open position connected with Eliassen Group, please confirm that they have an Eliassen.com email address and never provide personal or financial information to anyone who is not clearly associated with Eliassen Group. If you have any indication of fraudulent activity, please contact
_About Eliassen Group:_
_Eliassen Group is a leading strategic consulting company for human-powered solutions. For over 30 years, Eliassen has helped thousands of companies reach further and achieve more with their technology solutions, financial, risk & compliance, and advisory solutions, and clinical solutions. With offices from coast to coast and throughout Europe, Eliassen provides a local community presence, balanced with international reach. Eliassen Group strives to positively impact the lives of their employees, clients, consultants, and the communities in which they operate._
_Eliassen Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status._
_Don't miss out on our referral program! If we hire a candidate that you refer us to then you can be eligible for a 1,000 referral check!_
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Senior Transportation Planning Engineer/Project Manager

78703 Austin, Texas AECOM

Posted 4 days ago

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**Company Description**
Work with Us. Change the World.
At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world's most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.
There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.
We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.
**Job Description**
**AECOM is seeking a creative, highly talented Senior Transportation Planning Engineer/Project Manager for immediate employment in Texas. This position gives you the opportunity to engage in a variety of planning work that may include NEPA/SEPA, multimodal planning, sustainability, advanced transportation planning, etc.**
As an integral member of our team, you will play a critical role in our transportation planning program in Texas. If you are skilled and experienced in transportation planning and preliminary engineering and looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity in the transportation sector, we encourage you to apply.
**The responsibilities associated with this position encompass a diverse range of tasks, including but not limited to:**
+ Oversee projects, manage tasks, and collaborate with project teams in the development of multimodal transportation plans. The projects include feasibility studies, corridor studies, long-range transportation plans, master transportation plans, small area plans, National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documents/studies, and other related plans.
+ Act as a visible leader and trusted advisor to clients, both internally and externally, while championing AECOM's values. Facilitate the integration of planning and engineering efforts within project teams to establish a cohesive decision-making framework.
+ Lead project teams by assigning and monitoring work progress, mentoring colleagues, and conducting quality assurance reviews of completed work by team members.
+ Collect and analyze transportation data to support project decision-making. Support the implementation of innovative planning processes and generate deliverables, including high-quality graphics, reports, and web-based products.
+ Conduct stakeholder outreach and public involvement efforts, including organizing and leading meetings and presentations with stakeholders.
+ Develop and evaluate alternative conceptual designs; consolidate project alternatives and recommendations from stakeholder inputs.
+ Collaborate with the local area Business Development Team and Senior Management in the development and execution of significant project pursuits and delivery. Establish relationships with external and internal clients, industry associations, potential consultant team members, and contractors.
**Qualifications**
**Minimum Qualifications:**
+ **BA/BS + 10 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education, including 2 years of leadership**
+ **AICP or PE Certification is required.**
**Preferred Qualifications:**
+ **10+ Years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience in transportation projects including planning and data analysis, economic evaluation, freight analysis and demand modeling.**
+ **Bachelor's degree in urban/city/Regional Planning or Civil Engineering.**
+ **Understanding of the state and regional transportation planning frameworks and collaboration processes in Texas.**
+ **Demonstration of effective leadership skills as a project manager, key task leader, or deputy project manager in a significant transportation planning project or program.**
**Additional Information**
+ Sponsorship is not offered for this position now or in the future.
+ Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
+ Offered rate of compensation (in Austin regionally & Texas) will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The salary range is $160,000.00 - $10,000.00
Offered compensation will be based on location and individual qualifications. The expected range is 160,000.00 - 210,000.00.
**About AECOM**
AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.
AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients' complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle - from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of 16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com.
**What makes AECOM a great place to work**
You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you'll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you've always envisioned. Here, you'll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community-where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
**ReqID:** J
**Business Line:** Transportation
**Business Group:** DCS
**Strategic Business Unit:** West
**Career Area:** Planning
**Work Location Model:** Hybrid
**Compensation:** USD - USD - yearly
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Transmission Planning Project Manager - 1898 & Co. (DAL/AUS/HOU)

78703 Austin, Texas Burns & McDonnell

Posted 11 days ago

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+ 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
+ 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 PSS®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**
+ Bachelor's degree in engineering, electrical engineering preferred, or related field from an accredited curriculum.
+ An advanced degree, such as an MBA, Master's in Electrical Engineering, Engineering Management, or PhD, is a plus.
+ Minimum 5 years related experience with a broad range of transmission system studies, including 3 or more years managing engineering projects.
+ 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
+ Regional requirements, policies, and procedures; production costing; risk assessment techniques; TPL compliance; generator interconnection; and harmonics analysis.
+ Strong computer skills using industry software such as PSS/E, PSLF, EMTP/ATP, PSCAD, SKM, ETAP, and Promod.
+ Demonstrated ability to independently manage a transmission system planning study with execution support from other staff.
+ Knowledge of numerous power regions of the country and independent system operators such as PJM, MISO, NEISO, SPP, CAISO, WECC, SERC, ERCOT, NYISO
+ Knowledge of NERC and FERC standards.
+ 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.
+ Proven ability to lead multi-discipline teams of engineers and analysts.
+ General business and financial calculation knowledge.
+ Effective Project Management skills.
+ 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 with various business contacts to understand their needs and translate them into a scope of work that meets their desired outcomes.
+ Perform under pressure and tight deadlines and be effective in on-site work environments.
+ Manage multiple projects concurrently, including identification of critical path items to ensure deliverable deadlines are met.
+ 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.
+ Willingness to learn new service offerings as client needs and the market require changes to the service offerings provided by our group.
+ Willingness and ability to develop a broad set of service offering types to allow for flexibility to go where the work is.
+ Willingness to cross-sell other services offered by Burns & McDonnell outside the project manager's core set of services.
+ Willingness to negotiate with clients for new service agreements.
+ Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PPT).
+ Must be able to deal effectively with various industry, government, and public contracts on project-related matters.
+ Excellent written & verbal communication skills.
+ Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
+ Professional Registration is preferred.
This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
**Job** Electrical Engineering
**Primary Location** US-TX-Houston
**Other Locations** US-TX-Austin, US-TX-Dallas
**Schedule:** Full-time
**Travel:** Yes, 15 % of the Time
**About 1898 & Co.** 1898 & Co. is a business, technology and security solutions consultancy where experience and foresight come together to unlock lasting advancements. We innovate today to fuel our clients' future growth, catalyzing insights that drive smarter decisions, improve performance and maximize value. As part of Burns & McDonnell, we draw on more than 120 years of deep and broad experience in complex industries as we envision and enable the future for our clients.
**Req ID:**
**Job Hire Type** Experienced #LI-EH #E98 N/A
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Project Manager-1898 Distribution Planning (DAL/AUS/HOU)

78703 Austin, Texas Burns & McDonnell

Posted 11 days ago

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**Description**
The Distribution Planning Project Manager will utilize extensive knowledge in electrical distribution planning and the application of grid technologies to improve grid performance and ready the grid for future challenges represented by distributed generation and electrification. The project manager will support a broad range of studies and other consulting services to support electricity distribution utilities to make decisions backed by business and engineering analysis, such as load flow, transfer capability, system impact studies, generation interconnection, reliability planning, DER, and electrification impact consulting, and hosting capacity studies. The project manager will be required to work with numerous entities in the industry, including investor-owned electric utilities, municipal electric utilities, and electric cooperatives. This project manager will be a seller-doer, conducting sales and marketing activities and executing projects. The project manager will spend time directly engaged with clients to identify new work, prepare proposals, establish study objectives, formulate project approaches, and manage/oversee a team of consultants/engineers to meet the study objectives and provide the client with useful and actionable deliverables.
Responsibilities:
The project manager will be responsible for, and manage, all aspects of projects from business development, scope and fee development, staffing plan development, project oversight and execution, quality management, and financial performance responsibilities. The project manager will support and lead both on-the-job and classroom training efforts for less experienced team members. Key responsibilities will include:
+ Business development: Develop new, and manage existing, client relationships through client marketing and project interactions; identify new sales opportunities with clients; lead all aspects of proposal development and submission including project planning, budgeting, and scheduling; establish critical project objectives and performances with clients; lead contract preparation and negotiations.
+ Project execution: Lead all aspects of project execution including scope, schedule, and budget; ensure quality control of deliverables; analyze and communicate project status, risks, schedule, and costs to all internal and external stakeholders; lead multi-discipline teams of engineers and analysts; plan, organize, and communicate project personnel needs to department management.
+ Leadership: Mentor and train less experienced staff on technical and business aspects of projects and the industry; serve as a recognized industry leader in power delivery planning and evaluation; support company initiatives.
+ Other duties as assigned.
**Qualifications**
+ Bachelor of Science in engineering or related field from an ABET accredited program. Advanced degree is a plus such as an MBA or Engineering Management.
+ Minimum 5 years of related experience with a broad and deep understanding of renewable generation, specifically wind and/or solar, including 3 or more years managing engineering or architectural projects.
+ Deep and broad base of knowledge of the electric utility industry, specifically regarding the development, design, and construction of renewable generation facilities, specifically focusing on wind and/or solar generation, and of electric utility systems and their operation.
+ Extensive experience with the development, design, and construction of wind/solar generation projects, experience with energy storage a plus.
+ Proven ability to lead, educate, and train a team of engineers and analysts in regard to renewable generation studies and design efforts.
+ Proven ability to lead multi-discipline teams of engineers and analysts.
+ General business and financial calculation knowledge.
+ Effective Project Management skills.
+ Ability to work with existing and new clients to identify new projects, articulate to the clients our ability to perform those projects, and translate that into the sale of consulting services.
+ Ability to communicate with various business contacts to understand their needs and translate them into a scope of work that meets their desired outcomes.
+ Ability to perform under pressure and tight deadlines and to be effective in on-site work environments.
+ Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently, including identification of critical path items to ensure deliverable deadlines are met.
+ Ability to focus on the big picture to effectively and efficiently provide services that meet client needs, while also having the ability to identify and analyze details that are critical to project outcomes.
+ Willingness to learn new service offerings as client needs and the market requires changes to the service offerings provided by our group.
+ Willingness and ability to develop a broad set of service offering types to allow for flexibility to go where the work is.
+ Willingness to cross-sell other services offered by Burns & McDonnell outside the project manager's core set of services.
+ Willingness to negotiate with clients for new service agreements.
+ Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PPT).
+ Must have the ability to deal effectively with a wide variety of industry, government, and public contracts on project-related matters.
+ Excellent written & verbal communication skills.
+ Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
+ Professional Registration is preferred.
+ Ability to travel.
This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
**Job** Engineering
**Primary Location** US-TX-Houston
**Other Locations** US-TX-Austin, US-TX-Dallas
**Schedule:** Full-time
**Travel:** Yes, 25 % of the Time
**About 1898 & Co.** 1898 & Co. is a business, technology and security solutions consultancy where experience and foresight come together to unlock lasting advancements. We innovate today to fuel our clients' future growth, catalyzing insights that drive smarter decisions, improve performance and maximize value. As part of Burns & McDonnell, we draw on more than 120 years of deep and broad experience in complex industries as we envision and enable the future for our clients.
**Req ID:**
**Job Hire Type** Experienced #LI-EH #E98
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