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Burns & McDonnell · 10 hours ago

Transmission Planning Project Manager - 1898 & Co.

Austin, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Burns & McDonnell is a leading firm in transmission systems consultancy, seeking a Transmission Planning Project Manager to oversee all phases of transmission planning projects. This role involves managing teams, developing client relationships, and executing complex power system studies to drive the energy transition forward.

ArchitectureConstructionConsultingHuman Resources

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

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

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

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

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

Qualification

Transmission planningPower system analysisProject managementClient relationship managementRegulatory standards knowledgeTechnical mentoringAnalytical skillsBusiness acumenMicrosoft Office proficiencyCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsProblem-solving skillsTeam leadership

Required

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

Company

Burns & McDonnell

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Burns & McDonnell is an engineering design firm and it provides engineering, architecture, construction, and consulting services.

Founded in 1898

Kansas City, Missouri, USA

10001+ employees

http://www.burnsmcd.com

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