Digital Delivery Manager – Transmission Planning & Power System Analysis

Facilitate and oversee digital services for the Transmission Planning and Power System Analysis (TP&PSA) business line, including automation management and development, tool and software assessments, and technology stack management and optimization. Support project execution across all offices, align with business strategy, develop high-performing teams, and promote Burns & McDonnell’s culture and values.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and execution of the digital strategy for the TP&PSA business line.
• Drive innovation through AI, digital tools, and automation technologies.
• Support, maintain, and actively develop core automation tools for project execution.
• Partner with project managers to identify and implement automation opportunities to improve project processes.
• Support profitable growth of the business line, including pursuing new markets or products.
• Provide strategic feedback to project managers on efficient project execution.
• Achieve financial performance targets and standards.
• Manage and collaborate with business development managers, managing directors, and proposal staff on software management, procurement, and vendor partnerships.
• Facilitate digital delivery coordination across regions, departments, and other business lines.
• Coordinate best practice training regarding tools and automation for the business line.
• Provide experienced technical guidance and support.
• Mentor and train less experienced staff on technical and business aspects of projects.
• Lead and direct team performance to ensure efficient, cost-effective project execution.
• Document, publish, and maintain quality processes aligned with core quality guidelines.
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, technology, business, or related field and 7 years of related experience required.
• OR Associate’s degree and 9 years of related experience required.
• OR High School Diploma/GED and 11 years of related experience required.
• Strong understanding of consulting delivery models and professional services environments.
• Demonstrated knowledge of planning tools, analytical platforms, automation frameworks, and emerging digital technologies.
• Ability to apply artificial intelligence, programming, and automation solutions to improve consulting workflows.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and systems-thinking skills.
• Ability to integrate digital tools and processes into project execution without disrupting consulting delivery.
• Strong facilitation, collaboration, and organizational skills.
• Excellent planning and analytical skills with attention to detail and overall business objectives.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including presenting complex technical concepts clearly.
• Ability to mentor and develop others in technical and professional skills.
• Ability to work effectively with project managers, business line leadership, and technical specialists.
• Ability to learn, adapt, and apply new technologies in response to evolving client and market needs.

Skills

• Deep and broad knowledge of electric transmission systems and transmission system planning processes.
• Extensive experience with transmission planning, studies, and operations (e.g., load flow, short circuit, transient stability, electromagnetic transient studies).
• Familiarity with transmission planning standards, policies, and procedures.
• Strong experience with industry software such as PSS/E, TARA, PSLF, PSCAD, TSAT, and PowerWorld.
• Strong programming skills with Python, C#, and other modern development languages.
• Experience utilizing AI tools (e.g., OpenAI Codex, Anthropic Claude Code) to develop automation workflows.
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage transmission planning studies with execution support.
• Ability to develop, support, and manage automated workflows for steady state and transient stability simulations.
• Proven ability to lead, educate, and train teams of engineers and analysts in transmission system planning.
• Proven ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams.
• General business and financial calculation knowledge.
• Effective project management skills.
• Ability to identify new projects, articulate capabilities to clients, and translate opportunities into sales.
• Ability to communicate with business contacts to understand needs and translate them into scopes of work.
• Ability to perform under pressure, meet tight deadlines, and work effectively in on-site environments.
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently and identify critical path items.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Professional registration preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to deal effectively with industry, government, and public contracts on project-related matters.
• Willingness to learn new service offerings and adapt to market changes.
• Willingness to cross-sell other services offered by Burns & McDonnell.
• Strong people management, interpersonal, and change management skills.

Pay

$160,000.00–260,000.00 yearly. The expected compensation range is based on individual education, qualifications, prior work experience, and work location. The total annual compensation package includes a base salary and eligibility for a discretionary year-end incentive bonus program.

Benefits

• Comprehensive insurance and disability coverage.
• Paid time off (PTO) program, including paid sick leave under the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act (HFWA).
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) for eligible employees.
• 401(k) retirement program.
• Wellness programs.