Project Delivery Manager – 1898 & Co. – Transmission Planning & Power Systems Analysis (Southeast Region)

About the role

Our Transmission Planning & 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. The Southeast organization, based in Atlanta, is looking for a Project Delivery Manager who will lead an execution team within our Transmission Planning & Power Systems Analysis business line and adjacent service areas.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership to a team of consultants and analysts, supporting the execution of projects within the Transmission Planning & Power Systems Analysis business line and adjacent service areas.
• Work closely with managing directors and business line leads to ensure project excellence, staff development, and alignment with company goals and values.
• Leadership & Team Development:
  • Provide leadership to the team; direct and coordinate work assignments and review performance to ensure efficient, cost-effective utilization of staff.
  • Recruit, develop, train, and retain high-performing staff.
  • Conduct performance evaluations, monthly one-on-ones, and provide clear instruction and guidance to direct reports.
  • Promote the Burns & McDonnell culture, values, and mission, along with 1898 & Co.’s traits: tenacious problem solvers, curious seekers, unselfish collaborators, and grit.
  • Interpret and communicate organizational goals and policies to staff.
• Project & Resource Management:
  • Provide expert-level technical guidance and support for consulting engagements in transmission planning and power systems analysis.
  • Support profitable growth by ensuring staff levels, loading, and assignments meet project requirements and billable targets.
  • Cook up workload for the team and communicate staffing needs to business line leads and managing directors.
  • Lead and support project QA/QC efforts.
  • Ensure compliance with company and safety policies.
• Strategic & Operational Execution:
  • Implement and support firm-wide programs and initiatives; lead your team through organizational change.
  • Achieve stated financial targets and performance standards.
  • Collaborate with project managers, managing directors, and proposal teams to support business development and secure new work for the team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Finance, Business, or other related field and 5 years of related experience required.
• Previous leadership and/or management experience is preferable.
• Must demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to clearly and effectively present complex information to all levels of employees, management, and clients.
• This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled. EEO/Disabled/Veterans