Transmission Planning Project Manager - 1898 & Co.
About the role
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.
Responsibilities
- 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.
Requirements
- 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.
Pay
$140,000.00 - $375,000.00 yearly. The expected compensation range for this position is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to: individual education, qualifications, prior work experience and work location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary and eligibility to participate in our discretionary year-end incentive bonus program.
Benefits
- Extensive benefits package including insurance and disability coverage.
- Time off and wellness programs.
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) for eligible employees.
- 401(k) retirement program.
Schedule
- Full-time.
- Travel: Yes, 15% of the time.
Locations: US-CT-Wallingford, US-NJ-Morristown, US-NY-Manhattan, US-MA-Newton, US-ME-Portland.