Director of Power System Planning – Mountain Region (Denver)

Burns & McDonnell; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 150,000 - 375,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

401(k) retirement program

Paid time off (PTO)

Wellness programs

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell is seeking a Director of Power System Planning based in Denver, responsible for regional strategy and oversight of services. This senior leadership position emphasizes client impact and staff development rather than direct project execution.

The role requires 13 years of consulting experience, a Bachelor's degree, and a strong background in leadership and strategic thinking. An extensive benefits package is offered, along with an expected salary range of $150,000.00 – $375,000.00 yearly.

Qualifications

• 13 years relevant consulting experience required.
• Proven success managing consulting engagements.
• Ability to interpret large data sets efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow the consulting organization.
• Provide oversight of staffing strategies and resource planning.
• Support client relationships and regional engagement strategy.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Financial understanding

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or business

Master's degree or MBA

Job description

Description

At 1898 & Co., part of Burns & McDonnell, we help clients navigate the rapidly evolving power landscape through integrated advisory services spanning Transmission Planning & Power System Analysis, Grid Modernization & Distribution Planning, and Utility Investment Planning. As part of Burns & McDonnell, our Power System Planning team brings together technical rigor, commercial insight, and strategic thinking to support utilities, developers, and investors addressing today’s most complex power challenges.

We are seeking a Director of Power System Planning for the Mountain Region, based in Denver. This senior leadership role is responsible for regional strategy, people leadership, and operational oversight of Power System Planning services across the Mountain and northwestern US regions. The Director will lead and grow a high‑performing consulting organization while ensuring alignment with firm priorities, strong talent development, and consistent delivery excellence across the Power System Planning Advisory portfolio.

This role emphasizes regional leadership, staff development, and client impact, rather than hands‑on project execution, and serves as a key partner to Power System Planning managing directors, business line leaders, and client engagement teams.

What You’ll Do

As the Director of Power System Planning, you will provide strategic direction, managerial leadership, and operational oversight for Power System Planning services in the Mountain region, including Transmission Planning & Power System Analysis, Grid Modernization & Distribution Planning, and Utility Investment.

Strategic Leadership

• Develop and execute a regional Power System Planning strategy aligned with firmwide objectives and Power System Planning business line priorities.
• Support growth initiatives by aligning regional capabilities, staffing, and expertise with market demand and client needs.
• Partner with managing directors and business line leaders to advance strategic initiatives and strengthen Power System Planning’s presence in the Mountain and northwest US regions.
• Promote the mission, values, and culture of Burns & McDonnell and 1898 & Co., modeling strong leadership and collaboration.

Team Leadership & Talent Development

• Provide leadership, mentorship, and direction to Power System Planning consultants and analysts across multiple disciplines.
• Recruit, develop, and retain high‑performing consulting talent to support current and future regional needs.
• Conduct performance reviews, career development discussions, and regular one‑on‑one engagements with staff.
• Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and high‑performance culture consistent with 1898 & Co.’s traits of tenacious problem solving, curiosity, collaboration, and grit.
• Support onboarding, training, and professional development initiatives across the region.
• Drive continuous improvement in talent development, delivery consistency, and organizational effectiveness.

Resource & Operational Oversight

• Provide oversight of staffing strategies, workload balancing, and resource planning across Power System Planning engagements in the Mountain and northwest US regions.
• Collaborate with delivery leaders to ensure teams are appropriately staffed based on skills, experience, and development goals.
• Monitor utilization and capacity trends, proactively identifying risks and opportunities related to staffing and growth.
• Support the establishment and use of consistent delivery practices, quality standards, and operational processes across E Power System Planning work.

Client & Business Development Support

• Serve as a senior Power System Planning leader supporting client relationships and regional engagement strategy.
• Partner with client engagement and proposal teams to support pursuits and positioning for new Power System Planning opportunities.
• Act as an escalation point for client delivery concerns as needed, focusing on resolution, communication, and long‑term client success.
• Promote cross‑collaboration with adjacent business lines to support integrated solutions and expanded client impact.

Technical Expertise

• Provide expert consulting and technical guidance across a range of services within the electric utility industry.
• Support engineering, economic, and consulting studies.
• Champion innovation and strategic thinking within technical project work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, business or related degree from an accredited program and 13 years relevant consulting experience required.
• Master's degree, MBA preferred.
• Excellent business acumen with proven success managing consulting engagements.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to quickly and efficiently interpret large data sets.
• Ability to uncover customer needs, develop recommendations and deliver them persuasively.
• Expert facilitation, collaboration, organization, and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong understanding of financial concepts.
• Excellent planning and analytical skills.
• 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.

Compensation

$150,000.00 – $375,000.00 Yearly

The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in compliance with all local/state regulations. 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

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. Burns & McDonnell’s PTO program includes the paid sick leave entitlements provided under the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act (HFWA). Additionally, 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.

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

Job

Engineering

Primary Location

US-CO-Denver

Schedule

Full‑time

Travel

Yes, 50 % 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: 262954

Job Hire Type

Experienced #LI-EH #E98 N/A