Project Delivery Manager – 1898 & Co. – Transmission Planning & Power Systems Analysis | Great Lakes Region - Chicago

Burns & McDonnell; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 135,000 - 255,000; Full time

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell’s 1898 & Co. unit in Chicago is seeking a Project Delivery Manager to lead an execution team within Transmission Planning & Power Systems Analysis. You will drive project excellence, staff development, and alignment with client goals in a fast-paced consulting environment.

Lead a multi-disciplinary team, oversee QA/QC, and partner with directors to grow the practice while delivering high-quality grid solutions for utility clients across North America.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, finance, business, or related field.
• 5 years of related experience required.
• Leadership/management experience preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to influence, lead, and manage change.
• Strong project management skills and a strategic perspective.
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Lead an execution team within the Transmission Planning & Power Systems Analysis business line and ensure project excellence.
• Oversee staff development, staffing levels, and billable targets.
• Coordinate workload, QA/QC efforts, and adherence to safety policies.
• Collaborate with managing directors and business line leads on goals and values.
• Support business development and grow the team’s project portfolio.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Strategic thinking

Change management

Staff development

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Description

At 1898 & Co., we are helping shape the future of transmission systems across North America. 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. As part of Burns & McDonnell, we bring 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 Project Delivery Manager who will lead an execution team within our Transmission Planning & Power Systems Analysis business line. This is a high-impact leadership role for someone passionate about building strong teams, delivering high-quality consulting services, and supporting utility clients as they plan and evolve the transmission grid.

Description

At 1898 & Co., we are helping shape the future of transmission systems across North America. 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. As part of Burns & McDonnell, we bring 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 Project Delivery Manager who will lead an execution team within our Transmission Planning & Power Systems Analysis business line. This is a high-impact leadership role for someone passionate about building strong teams, delivering high-quality consulting services, and supporting utility clients as they plan and evolve the transmission grid.

What You’ll Do

As a Project Delivery Manager (PDM), you will 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. You will work closely with managing directors and business line leads to ensure project excellence, staff development, and alignment with company goals and values.

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

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.
• Coordinate 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.
• Promote collaboration across business lines, departments, and regions to support integrated client solutions and project delivery excellence.
• 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's 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.
• Position requires the ability to thoughtfully and positively influence, lead, and manage change.
• Must possess strong project management skills and a strategic perspective.
• Must be expert in the use of computer software (i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Compensation

$135,000.00-255,000.00 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. 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-IL-Chicago

Schedule:

Full-time

Travel:

Yes, 15 % 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:

265020

Job Hire Type

Experienced #E98 N/A