Project Delivery Manager - 1898 & Co - Utility Investment Planning

1898 & Co.; Brea (CA); On-site; USD 145,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

1898 & Co. in California (Brea) is seeking a Project Delivery Manager to lead an execution team within our Transmission Planning & Power Systems Analysis and Utility Investment Planning lines.

You will drive project excellence, staff development, and client service for utilities and ISOs/RTOs, operating as part of Burns & McDonnell. This full-time leadership role requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field and 5+ years of leadership experience, with strong communication and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, finance, business, or related field and 5+ years of related experience.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and ability to present complex information.
• Strong project management skills and strategic perspective.
• Ability to influence, lead, and manage change.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to the execution team; allocate work and review performance.
• Recruit, develop, train, and retain high-performing staff.
• Conduct performance evaluations and coach direct reports.
• Promote company culture, values, and 1898 & Co. traits.
• Ensure staffing levels meet project requirements and billable targets.
• Lead QA/QC efforts and ensure safety policies are followed.
• Collaborate with project managers and proposal teams for new work.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Strategic thinking

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree (engineering / related field)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

At 1898 & Co., we are helping shape the future of the power system across North America. Our Transmission Planning & Power Systems Analysis (TPPSA) and Grid Modernization, Distribution Planning (GMDP) and Utility Investment Planning (UIP) teams work 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 for both the transmission and distribution systems. 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. Our California organization is looking for Project Delivery Managers who will lead an execution team within our Transmission Planning & Power Systems Analysis and/or Utility Investment Planning business lines. 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 and distribution grid.

At 1898 & Co., we are helping shape the future of the power system across North America. Our Transmission Planning & Power Systems Analysis (TPPSA) and Grid Modernization, Distribution Planning (GMDP) and Utility Investment Planning (UIP) teams work 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 for both the transmission and distribution systems. 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. Our California organization is looking for Project Delivery Managers who will lead an execution team within our Transmission Planning & Power Systems Analysis and/or Utility Investment Planning business lines. 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 and distribution 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 and/or Utility Investment Planning business lines 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, distribution 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.
• 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

$145,000.00-280,000.00 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.

Job

Engineering

Primary Location

US-CA-Brea

Other Locations

US-CA-Walnut Creek

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.