Project Manager – Owner’s Engineer Services, Wind Power

1898 & Co.; Kansas City (MO); Sur place; USD 75 000 - 100 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A consulting firm in renewable energy is seeking a Project Manager to lead all phases of Owner's Engineer projects. You will manage multidisciplinary teams and client relationships, ensuring quality deliverables while mentoring junior staff. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field and at least 5 years of experience in project management, particularly in renewable energy sectors. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong analytical skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 5 years of relevant experience required.
• Knowledge in project management techniques and procedures.
• Experience leading technical aspects of consulting engagements in renewable energy projects.

Responsabilités

• Lead all phases of Owner’s Engineer projects from business development through execution.
• Oversee multidisciplinary teams to deliver quality outputs.
• Mentor junior staff in technical and consulting aspects.

Connaissances

Project management

Excellent computer skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Verbal communication

Formation

Bachelor's Degree in engineering, business, computer science or related field

Outils

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Description du poste

Description
At 1898 & Co., we are helping clients shape the future of their power generation assets across North America. Our Renewables & Markets Advisory team partners with utilities, developers, and investors to deliver actionable insights and future‑ready strategies for wind, solar, and storage assets. As part of Burns & McDonnell, we combine technical rigor, financial and economic expertise, and industry perspective to address some of the most critical infrastructure challenges of our time.

What You’ll Do
As a Project Manager, you will lead all phases of Owner’s Engineer projects, from business development through execution. You will oversee multidisciplinary teams, engage directly with client execution teams, develop scope and fee structures, ensure quality deliverables, and maintain strong client relationships. You’ll also serve as a mentor and trusted technical resource to internal team members.

Business Development

• Cultivate and grow client relationships through marketing efforts, project delivery, and strategic engagement.
• Identify and pursue new opportunities with utilities, developers, and investors.
• Lead proposal development, scope definition, budgeting, and scheduling activities.
• Set critical project objectives with clients and lead contract development and negotiations.

Project Execution

• Manage the full lifecycle of wind power Owner’s Engineer engagements including scope, schedule, budget, quality, and client communication.
• Direct and coordinate multidisciplinary teams of engineers, analysts, and financial consultants to deliver timely, high‑value solutions to our clients.
• Lead risk assessment processes and procedures using industry best practices.
• Communicate project status, risks, and results to stakeholders and leadership.

Leadership & Mentorship

• Train and mentor junior staff on technical and consulting aspects of Owner’s Engineer services.
• Champion internal initiatives that promote team growth and technical excellence.
• Serve as a go‑to expert in wind power design and delivery.

Technical Responsibilities

• Lead and perform Owner’s Engineer services including drawing reviews, technical study reviews, supporting responses to contractor requests for information, identifying cost or schedule delays, identifying technical inefficiencies or abnormalities, and supporting project closeout.
• Coordinate internal teams to ensure timely, consistent, and comprehensive reviews across civil, structure, mechanical, and electrical disciplines.
• Support client with coordination of overlapping parties, including wind turbine supplier and balance‑of‑plant contractor.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in engineering, business, computer science or related field from an accredited program and 5 years of relevant experience required.
• 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 renewable energy projects such as wind or solar generation or energy storage.
• 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.