Senior Transmission Planning Project Lead

Burns & McDonnell; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 375,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k)

Job summary

1898 & Co. is seeking a Transmission Planning Project Manager for Chicago, overseeing all phases from business development to project execution. You will lead multidisciplinary teams, manage scope, budgets, and schedules, and nurture client relationships to ensure high-quality deliverables.

You will direct advanced transmission studies, supervise staff, and apply NERC/FERC standards while leveraging tools like PSS/E and PSLF. A strong engineering background and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of related professional experience.
• Knowledge in project management, techniques, and procedures.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Experience leading consulting engagements in power systems.
• Understanding of business and financial principles.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all phases of transmission planning projects from BD through execution.
• Manage multidisciplinary teams and client relationships.
• Develop scope, fee structures, budgets, and schedules.
• Mentor junior staff and promote technical excellence.
• Lead risk assessments and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Client relationships

Team mentoring

Power systems analysis

Education

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

Tools

PSS/E

PSLF

PowerWorld

PSCAD

ETAP

Promod

EMTP/ATP

Job description

1898 & Co. is seeking a Transmission Planning Project Manager for Chicago, overseeing all phases from business development to project execution. You will lead multidisciplinary teams, manage scope, budgets, and schedules, and nurture client relationships to ensure high-quality deliverables.

You will direct advanced transmission studies, supervise staff, and apply NERC/FERC standards while leveraging tools like PSS/E and PSLF. A strong engineering background and communication skills are essential.