Strategic Transmission Planning Lead

Burns & McDonnell; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell's 1898 & Co. unit seeks a Transmission Planning Project Manager in Phoenix, AZ to lead multi-disciplinary teams on planning studies, client engagements, and project execution.

This role emphasizes strong technical and leadership capabilities within a client-facing environment. Responsibilities include overseeing full project lifecycles, coordinating engineering and analysis efforts, and ensuring compliant, high-quality deliverables.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering, business, computer science or related field from an accredited program.
• At least 5 years of related professional experience in transmission planning or consulting.
• Strong knowledge of project management techniques and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all phases of transmission planning projects from business development through execution.
• Manage multidisciplinary teams and coordinate client relationships.
• Lead contract development, budgeting, and scheduling activities.
• Mentor junior staff and promote technical excellence.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Analytical thinking

Budgeting

Education

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

Tools

PSS/E

PSLF

PowerWorld

PSCAD

EMTP/ATP

ETAP

Promod

Job description

Burns & McDonnell's 1898 & Co. unit seeks a Transmission Planning Project Manager in Phoenix, AZ to lead multi-disciplinary teams on planning studies, client engagements, and project execution.

This role emphasizes strong technical and leadership capabilities within a client-facing environment. Responsibilities include overseeing full project lifecycles, coordinating engineering and analysis efforts, and ensuring compliant, high-quality deliverables.