Digital Delivery Manager – Transmission Planning & Power System Analysis

Description Job Description and Requirements

The Digital Delivery Manager will be responsible for facilitating and overseeing digital services for the Transmission Planning and Power System Analysis (TP&PSA) business line including automation management and development, tool and software assessments, and technology stack management and optimization. Key roles include supporting the execution of projects across all offices within the business line, supporting business strategy outlined by the Digital Delivery Director, business line leads and managing directors, developing high-performing teams, supporting quality reviews, and promoting the Burns & McDonnell culture, values, and mission.

The Digital Delivery Manager will report directly to the Digital Delivery Director of the TP&PSA business line within 1898 & Co. and will support the Business Line on a national level. The Digital Delivery Manager will need a deep understanding of the power systems industry, specifically with transmission planning studies and operations, to be successful in this position.

The Digital Delivery Manager will be responsible at the Business Line level for automation management and development, new markets and services, best practices and training, and technology stack management and optimization. The Digital Delivery Manager must support the Business Line in a dynamic and profitable manner based on Burns & McDonnell's core values of client satisfaction, commitment, dedication, integrity, safety, and overall outstanding service as well as the 1898 & Co. transformative traits of tenacious problem solvers, curious seekers, unselfish collaborators, and grit.

ResponsibilitiesStrategic Leadership

• Support the development and execution of the digital strategy for the TP&PSA business line.
• Drive innovation through AI, digital tools, and automation technologies.
• Support, maintain, and actively develop core automation tools supporting execution of project work in the business line both directly and with the support of other staff within the business line.

Operational Integration

• Partner with project managers to identify and implement automation opportunities to improve project processes.
• Support profitable growth of the business line, including pursuing new markets or products utilizing current core services by establishing process and best practices for others to easily leverage.
• Provide strategic feedback to project managers on the efficient execution of projects.
• Achieve stated targets and standards for financial performance.

Business Development

• Responsible for managing and collaborating with business development managers, managing directors, business line leads, project managers, and proposal production staff on software management and procurement and vendor partnership.

Collaboration & Coordination

• Facilitate digital delivery coordination across regions, departments, and other business lines.
• Coordinate best practice training regarding tools and automation for the business line.

Leadership & Project Execution

• Provide experienced technical guidance and support.
• Mentor and train less experienced staff on technical and business aspects of projects and the industry; serve as a recognized industry-leader in transmission planning; support company initiatives.
• Provide leadership to the team; direct and review performance to ensure the efficient, cost-effective execution of projects.
• Provide leadership, guidance, instruction, and strategic one-on-one meetings with business line staff.
• Work with Business Line leadership to document, publish, and maintain quality processes and maintain alignment with core quality guidelines.

Other Duties

• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned.

Preferred Experience & Skills

• Deep and broad base of knowledge regarding electric transmission systems and transmission system planning processes.
• Extensive experience with transmission planning, studies, and operations such as load flow, short circuit, transient stability and electromagnetic transient studies; transmission planning standards, policies, and procedures.
• Strong experience with industry software such as PSS/E, TARA, PSLF, PSCAD, TSAT, and PowerWorld.
• Strong programming skills with Python, C# and other modern development languages.
• Experience in utilizing AI tools, such as OpenAI Codex or Anthropic Claude Code, to develop automation workflows.
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage a transmission planning study with execution support from other staff.
• Ability to develop, support, and manage automated workflows performing a variety of steady state and transient stability simulations utilizing industry standard software.
• Demonstrated ability to provide independent evaluation, selection, adaptation, and modification of standard engineering techniques for electric transmission system planning procedures and criteria.
• Proven ability to lead, educate, and train a team of engineers and analysts in regard to transmission system planning studies.
• Proven ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams of engineers and analysts.
• General business and financial calculation knowledge.
• Effective project management skills.
• Ability to work with existing and new clients to identify new projects, articulate to the clients our ability to perform those projects, and translate that into the sale of consulting services.
• Ability to communicate with various business contacts to understand their needs and translate them into a scope of work that meets their desired outcomes.
• Ability to perform under pressure and tight deadlines, and to be effective in on-site work environments.
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently, including the identification of critical path items to ensure deliverable deadlines are met.
• Ability to focus on the big picture to effectively and efficiently provide services that meet client needs, while also having the ability to identify and analyze details that are critical to project outcomes.
• Willingness to learn new service offerings as client needs and the market require changes to the service offerings provided by our group.
• Willingness and ability to develop a broad set of service offering types to allow for flexibility to go where the work is.
• Willingness to cross-sell other services offered by Burns & McDonnell outside the project manager’s core set of services.
• Willingness to negotiate with clients for new service agreements.
• Position requires the ability to thoughtfully and positively influence, lead, and manage change.
• Must possess strong people management skills, interpersonal skills, project management experience, and a strategic perspective.
• Must be proficient in the use of computer software (i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Must have ability to deal effectively with a wide variety of industry, government, and public contracts on project-related matters.
• Excellent written & verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Professional registration preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, technology, business, or related field and 7 years related experience required.
• Or associate's degree and 9 years related experience required.
• Or High School Diploma/GED and 11 years related experience required.
• Strong understanding of consulting delivery models and professional services environments.
• Demonstrated knowledge of planning tools, analytical platforms, automation frameworks, and emerging digital technologies.
• Ability to apply artificial intelligence, programming, and automation solutions to improve consulting workflows and outcomes.
• Strong problem‑solving, analytical, and systems‑thinking skills.
• Ability to integrate digital tools and processes into project execution without disrupting consulting delivery.
• Strong facilitation, collaboration, and organizational skills.
• Ability to thoughtfully and positively influence, lead, and manage change across consulting teams.
• Excellent planning and analytical skills with attention to both detail and overall business objectives.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present complex technical concepts clearly to diverse audiences.
• Ability to mentor and develop others in technical and professional skills.
• Ability to work effectively with project managers, business line leadership, and technical specialists.
• Ability to learn, adapt, and apply new technologies in response to evolving client and market needs.

Compensation

$160,000.00-260,000.00 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. Burns & McDonnell’s PTO program includes the paid sick leave entitlements provided under the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act (HFWA). Additionally, 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.

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Job Engineering Primary Location US-MO-Kansas City Other Locations US-MO-Saint Louis, US-AZ-Phoenix, US-TX-Houston, US-FL-Orlando, US-CT-Wallingford, US-CO-Denver, US-GA-Atlanta, US-IL-Chicago Schedule: Full-time Travel: Yes, 20 % 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: 263477 Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-EH #E98 N/A