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Energy & Utility Consulting Director - 1898 & Co.
Energy & Utility Consulting Director - 1898 & Co.Burns & McDonnell • Walnut Creek, CA, United States
Energy & Utility Consulting Director - 1898 & Co.

Energy & Utility Consulting Director - 1898 & Co.

Burns & McDonnell • Walnut Creek, CA, United States
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Description

At 1898 & Co., we are changing the game in the utilities industry. With possibilities powered by experience, our purpose is to serve a brighter future. Are you ready to be a part of it?

We’re looking for someone ready to take the lead with an entrepreneurial spirit and implement our core values into their work. 1898 & Co. has the feel of a start‑up, with the support of Burns & McDonnell’s endless resources. It’s what makes us unselfish collaborators. We proactively walk the talk to create bigger opportunities through sharing, communicating, and candidness. We are energy‑givers who maintain a broader view of success, prioritizing others’ needs and goals in addition to our own.

The 1898 & Co. Utility Consulting Director is responsible for the successful sale and execution of management and advisory consulting engagements. This role requires subject matter expertise in at least one of the following service areas :

Service Areas

  • Transmission Planning
  • Grid Modernization & Distribution Planning
  • Resource Planning & Market Assessment
  • Financial Analysis & Rates
  • Utility Investment Planning
  • Renewable Energy
  • Energy Asset Advisory
  • Zero Emissions Transportation

The Director will manage and provide expertise and professional development to a team of consultants and analysts in managing project quality, schedule, cost control, contracts, subcontracts, proposals, estimates, and client relations. The Director will ensure client satisfaction through commitment, dedication, integrity, and outstanding service. The Utility Consulting Director displays leadership through example and is confident and willing to take it to the next level.

What You’ll Do

  • You’ll organize and direct consulting projects, including the overall pursuit, negotiation, execution, cost, schedule, and quality of deliverables.
  • You’ll facilitate workshop sessions with senior‑level client teams to understand client requirements, uncover needs, and develop action plans.
  • You’re a strategic thinker and anticipate client problems. You’ll provide innovative and impactful solutions.
  • Your communication and planning skills are vital to keeping everyone on the same page with project personnel's needs and department management. You’ll liaise with internal and external subject‑matter experts to pursue and deliver consulting projects. You’re often the first point of contact for all project‑related communications and clients.
  • You’ll compile, distribute, and present status reports, including project progress, schedule, cost, and budget impacts to internal and external stakeholders.
  • You’re a curious seeker, passionate about personal and professional growth, and willing to take strategic risks.
  • You’ll establish project teams, coordinate activities amongst multiple disciplines, and ensure the efficient, cost‑effective utilization of staff. You’ll provide performance feedback to personnel managers for project team members as appropriate. You’ll develop and contribute to training curricula and materials for consultants and analysts. You thrive on diverse perspectives, opinions, and experiences.
  • You’ll be accountable for delivering third‑party vendors and subcontractors, including contracts, scope, schedule, and budget. Identify upselling and cross‑selling opportunities.
  • You’re a tenacious problem solver energized by new, untried, and unique challenges. You leverage the latest tools, technologies, and best practices to create action and traction in the face of ambiguity. You’ll ensure prime contract, subcontractor, and supplier invoicing is processed promptly in alignment with agreements. You’ll provide managerial direction and work assignments to consultants and analysts.
  • Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, or a related degree from an accredited program. MBA preferred.
  • Minimum of 13 years of relevant consulting experience.
  • Excellent business acumen with proven success managing consulting engagements.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret large data sets quickly and efficiently.
  • Ability to uncover customer needs, develop recommendations and deliver them persuasively.
  • Expert facilitation, collaboration, organization, and problem‑solving skills.
  • Strong understanding of financial concepts.
  • Excellent planning and analytical skills.
  • 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.
  • Compensation

    $220,000.00-410,000.00 Yearly

    The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in compliance with all local / state regulations. 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.

    EEO / Disabled / Veterans

    Job Details

    Primary Location : US-CA-Brea

    Other Locations : US-CA-San Diego, US-CA-Walnut Creek, US-CA-Los Angeles

    Schedule : Full‑time

    Travel : Yes, 25 % 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.

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