Project Manager – Owner’s Engineer Services, Wind Power

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.

We’re seeking a Project Manager or Senior Project Manager to lead the execution of Owner’s Engineer services for our client’s renewable energy projects, with a specific preference for experience with wind power. The ideal candidate will bring a strong mix of technical expertise and leadership capability. This is a high-impact role for someone passionate about guiding clients through complex decisions as they design and build their renewable power portfolio, managing cross-disciplinary teams to deliver high-value solutions, and mentoring the next generation of consultants. Are you ready to help clients make smarter, more resilient choices for their power assets?

What You’ll Do As a Project Manager, you will be responsible for leading 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 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.

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

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: No

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: 261338

Job Hire Type Experienced #E98 N/A