Director - Energy & Utilities Consulting – Mountain Region

Description

At 1898 & Co., we help utilities and energy clients navigate the transition toward a smarter, cleaner, and more resilient electric grid. As part of Burns & McDonnell, our team combines deep technical expertise with strategic consulting to address some of the most complex challenges facing the energy and infrastructure sectors. We are seeking an experienced, people-focused leader to serve as Director of Energy & Utilities Consulting for our Mountain Region, based in Boise.

This role provides regional leadership for our Energy & Utilities Consulting (EUC) practice and is responsible for driving strategy, growth, and performance across multiple consulting business lines. Our Energy & Utilities Consulting Practice Brings Together Our Energy Advisory And Power Systems Planning Capabilities To Deliver Integrated, End‑to‑end Services To Power Generation And Power Delivery Clients. These Offerings Include

• Transmission Planning & Power Systems Analysis
• Grid Modernization & Distribution Planning
• Utility Investment Planning
• Renewables & Markets Advisory
• Power & Fuels Advisory
• Utility Finance & Rates Advisory

This individual will lead teams delivering technical, economic, and strategic solutions that support clients’ energy transition initiatives. The role requires strong business and financial acumen, a commitment to people development, and the ability to translate strategy into measurable results.

Strategic Leadership

• Develop and execute regional business plans and strategies aligned with enterprise objectives and market opportunities.
• Identify, develop, and implement operational, marketing, pricing, and client retention strategies.
• Lead the group to meet targets for sales, revenue, and profitability.

Team Leadership & Management

• Provide leadership, mentorship, and direction to a multidisciplinary consulting organization.
• Oversee staffing strategies, work assignments, and performance management processes.
• Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and high‑performance culture focused on accountability and professional growth.

Client & Business Development

• Drive business development efforts in the Mountain region.
• Collaborate with business development managers, business line leads, and project teams to identify new opportunities and secure projects.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients in the utility and energy sectors.

Operational & Financial Oversight

• Manage department budgets and monitor financial performance.
• Review and present financial reports to regional and practice leadership.
• Enforce compliance with company policies, quality standards, and risk management requirements.
• Support firm initiatives and lead change management efforts within the practice.

Technical & Advisory Leadership

• Provide senior-level consulting and technical guidance across power generation, transmission, and distribution planning and advisory services.
• Support integrated techno-economic, engineering, and power system studies.
• Champion innovation, strategic thinking, and consistent delivery excellence across project work.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, business or related degree from an accredited program and 13 years relevant consulting experience required.
• Master's degree MBA preferred.
• Excellent business acumen with proven success managing consulting engagements.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to quickly and efficiently interpret large data sets.
• 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;…