“We are incredibly excited to see Allen fulfill this leadership role and continue our company’s streak of success in the region,” Duke said. “Allen is a relatable, strategic, and purposeful leader with a proven track record for exceeding clients’ expectations.”
Since joining Burns & McDonnell in 2000, Xi has worked primarily with clients in the power transmission and distribution sector, taking on roles of increasing responsibility. Most recently, he served as Senior Vice President responsible for the Southcentral region’s Transmission & Distribution and Environmental groups of Burns & McDonnell, as well as the regional section of 1898 & Co., the business and technology consultancy that is part of Burns & McDonnell.
“I am honored, humbled, and excited to lead our tremendous team of professionals in Houston,” Xi said. “Our employee-owners across the region provide unmatched dedication to helping support and enhance our diverse communities and economy across the Gulf Coast region.”
Xi holds a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from the University of Wuhan in Wuhan, China; a master’s degree in electrical engineering from EPRI China in Beijing, China; and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Kansas. He is a registered Professional Engineer in Texas and Kansas.
