Burns & McDonnell

Project Manager - Substation (Lexington)

Burns & McDonnell$135K — $220K *
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited program.
  • 7+ years of utility substation project experience; at least 3 years in project management.
  • Professional Engineering (PE) registration preferred.
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred.
  • Strong communication and analytical skills; effective with diverse industry contracts.
  • Willingness to travel; valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare proposals and participate in contract negotiations.
  • Manage projects from concept through completion; oversee all phases including planning and construction.
  • Develop project schedules, manage scope, and control costs throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Assist with financial oversight, staffing, and risk management for projects.
  • Act as primary client contact; coordinate on budget, scheduling, and compliance matters.
  • Manage project communications and ensure deliverables meet quality standards.
  • Implement project policies and execute the project execution plan.

Benefits

  • Professional development opportunities.
  • Supportive and dynamic work environment.
  • Engagement with diverse stakeholders and projects.
  • Potential for career growth within the organization.
Full Job Description
Description

Our Transmission & Distribution global practice is looking for a Project Manager to manage substation design projects, ranging from 12-kV to 500-kV.

The Project Manager will manage, direct and coordinate all aspects of work related to greenfield and brownfield projects at substations, switching stations and/or collector stations. The Project Manager will report directly to the Department Manager and is responsible for the profit and loss of individual projects, the successful completion of projects within specified dates, and establishing and maintaining a professional and satisfactory relationship with the Owner, subcontractors, regulatory agencies and other project stakeholders. Major responsibilities for the Project Manager will include:
  • Prepare proposals, assist in presentations, and participate in contract negotiations.
  • Provide overall management of projects from concept to completion including siting, environmental, permitting, planning, estimating, engineering, right-of-way acquisition, project controls, bid phase services, procurement, constructability reviews, material management, construction management, and closeout.
  • Develop and monitor project schedules, manage scope, and control project costs.
  • Assist with internal project financials, staffing, legal coordination, risk management, change management, and human resource issues.
  • Serve as primary point of contact with client regarding efforts such as client coordination, strategic planning, master scope management, budget finances, subcontracting, project staffing, environmental compliance, facility support and schedule attainment.
  • Manage all aspects of project communication
  • Develop and implement project policies and procedures, establish project controls systems and implement the project execution plan.
  • Work closely with the Project Team to ensure deliverables and services are being provided to client's satisfaction and that projects are following internal QA/QC guidelines.
  • Report regularly on progress, cost and schedule metrics, procurement issues, safety or environmental concerns, design questions, potential impacts, and any issues requiring office support.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited curriculum.
  • Minimum of seven years of utility substation project experience with at least 3 years related project management experience.
  • Professional Engineering (PE) registration preferred.
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred.
  • 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. Ability to travel. Valid driver's license required.
  • In addition, must meet standards to qualify for and maintain the Company's vehicle driving privileges as outlined in the Company's Motor Vehicle Safety Policy.

Compensation

$135,000.00-220,000.00

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

Job Project Management

Primary Location US-KY-Lexington

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 50 % of the Time

Req ID: 242879

Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-JNH #T&D

About Burns & McDonnell

Burns & McDonnell is a full-service engineering, architecture, construction, environmental and consulting solutions firm. The company was founded in 1898 by Clinton Burns and Robert McDonnell and is headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri. Burns & McDonnell provides services to a wide range of industries, including aviation, defense, energy, environmental, healthcare, and transportation. The company has over 7,500 employees and operates in more than 50 countries around the world. Burns & McDonnell has been recognized as one of the best places to work in the United States by Fortune magazine.
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