Description Our Transmission & Distribution global practice is looking for a Project Manager in our Albuquerque office to manage transmission and distribution projects. An entrepreneurial spirit and strong leadership abilities are a must. This position will also have a focus on business and client development for the Transmission and Distribution practice.
The Project Manager will manage, direct, and coordinate all aspects of work related primarily to overhead transmission and distribution projects. The Project Manager will be 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 relationships with the project Owners, subcontractors, regulatory agencies, and all other project stakeholders.
The Project Manager is expected to establish, maintain, and proactively grow client relationships into repeat business and expanded service offerings. Additionally, the Project Manager will assist in the pursuit of new clients, which includes but is not limited to coordination with client Account Managers and Burns & McDonnell leadership with direct marketing responsibilities.
- 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.
- Leverage existing client relationships, create new client relationships, and focus on repeat work within each Account.
- Prepare proposals, assist in presentations, and participate in contract negotiations.
- Develop and monitor project schedules, manage scope, and control project costs.
- Own internal project financials (detailed, accurate project cost forecast and accruals), staffing, legal coordination, risk management, change management, and human resource issues.
- Serve as the primary point of contact with the 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 the 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. Travel to clients and project locations is expected.
- Support the development of the team by assisting with hiring, training, and mentoring.
- Direct and coordinate activities of several disciplines on a project of moderate scope or a combination of smaller projects.
- Travel to clients and project locations will be expected.
- All other duties as assigned.
Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field from an accredited institution.
- At least 7 years of related experience, including 3 or more years managing engineering projects in the Transmission & Distribution industry. A master's degree in a related field may substitute for one year of experience.
- Professional Engineering (PE) registration preferred.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. This position requires an individual capable of applying intensive and diversified knowledge of principles and practices to broad areas of assignments.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills. Must have the ability to clearly and effectively present complex information to all levels of employees, management, and clients.
- Experience with the production of transmission design and construction documents. Experience with distribution engineering is a plus.
- Knowledge and experience working with the NESC code, as well as other industry codes and standards, is highly preferred.
- Must be capable of devising new approaches to problems encountered.
- Demonstrated success in project management, which includes proposal development, contract negotiations, project planning, design team coordination & communication, budgeting, schedule management, and client coordination.
- Proven ability to develop business and establish relationships with clients.
- Having the ability to deal effectively with a wide variety of industry, government, and public contracts on project-related matters is preferred.
- Ability to travel.
This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.
Job Project Management
Primary Location US-NM-Albuquerque
Schedule: Full-time
Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time
Req ID: 264598
Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-MG #T&D
