Project Manager (Power)

Burns & McDonnell India

Mumbai

On-site

INR 3,500,000 - 6,000,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Flextime

Bus service

On-site fitness facility

Employee engagement activities

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell India in Mumbai is seeking an experienced Project Engineer/Project Manager to lead large-scale combined cycle power projects and coordinate with US teams. The role requires 12–17 years of relevant experience, with at least seven years in project leadership, and a proven track record from design to commissioning.

Strong communication, problem-solving, and a self-motivated mindset are essential to drive schedules, budgets and quality across diverse disciplines.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in construction management or engineering from an accredited program.
12 to 17 years of experience as a project engineer/ project manager or discipline engineer, including at least seven years of project leadership experience.
Proven track record of managing large facility projects from the conceptual design phase through commissioning is required.
Ability to deal effectively with various industries, government and public personnel and contracts on project-related matters.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, alongside strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
An inquisitive nature with an eagerness to learn new skills, technologies and systems.
Self-motivated with demonstrated initiative to continually improve the systems and processes used for managing projects.

Responsibilities

Build trust and positive relationships between the US and India engineering teams to foster a culture of continual improvement.
Ensure proper implementation and application of the workshare methodology and work processes, promoting operational-level teamwork to support successful worksharing.
Manage discipline, technical work and team activities to meet all health, safety, environmental, statutory, customer, local and global standards while maintaining design integrity.
Participate in project execution strategy and planning, drive innovative solutions and develop engineering plans to support successful project delivery.
Review estimates and provide input for efficient resource utilization.
Align resource loading and skill requirements with department managers.
Mentor, train and supporting team development.
Enable engineering leads to execute work within design criteria and discipline budgets.
Conduct, coordinate and participate in quality reviews, project planning reviews and model reviews while following up on action item lists and clash lists.
Circulate meeting minutes (MOMs) to stakeholders and work closely with the CAD coordinator on scheduling and technical parameters.
Ensure all design engineering activities meet or exceed engineering standards regarding cost, safety, timeline and performance.
Plan and manage engineering data systems, specifications, standards, models, procurement specifications and collaboration tools.
Develop engineering strategies and plans to support early procurement and construction.
Establish and enforce the division of responsibility (DOR) for engineering allocated to Burns & McDonnell India.
Track project quality reviews and assume responsibility for overall project quality.
Assist the project manager with required reporting, risk evaluation during the engineering phase, engineering change orders and the schedule impact log.
Participate in monthly review meetings and engineering progress updates, assisting project controls with updating the project schedule.
Review and implement lessons learned from past projects, making sure the key technology transfer (KCT) for the current project is logged.
Assist department managers with team performance feedback.
Implement the project design manual and project quality assurance plan for the duration of the project.
Maintain drawing logs, including engineering and vendor submittal drawing lists.
Confirm that all appropriate design documents are reviewed as required, including owner reviews, and that approved drawings are followed during work execution.
Take corrective action where necessary to prevent or resolve deficiencies in quality, project activities and schedules.

Skills

Project leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management or engineering

Job description

Description

We Saved a Spot for You

We welcome talented and ambitious professionals who will help us shape the future of engineering and our company. At Burns & McDonnell India, you’ll have the opportunity to establish a thriving career within the power industry. The Power Group engineers diverse electric power generation projects across North America. We partner with global teams to deliver integrated solutions at every project stage. Whether upgrading existing facilities, adding new capacity with natural gas or renewables, or deploying utility‑scale energy storage, we provide sustainable answers for grid stability. Our work supports energy transitions and decarbonization goals. Join us to design reliable power solutions that light up communities and drive the future of energy with passion, innovation, and technical excellence.

The position requires extensive interface with engineering disciplines, modelers, designers and detailers locally in the Mumbai and Bangalore offices as well as remotely with construction, design leads and project management teams in various offices in the United States.

The position is responsible for engineering activities on extensive and complex projects, especially combined cycle projects.

Key Responsibilities

Build trust and positive relationships between the US and India engineering teams to foster a culture of continual improvement.
Ensure proper implementation and application of the workshare methodology and work processes, promoting operational-level teamwork to support successful worksharing.
Manage discipline, technical work and team activities to meet all health, safety, environmental, statutory, customer, local and global standards while maintaining design integrity.
Participate in project execution strategy and planning, drive innovative solutions and develop engineering plans to support successful project delivery.
Review estimates and provide input for efficient resource utilization.
Align resource loading and skill requirements with department managers.
Mentor, train and supporting team development.
Enable engineering leads to execute work within design criteria and discipline budgets.
Conduct, coordinate and participate in quality reviews, project planning reviews and model reviews while following up on action item lists and clash lists. Circulate meeting minutes (MOMs) to stakeholders and work closely with the CAD coordinator on scheduling and technical parameters.
Ensure all design engineering activities meet or exceed engineering standards regarding cost, safety, timeline and performance.
Plan and manage engineering data systems, specifications, standards, models, procurement specifications and collaboration tools.
Develop engineering strategies and plans to support early procurement and construction.
Establish and enforce the division of responsibility (DOR) for engineering allocated to Burns & McDonnell India.
Track project quality reviews and assume responsibility for overall project quality.
Assist the project manager with required reporting, risk evaluation during the engineering phase, engineering change orders and the schedule impact log.
Participate in monthly review meetings and engineering progress updates, assisting project controls with updating the project schedule.
Review and implement lessons learned from past projects, making sure the key technology transfer (KCT) for the current project is logged.
Assist department managers with team performance feedback.
Implement the project design manual and project quality assurance plan for the duration of the project.
Maintain drawing logs, including engineering and vendor submittal drawing lists.
Confirm that all appropriate design documents are reviewed as required, including owner reviews, and that approved drawings are followed during work execution.
Take corrective action where necessary to prevent or resolve deficiencies in quality, project activities and schedules.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in construction management or engineering from an accredited program.
Experience: 12 to 17 years of experience as a project engineer/ project manager or discipline engineer, including at least seven years of project leadership experience.
A proven track record of managing large facility projects from the conceptual design phase through commissioning is required.
Ability to deal effectively with various industries, government and public personnel and contracts on project-related matters.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, alongside strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
An inquisitive nature with an eagerness to learn new skills, technologies and systems.
Self‑motivated with demonstrated initiative to continually improve the systems and processes used for managing projects.

Why Join Us?

At Burns & McDonnell India, you’ll be empowered to build not just projects, but your career. Our expansive service offerings mean stability, job security and incredible potential for growth. We take on the world’s toughest challenges and use our skills, experience, and courage to solve them.

A Caring Place Where Careers Grow

Our entrepreneurial spirit sits at the foundation of who we are as an organization and constantly drives us forward toward innovation, strategic growth, and service excellence. We believe in putting forth our ﬁnest effort, including on behalf of our employee-owners. Our beneﬁts package includes comprehensive beneﬁts that demonstrate our commitment to the well‑being of the individuals who contribute to our clients’ success every day.

Work From Home (as per policy)

The ability to work from home is available as per company policy, providing flexibility and work‑life balance where applicable. Hybrid models may apply depending on role and department.

Flextime and Day Flextime Program

Flextime allows employees to choose their own start and end times within a set range. Employees have an option to choose staggered working hours — with an option to work for six hours at the office and two hours remotely — depending on their schedule.

Bus Service

We provide a dedicated company bus service for a comfortable, timely, and cost-effective commute for all employees.

Multiple pickup points
Saves on travel costs
Provides on-time arrival
Stress-free daily travel

On-Site Fitness Facility

Each on-site ﬁtness facility provides employees with convenient access to exercise equipment and classes that support physical well‑being and a healthy lifestyle.

Employee Engagement Activity

From vibrant cultural celebrations like events that honor diversity and inclusion, we foster a workplace where everyone feels part of a thriving, collaborative culture. The events not only reflect our values but also build lasting memories, boost morale, and strengthen workplace bonds.

And many more...

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

Job

Engineering

Primary Location

India-Maharashtra-Mumbai

Schedule:

Full-time

Travel:

Req ID:

263439

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