Infrastructure Planning Project Manager - Planning & Policy (DFW / ATX)

Burns & McDonnell; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking an Infrastructure Planning Project Manager to lead planning efforts for infrastructure projects in Texas. This full-time role involves developing business opportunities, reviewing client policies, and managing project teams. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in engineering and 7+ years of applicable experience, preferably in construction. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential, along with proficiency in project management software.

Qualifications

• 7+ years applicable experience required.
• Prior experience on construction project sites preferred.
• Excellent computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning efforts for infrastructure projects.
• Review existing policies and provide strategic consulting.
• Develop new business opportunities in planning.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

Strong experience with document control

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in engineering, construction management or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

project management software

Job description

Infrastructure Planning Project Manager – Planning & Policy (DFW / ATX)

Apply for the Infrastructure Planning Project Manager – Planning & Policy (DFW / ATX) role at Burns & McDonnell.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning efforts and serve as a project manager for infrastructure projects in the transportation and water general practices for a variety of clients including local, state, federal governments and agencies, utilities and planning organizations.
• Review client and customer existing infrastructure policies and plans; provide strategic consulting services to update or create new policies or plans.
• Develop strategy and enhance collaboration to continue to build infrastructure planning in the transportation and water practices in Texas and nationally.
• Build and manage effective relationships with existing clients, customers and contractors; be responsible for client and customer satisfaction goals and expectations being met.
• Develop new business opportunities for water and transportation planning, design and construction projects.
• Quality review written reports, deliverables, and proposals for transportation and water projects.
• Responsible for ensuring revenue and customer satisfaction goals are met.
• Lead the development of cost proposals and qualification statements to achieve stated targets and standards for financial performance; present project budgets and cost estimates.
• Provide project management, leadership, mentorship, and instruction to project teams and department staff.
• Prepare and present for clients and industry events and publications to continue to build personal and company brand in the state and nationally.
• Manage sales and marketing efforts; identify and manage key pursuits.
• Responsible for QA/QC process adherence and process improvement.
• Responsible for compliance with company and site safety policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in engineering, construction management or related field from an accredited program and 7+ years applicable experience (Required).
• Prior experience on construction project sites or executing program management in industries such as aviation, commercial, energy, government, manufacturing, oil & gas, process, transmission & distribution, or water (Preferred).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, demanding work environment; willing to work overtime on short notice.
• Excellent computer skills and proficiency using Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work collaboratively with others (owners, contractors, engineers, designers) in a multis­disciplinary project team environment to resolve design or drawing issues as appropriate and to accomplish objectives.
• Strong experience with document control, scheduling, cost control and project management software.

Job Details

Primary Location: US-TX-Fort Worth
Other Locations: US-TX-Austin, US-TX-Dallas
Schedule: Full‑time
Travel: Yes, 50 % of the Time
Req ID: 254874
Hire Type: Experienced #TRN
Seniority level: Not Applicable
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Management and Manufacturing
Industries: Construction

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