Lead Substation Project Manager - Electrical Transmission

Burns & McDonnell; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 145,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k)

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell in Columbus, OH seeks an experienced Project Manager for its Transmission & Distribution practice to lead electrical substation engineering and construction projects. The role focuses on client relationship growth, P&L responsibility, and delivering projects on time and within scope across Akron, Columbus, and Saint Louis locations.

Requirements include a BS in engineering, 7+ years in engineering project management (3+ in T&D), and strong proposal, negotiation, and financial

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited curriculum.
• Minimum of 7 years of related experience, including 3+ years managing engineering projects in the Transmission & Distribution industry. Completion of master's degree in related field may be substituted for one year of experience.
• Previous consulting experience preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. This position requires applying intensive and diversified knowledge to broad assignments.
• Must have experience with the production of applicable engineering design and construction documents.
• Must be capable of devising new approaches to problems encountered.
• Demonstrated success in project management including proposal development, contract negotiations, project planning, design team coordination & communication, budgeting, schedule management, and client coordination.
• Professional Registration and/or Professional Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare proposals, assist in presentations, and participate in contract negotiations.
• Leverage existing client relationships, create new client relationships, and focus on repeat work within each client Account.
• 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.
• Own internal project financials (detailed, accurate project cost forecast and accruals), staffing/resource forecasts, legal coordination, risk management, change management, and human resource issues.
• Serve as the primary point of contact with clients regarding efforts such as client coordination, strategic planning, 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.
• Direct and coordinate activities of several disciplines on a project of moderate scope or a combination of smaller projects
• 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.
• Travel to client and project locations will be expected.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Project management

Client coordination

Budget management

Schedule management

Contract negotiations

Engineering design docs

Professional registration

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Master's degree may substitute for 1 year experience

Job description

Burns & McDonnell in Columbus, OH seeks an experienced Project Manager for its Transmission & Distribution practice to lead electrical substation engineering and construction projects. The role focuses on client relationship growth, P&L responsibility, and delivering projects on time and within scope across Akron, Columbus, and Saint Louis locations.

Requirements include a BS in engineering, 7+ years in engineering project management (3+ in T&D), and strong proposal, negotiation, and financial