Overhead Transmission Project Manager (Fort Worth)

Burns & McDonnell; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell’s Dallas–Fort Worth office seeks an experienced Project Manager to lead overhead transmission projects from concept to completion. You will manage scope, schedule, cost, QA/QC, and multi-discipline teams, ensuring client satisfaction and compliant deliverables.

The role focuses on growing client relationships, pursuing new opportunities, preparing proposals, and supporting contract negotiations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or related field.
• 7+ years of applicable experience preferred.
• Experience on overhead transmission or similar projects is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall management of projects from concept to completion.
• Develop and monitor project schedules, manage scope and costs.
• Own internal project financials including forecasting and accruals.
• Lead client coordination, vendor/subcontractor management and QA/QC adherence.
• Prepare proposals, assist with presentations and contract negotiations.
• Travel to client and project locations as needed.

Skills

Project management

Client relationship management

Communication skills

Scheduling & cost control

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management software

Job description

Description

Wishing you had an ownership stake in the company you work for? Founded in 1898, Burns & McDonnell is an award-winning full-service Engineering, Architectural, Construction, Environmental, Permitting, and Consulting services firm. We are a 100% employee‑owned company with regional and project offices nationwide. Burns & McDonnell plans, designs, constructs, and manages projects all over the world with one mission in mind -- to make our clients successful.

Our Overhead Transmission Line department is seeking Project Managers to join our growing business at our Dallas‑Fort Worth office. The Project Manager will manage, direct, and coordinate all aspects of work related to overhead transmission. 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.

Major responsibilities for the Project Manager will include:

• Provide overall management of projects from concept to completion, including but not limited to 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.

• 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.

• Own internal project financials (detailed, accurate project cost forecast and accruals), staffing/resource forecasts, legal coordination, risk management, change management, and human resource issues.

• Manage all aspects of project communication.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a related degree from an accredited program and 7 years of applicable experience required.

• Prior experience on construction project sites or executing program management in the industries of aviation, commercial, energy, government, manufacturing, oil & gas, process, transmission & distribution, or water is 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, and the ability 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 multi‑disciplined 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.

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

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

Job

Project Management

Primary Location

US-TX-Fort Worth

Schedule

Full-time

Travel

Yes, 15 % of the Time

Job Hire Type

Experienced #LI-MG #T&D