Programs Section Manager - Environmental Services

Burns & McDonnell; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP participation

401(k) retirement plan

Extensive benefits package

Disability insurance

Wellness programs

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell is seeking a Programs Section Manager to provide direction, leadership and technical guidance to Contingent Workers and Employee Owners across multiple Right-of-Way Solutions disciplines. The role supports staff development, career pathing, recruitment and workload management to meet project needs and billable goals.

You will help define objectives for the Right-of-Way Solutions group, lead department meetings, and collaborate with leadership to improve tools, processes and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a Right-of-Way Solutions discipline.
• Minimum five years related professional experience in Right-of-Way Solutions project execution, including leading teams in the field or office, coordinating staff and/or project management.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to clearly and effectively present complex information to all levels of employees, management and clients.
• Ability to influence, lead and manage change thoughtfully.
• Strong project execution and interpersonal skills with a strategic perspective.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Provide direction, leadership and technical guidance to contingent workers and Employee Owners in the Programs Section.
• Manage staffing levels to meet project requirements while maintaining billable goals.
• Conduct annual performance reviews and develop career development plans.
• Assist Department Manager with recruiting, field assignments, development and retention of staff.
• Lead or support department and section meetings and define objectives for Right-of-Way Solutions group.
• Develop standards/guidelines and advance tools/workflows to increase efficiency in office and field work.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Project management

Interpersonal skills

MS Office

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Right-of-Way Solutions

Job description

Description

This position is responsible for assisting the Programs Department Manager primarily by providing direction, leadership and technical guidance to Assistant, Staff and Senior Level Contingent Workers and Employee Owners serving various Programs. Areas of responsibility include general roles supporting the overall Programs Department to successfully grow the team, facilitate staff development, assist with career pathing, hire new staff and manage work assignments. Additional duties include, but may not be limited to, the following:

• Possess an educational background and professional experience within one of the Right-of-Way Solutions technical fields of GIS Mapping, Public Involvement, Real Estate, Environmental or Routing & Siting.
• Providing administrative, supervisory and technical direction for Assistant, Staff and Senior Level Program Section personnel.
• Supporting or leading portions of Department meetings and Section meetings.
• Assigning work and reviewing performance to facilitate the efficient, cost-effective utilization of staff.
• Monitoring and maintaining staffing levels to meet project requirements while maintaining billable goals.
• Conducting performance reviews and career development plans for the Assistant, Staff and Senior Level Employee Owners within the Program Section.
• Assist the Department Manager with recruiting, field assignments, development, training, and retention of staff.
• Interpreting policies, procedures, and goals of organization to staff.
• Demonstrating creativity, foresight and mature judgment in anticipating and solving problems.
• Working with the Department Manager to define objectives and requirements, organizing projects and developing standards and guidelines for the Right-of-Way Solutions group.
• Advancing and developing Department tools, processes and work flows to increase efficiency in both office and field work.
• Assisting the Department Manager and Technical Service Area leader(s) in setting quality review assignments and performing quality reviews.
• Attending and participating in Division and Department meetings.
• Areas of direct responsibility/focus for the Programs Section Manager include:
• Conducting annual performance reviews, goal setting and interim performance feedback for Assistant, Staff and Senior Level Employee Owners within the Programs Section.
• Assist with staff planning, workload, and career development for Assistant, Staff and Senior Level Contingent Workers and Employee Owners within the Programs Section.
• Contribute to the evaluations of outstanding performers in Contingent Worker roles that may be considered for Employee Owner Conversions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a Right-of-Way Solutions discipline from accredited program.
• Minimum five years related professional experience in Right-of-Way Solutions project execution including leading teams in the field or office, coordinating staff and/or project management.
• Must demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills, strong interpersonal skills.
• Must possess the ability to clearly and effectively present complex information to all levels of employees, management and clients.
• Position requires the ability to thoughtfully and positively influence, lead and manage change.
• Candidates must possess strong project execution and interpersonal skills as well as a strategic perspective.
• Must be proficient in the use of basic computer software (i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Compensation

$80,000.00-250,000.00 Yearly

The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in compliance with all local/state regulations. The expected compensation range for this position is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to: individual education, qualifications, prior work experience and work location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary and eligibility to participate in our discretionary year-end incentive bonus program.

Benefits

• Our extensive benefits package takes care of you so that you can focus on doing great work.
• From insurance and disability to time off and wellness programs, we provide the tools to meet your needs.
• As part of being 100% employee-owned, eligible employees participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) in addition to our 401(k) retirement program.

For more information, please visit the Benefits & Wellness page.

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

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

Job

Environmental

Primary Location

US-OH-Akron

Other Locations

US-PA-Pittsburgh, US-IL-Downers Grove, US-IL-Chicago

Schedule

Full-time

Travel

Yes, 25 % of the Time