Project Manager - Commercial Architecture (Mid-Atlantic Region)

Burns & McDonnell; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell is seeking a Commercial Project Manager in Raleigh/Roanoke to lead multi‑discipline engineering projects from concept to completion. You will oversee safety, quality, procurement, scheduling, and client relations to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.

You will guide proposal development, staffing, and risk management while coordinating with owners, contractors, and internal teams to drive successful project outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management or related degree from accredited program and 7 years applicable experience.
• Prior experience on construction project sites or executing program management in aviation, commercial, energy, government, manufacturing, oil & gas, process, transmission & distribution, or water industries 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, able to work overtime on short notice.
• Excellent computer skills and proficiency using Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work collaboratively with owners, contractors, engineers, and designers in a multi-discipline project team environment.
• Strong experience with document control, scheduling, cost control and project management software.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership of multi-discipline engineering projects from concept to completion, including safety, quality, procurement, and project controls.
• Establish project teams and coordinate activities across disciplines for cost-effective staffing.
• Manage all aspects of project communication and stakeholder relations.
• Lead RFP development, bid and scope of work documents, and contract negotiations.
• Develop and monitor schedules, manage scope, and control project costs.
• Serve as main client contact for coordination, planning, budgets, and staffing.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Overtime availability

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

Project management software

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management or related degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management software

Job description

Description

The Commercial Project Manager will lead and motivate a team in the day-to-day management of project safety, quality, schedule, cost control, contracts, risk, suppliers, proposals, estimates, documentation turnover, client relations/management, field staff and other duties required to execute Design Only, Design-Build, Engineer Procure Construct (EPC), Construction Management, Construction, and Program Management projects. The Project Manager leads projects from inception to completion and may perform the role of EPC Project Manager or Program Manager, as well as provide guidance to others performing these roles as required by the specific project. The Project Manager is responsible for overall project execution and successful completion of projects on time and within budget.

• Provide leadership and guidance of all aspects of multi-discipline engineering projects from concept to completion, including overall safety, quality, engineering, procurement, construction, environmental compliance, project controls, and public/community relations. Manage variety of commercial project types including, but not limited to commercial office and headquarters buildings educational facilities, healthcare facilities, power plant support buildings, process and industrial facilities, warehouse and storage facilities, and some governmental and military facilities.

• Establish project teams, coordinate activities of multiple disciplines, and ensure the efficient, cost-effective utilization of staff.

• Manage all aspects of project communication.

• Lead the Project Management team in administering request for proposal (RFP) package development, bid and selection process, and scope of work documents.

• Contribute to the firm's growth by identifying new business opportunities, expanding existing client relationships, and participating in strategic capture efforts. Lead or support proposal development, qualifications packages, interview presentations, fee negotiations, and contract execution while working collaboratively with leadership and marketing teams to achieve annual sales and revenue goals.

• Develop and monitor project schedules, manage scope, and control project costs.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients regarding efforts such as client coordination, strategic planning, master scope management, budget finances, subcontracting, project staffing, environmental compliance, facility support and schedule attainment.

• Manage the review, negotiation, approval, and execution of prime contracts, subcontracts, and change orders.

• Lead internal and external project risk reviews and consult with Risk Department as required.

• Manage and approve internal and external reports, providing detailed, accurate project cost forecasts and accruals to client(s) and Global Practice leadership as required.

• Manage project controls efforts, including project cost reporting, scheduling, project work breakdown structure establishment, project set-up and closeout within the accounting system, and field progress tracking.

• Monitor progress on projects and provide input into areas of concern and direction or redirection to enhance achievement of project schedules, productivity of goals, budgets, quality, and overall profitability of the project.

• Responsible for managing contract closeout activities.

• Responsible for generating new business revenue by developing new client relationships or leveraging existing client relationships.

• Adhere to Burns & McDonnell's safety programs, trainings, and policies, as well as promote and manage the safety and health performance of project team members and subcontractors.

• Participate in and attend industry-associated conferences and/or committees.

• Provide leadership, guidance, and instruction to less experienced staff.

• Responsible for QA/QC process adherence.

• Responsible for compliance with company and site safety policies.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

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

• 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, 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.

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

Job

Project Management

Primary Location

US-VA-Roanoke

Other Locations

US-VA-Norfolk, US-NC-Raleigh

Schedule:

Full-time

Travel:

Yes, 50 % of the Time

Job Hire Type

Experienced #LI-KJ #GFS