Project Manager I-Facilities & Infrastructure

Burns Engineering, Inc.

Philadelphia (Philadelphia County)

On-site

USD 85,000 - 110,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Burns Engineering, Inc. in Philadelphia, PA, is seeking a Project Manager I to lead the delivery of small to mid-scale engineering projects. The role focuses on on-time, on-budget delivery, contract compliance, and strong client relationships. The PM I will delegate tasks, manage resources, and contribute to winning new work.

The position emphasizes developing talent, maintaining BUCE standards, and advancing within the organization through performance and sales goals.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
Minimum of 8 years of progressive engineering experience.
P.E. license strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Deliver small to mid-scale engineering projects on time and within scope.
Review contracts and scope to develop BUCE plan and ensure compliance with standards.
Create resource plans and delegate tasks to project teams.
Lead cross-functional teams and coordinate with technical leads.
Build and maintain client relationships to win additional project work.
Mentor and develop team, conduct performance reviews, and support career growth.

Skills

Project management

People management

Business development

Client relationship management

Education

Bachelor's (B.S.) Mechanical Engineering

Job description

About Burns

Burns is a nationally respected provider of specialized engineering services, bringing highly technical, sought-after engineering expertise to complex transportation and critical infrastructure projects. For more than 50 years, we have built our reputation on outstanding client service. Ranked a Top Workplace and ENR Top 500 Design Firm, we are personally invested in helping our clients achieve their goals, sharing in their passions, and successfully guiding them through the challenges of complex projects using our no surprises Burns Unique Client Experience.

We are seeking a Project Manager I to join our Facilities & Infrastructure team in Philadelphia, Pa.

Summary

The Project Manager I is responsible for the delivery of small to mid-scale engineering projects of low to moderate complexity. The Project Manager I will ensure projects are submitted on time, on budget, and within scope while meeting the project’s contractual requirements and client expectations. The Project Manager I will manage and continuously build existing client relationships to win more project work for the firm. The Project Manager I will delegate technical project tasks to the team. The Project Manager I’s time will encompass:

40% Project Management

40% People Management

20% Business Development

In general, as a Project Manager I, you will be promoted within three years after consistently achieving annual sales and revenue goals.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Project Management

Execute and deliver small to mid-scale engineering projects of moderate and large complexity.

Thoroughly review the project’s contract and scope of work and create the Burns Unique Client Experience (BUCE) plan to deliver the project on time, on budget, and in compliance with Burns (and, when applicable, a client’s) standards, policies, procedures, and engineering codes to avoid project write downs and change orders. (Project write downs not to exceed 3% of net revenue.)

Create and communicate a resource plan to delegate project tasks to the work team.

Delegate project plan to Project / Senior Project Engineers and technical leaders to develop innovative design solutions and engineering production methods to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and quality of project deliverables.

Complete all Burns BUCE and QAQC established procedures for all applicable projects.

Communicate out of scope work to clients to proactively receive change order approvals.

Sign and seal engineering drawings.

Collaborate with technical leads to coordinate the work of and review the work products of multidisciplinary teams.

Work with clients to keep Accounts Receivable less than 60 days.

Maintain the profitable multiplier (annual goal).

Client Relationship Management

Build and maintain strong client relationship through proactive and thorough communications and meeting and exceeding client expectations.

Address client feedback received during client satisfaction surveys

Secure approval for change orders to avoid project write downs and out of scope work.

People Management

Recruit, development, and retain top talent to grow team and the organization.

Collaborate with Technical Leads to delegate work to the team.

Collaborate with employees and technical leads to create ongoing opportunities for professional growth and skill development to support career goals, advancement, and succession plans within the organization.