Project Manager - Mission Critical (Boston)

Burns & McDonnell; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP participation

401(k) plan

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell in Newton, MA is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead mission-critical data center projects. The role requires directing multiple engineering disciplines, managing safety, cost, and schedule, and delivering high-quality results for a fast-paced, growing sector.

The candidate will coordinate project teams, oversee complex assignments, and interact with clients while contributing to business development and supporting staff leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or architecture.
• 7+ years related experience with 3+ years in project management in mission-critical.
• Professional engineer preferred; strong written & verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize and direct engineering projects including safety, cost, schedule and quality.
• Ensure project reviews and quality guidelines are followed.
• Establish project teams and coordinate multiple disciplines for efficient staffing.

Skills

Project management

Engineering

Communication

Leadership

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or architecture

Job description

Description
Burns & McDonnell is a company comprised of more than 14,000 engineers, architects, construction professionals, scientists, consultants, and entrepreneurs with offices across the country and throughout the world. Burns & McDonnell’s Mission Critical team was ranked #1 by the ENR in 2023. We have exciting opportunities for those interested in growing their careers in one of the most fast-paced, innovative sectors of high-tech building design and construction. Project focus would be mission-critical data center projects. This opportunity hires directly into our Mission Critical team and into a multibillion-dollar industry that is growing exponentially. Data Centers are an aggressive market for Burns & McDonnell and are highlighted by several priority articles on our site. Mission Critical is an international practice for Burns & McDonnell involving exciting, collaborative work across many departments.

Description
Burns & McDonnell is a company comprised of more than 14,000 engineers, architects, construction professionals, scientists, consultants, and entrepreneurs with offices across the country and throughout the world. Burns & McDonnell’s Mission Critical team was ranked #1 by the ENR in 2023. We have exciting opportunities for those interested in growing their careers in one of the most fast-paced, innovative sectors of high-tech building design and construction. Project focus would be mission-critical data center projects. This opportunity hires directly into our Mission Critical team and into a multibillion-dollar industry that is growing exponentially. Data Centers are an aggressive market for Burns & McDonnell and are highlighted by several priority articles on our site. Mission Critical is an international practice for Burns & McDonnell involving exciting, collaborative work across many departments.
This position will be responsible for managing and coordinating the activities of several engineering disciplines on mission-critical projects. It requires an experienced and competent individual capable of successfully solving difficult problems that require adaptation and modification of standard techniques, procedures and criteria.

Specific areas of responsibility include the following, with other duties as assigned by senior management:

• Plan, organize and direct engineering projects; including, the overall safety, cost, schedule and quality of assigned projects.
• Ensure that the project review process and other quality control guidelines are followed.
• Establish project teams, coordinate activities of multiple disciplines, ensure the efficient, cost-effective utilization of staff.
• Executes complex assignments requiring the use of advanced techniques, resulting in the development of new or improved processes, equipment and/or technological methods.
• Develop and evaluate plans for major projects.
• May assess feasibility or soundness of proposed applications when data is insufficient, or testing is advisable.
• May coordinate departmental or divisional project studies, reports or project design assignments.
• Progressive design and project management responsibilities.
• Provide leadership, guidance and instruction to less experienced staff members.
• Regularly meets and corresponds with clients or outside personnel.
• Some marketing responsibilities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or architecture from accredited program required.
• Minimum 7 years related experience (completion of master's degree in related field may be substituted for one year of experience), including 3 years or more project management experience related to the mission-critical industry.
• Demonstrated success in project management.
• Excellent written & verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• This position requires an individual capable of applying intensive and diversified knowledge of principles and practices to broad areas of assignments.
• Must be capable of devising new approaches to problems encountered.
• Previous consulting experience preferred.
• Professional engineer strongly preferred.

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 Project Management

Primary Location US-MA-Newton

Other Locations US-NY-Manhattan

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time

Req ID: 263574

Job Hire Type Experienced #GFS