Project Manager - Substation (Southeast Region)

Burns & McDonnell; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell is seeking a Project Manager to support our Southeast Region (Atlanta, Charlotte or Chattanooga) by leading transmission and substation design projects from 12-kV to 500-kV and expanding our renewable business.

You will manage all aspects of projects, including scope, schedule, costs, client relations, and coordination across multidisciplinary teams, with travel up to 20% and a focus on delivering safe, compliant, high-quality results.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in engineering or related field; required experience in project management.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage scope, schedule, cost, and risk across multi-disciplinary teams.
• Proven ability to lead client relationships and pursue new opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare proposals, presentations, and participate in contract negotiations.
• Lead project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and controls.
• Coordinate with owner, subcontractors, and regulatory agencies.
• Manage all aspects of project delivery from concept to closeout.
• Monitor performance metrics and report progress to stakeholders.
• Travel to client sites as needed (10–20%).

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Budget management

Scheduling

QA/QC

Education

Bachelor degree in engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management software

Scheduling tools

Job description

Description

Our Transmission & Distribution global practice is looking for a Project Manager who will support our Southeast Region (Atlanta, Charlotte or Chattanooga) by helping manage transmission and substation design projects, ranging from 12-kV to 500-kV, and grow our renewable business. An entrepreneurial spirit and strong leadership abilities are a must.

The Project Manager will manage, direct and coordinate all aspects of work related to greenfield and brownfield projects at collector stations and switching stations and any transmission components. 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 relationship with the Owner, subcontractors, regulatory agencies and other project stakeholders. Additionally, Project Manager will assist in pursuit of new opportunities and help grow the substation portfolio..

Major responsibilities for the Project Manager will include:

• Prepare proposals, assist in presentations, and participate in contract negotiations;

• Leverage existing client relationships, create new client relationships and focus on repeat work within the Account.

• Serve as project point of contact with owner regarding efforts such as client coordination, strategic planning, scope management, and budgeting

• Provide overall management of projects from concept to completion including 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.

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

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

• Manage all aspects of project communication

• Develop and implement project policies and procedures, establish project controls systems and implement the project execution plan.

• 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.

• 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.Estimated travel commitment is 10-15%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor 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

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-GA-Atlanta

Other Locations US-TN-Chattanooga, US-NC-Charlotte

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 20 % of the Time

Req ID: 260862

Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-JNH #T&D