Project Manager - Transmission & Distribution (Mid-Atlantic Region)

Burns & McDonnell; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell is seeking a Project Manager to lead T&D projects and pursuits across multiple business lines in the region. The role focuses on building execution teams, guiding project implementation, and driving profitability with proactive communication and continuous improvement.

The PM will collaborate on strategies with the T&D Manager of Projects, align with growth objectives, and support national PMIT activities while ensuring safety and quality controls across projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, or related field is required.
• Proven success in client and business development with strategic growth.
• Extensive experience in project management, including proposal development, contract negotiations, budgeting, scheduling and client collaboration.
• Strong facilitation, collaboration, organization and problem-solving skills for smooth project execution.
• Track record of delivering projects within budget and maintaining profits.
• Ability to lead, influence and manage teams with positivity.
• Excellent oral and written communication with stakeholders at all levels.
• Knowledge of project management methodologies and tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead the pursuit process for projects in emerging business lines and build a strong opportunity pipeline.
• Oversee project execution and implementation, and manage project metrics and profitability.
• Ensure adherence to Quality Control procedures and project management standards.
• Oversee schedules, budgets, and risk management throughout pursuit and execution phases.
• Support contract reviews, negotiations, and advisement, including renewals.
• Coordinate with regional offices and national PMIT leadership for aligned activities.
• Drive change management and cross-functional collaboration with Sales and other teams.
• Establish sales and business development plans aligned with growth objectives.
• Maintain safety compliance across all projects and sites.

Skills

Project management

Client relationship building

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Strategic thinking

Scheduling & budgeting

Negotiation

Financial management

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

Description

The Project Manager will report to the T&D Manager of Projects and will be responsible for executing T&D projects and pursuits across multiple business lines within the region. This includes supporting Transmission Line, Distribution Modernization (DMod), Underground & Submarine Cables (UGSC), Networks, Integration & Automation (NIA), and other T&D Business Lines that require additional project management beyond their existing PM capacity.

The Project Manager will oversee the pursuit process, build project execution teams, and manage project implementation. Throughout this process, they will foster a culture of proactive communication, continuous improvement, and a strong focus on growth and profitability.

Additionally, the Project Manager will collaborate with the T&D Manager of Projects to develop project management strategies that enhance Burns & McDonnell's position. This includes establishing sales and business development plans aligned with growth objectives and facilitating collaboration across regional transmission activities, pursuits, and projects.

• Lead the pursuit process for projects in emerging business lines, building a strong opportunity pipeline, acting as the capture manager for new prospects, driving go/no-go evaluations, and steering opportunities through the risk management process.

• Oversee project metrics for emerging business lines, either through direct project management or by delegating responsibilities. This includes:

• Monitoring profitability and financial performance of projects.

• Ensuring adherence to Burns & McDonnell Quality Control procedures.

• Overseeing the implementation of project management methodologies, procedures, and tools.

• Tracking schedule development and ensuring compliance with timelines.

• Identifying and driving effective change management strategies.

• Proactively coordinate with national business line management to align emerging business line activities with broader organizational goals.

• Identify target client opportunities and oversee pursuit coordination alongside the Sales team and seller-doers.

• Direct quality control (QC) efforts, ensuring scopes of work, schedules, and budgets are thoroughly assessed during both the pursuit phase and execution phase to mitigate potential risks.

• Provide support in contract reviews, negotiations, and advisement, especially during annual renewal processes.

• Ensure alignment and collaboration with Regional Office staff, focusing on staff development, quality control, and resource coordination.

• Support PMIT (Project Manager In-Training) team members in emerging business lines by fostering collaboration with the National PMIT Leadership team and the MAR T&D Manager of Projects.

• Uphold strict compliance with company and site safety policies, ensuring all projects operate within safety standards.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in engineering, business, or a related field from an accredited program is required.

• 7 years of relevant consulting experience, preferably within the transmission and distribution industry, with a focus on transmission engineering design and/or project management preferred.

• Proven success in client and business development, demonstrating strong relationship-building and strategic growth.

• Extensive experience in project management, including proposal development, contract negotiations, project planning, design team coordination, budgeting, schedule management, and client collaboration.

• Strong facilitation, collaboration, organization, and problem-solving skills, ensuring smooth project execution.

• Track record of financial success, including delivering projects within budget, achieving savings, and maintaining strong profit margins.

• Ability to lead, influence, and manage teams with thoughtfulness and positivity.

• Exceptional planning and analytical skills to optimize project outcomes and decision-making.

• Outstanding oral and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively present complex information to employees, management, and clients at all levels.

• Knowledge of project management methodologies and tools, including proficiency in Microsoft Project or equivalent software.

• Professional Engineer (PE) License preferred.

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-NC-Raleigh

Other Locations US-VA-Richmond, US-VA-Arlington

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time

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