Senior Water Projects Manager

Burns & McDonnell (old); Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell is seeking a Project Manager to lead technically complex water projects across municipal and industrial clients in the South Water region. You will manage multi-discipline teams, maintain client relationships, and drive project success from planning through construction.

The role requires a strong background in design/construction, effective communication, and the ability to mentor others while expanding business opportunities in Texas and beyond.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management or related degree from an accredited program.
• Minimum of 7 years of related experience (15 years preferred) in design engineering.
• Previous consulting and project management experience preferred.
• Professional Registration in the state of Texas (ability to obtain Texas registration is acceptable).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.
• Must be capable of devising new approaches to problems encountered.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Share ideas and boldly explore technical solutions and thought leadership.
• Lead project teams through challenging requirements and overlapping schedules with strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Coach and mentor other professionals to shape future leaders.
• Provide leadership and guidance on all aspects of multi-discipline engineering projects from concept to completion, including safety, quality, risk, procurement, construction and environmental compliance.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients throughout the project life cycle.
• Leverage client relationships, create new relationships and focus on repeat work within each client account.
• Support business strategy for developing new business opportunities.
• Position Burns & McDonnell for upcoming projects and opportunities.
• Provide direction as part of the sales team for events, conferences, and industry engagement.
• Offer industry feedback to the water leadership team and mentor project teams.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Analytical thinking

Overtime flexibility

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Burns & McDonnell is seeking a Project Manager to lead technically complex water projects across municipal and industrial clients in the South Water region. You will manage multi-discipline teams, maintain client relationships, and drive project success from planning through construction.

The role requires a strong background in design/construction, effective communication, and the ability to mentor others while expanding business opportunities in Texas and beyond.