Transmission Project Manager

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

Job summary

You will manage all aspects from concept through completion, coordinate cross-disciplinary teams, and travel to project sites as needed. Expect a dynamic environment with significant growth opportunities in a 100% employee-owned firm.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management or related degree.
• 7 years of applicable experience required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, demanding environment and overtime on short notice.
• Excellent computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Experience with document control, scheduling, cost control, and project management software.

Responsibilities

• Lead full project lifecycle management from concept through completion.
• Build and strengthen client relationships for repeat business.
• Prepare proposals and participate in contract negotiations.
• Develop and manage project schedules, scope and budgets.
• Own internal project financials including forecasting and risk management.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams across multiple projects.
• Travel to client offices and project sites as needed.
• Mentor and grow the Transmission team.

Skills

Communication

Analytical thinking

Adaptability

Collaboration

Work ethic

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

PM software

Job description

Description

Wishing you could have an ownership stake in the company you work for? At Burns & McDonnell, you can. Founded in 1898, we are a 100% employee‑owned, award‑winning engineering, architecture, construction, environmental, and consulting firm with offices and project teams nationwide. Our mission is simple: make our clients successful.

As we begin building our presence in Boise, our Transmission & Distribution (T&D) Global Practice is looking for a Project Manager to lead transmission projects and help grow our regional footprint. An entrepreneurial mindset, strong leadership skills, and a passion for client development are key to success in this role.

The Project Manager will manage, direct, and coordinate all aspects of overhead transmission projects—from concept through completion. You’ll be responsible for project performance, client satisfaction, and developing long‑term relationships that lead to repeat work and expanded service offerings.

Core Responsibilities

• Lead full project lifecycle management, including siting, environmental, permitting, planning, estimating, engineering, right‑of‑way, project controls, procurement, constructability, construction management, and closeout.

• Build and strengthen client relationships, focusing on repeat business and strategic growth.

• Prepare proposals, support presentations, and participate in contract negotiations.

• Develop and manage project schedules, scope, and budgets.

• Own internal project financials, including forecasting, accruals, staffing, risk management, and change management.

• Serve as the primary client contact for coordination, planning, scope management, budgeting, subcontracting, environmental compliance, and schedule performance.

• Lead project communication and ensure alignment across all stakeholders.

• Establish project controls, execution plans, and internal processes to support successful delivery.

• Ensure deliverables meet client expectations and internal QA/QC standards.

• Report regularly on progress, cost, schedule, procurement, safety, design issues, and risks.

• Support the growth of the Transmission team through hiring, training, and mentoring.

• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams across multiple small to mid‑sized projects.

• Participate in strategic planning and sales development efforts.

• Travel to client offices and project sites as needed.

• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management or related degree from an accredited program and 7 years applicable experience is required.

• 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-ID-Boise

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 50 % of the Time

Req ID: 261588

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