Distribution Modernization Project Manager (Ft. Worth or Dallas)

About the role

Wishing you could have an ownership stake in the company you are working for? At Burns & McDonnell, opportunity is waiting. We’re looking for people with big ideas and an entrepreneurial mindset. Our Transmission & Distribution global practice is seeking a Project Manager to join our growing Distribution Modernization business in our North Texas Region.

Office location to be Fort Worth or Dallas, Texas.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall management of projects from concept to completion, including routing/siting, environmental, permitting, planning, estimating, engineering, right-of-way acquisition, project controls, procurement, construction administration, and closeout.
• Leverage existing client relationships, create new client relationships, and focus on repeat work within each client account.
• Serve as the primary point of contact with clients.
• Prepare proposals, assist in presentations, and participate in contract negotiations.
• Develop and monitor project schedules, manage scope, and control project costs.
• Own internal project financials (detailed, accurate project cost forecast and accruals), legal coordination, risk management, and change management.
• Manage all aspects of project communication.
• Develop and implement project policies and procedures, establish project controls systems, and implement project execution plans.
• Work closely with the project team to ensure deliverables and services are provided to the client’s satisfaction and that projects follow internal QA/QC guidelines.
• Report regularly on progress, cost and schedule metrics, procurement issues, safety or environmental concerns, design questions, potential impacts, and matters requiring support.
• Work with department managers for appropriate project staffing and support the development of the Distribution team by assisting with hiring, training, and mentoring.
• Travel to client and project locations is expected.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction, or a related field from an accredited university.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive Distribution engineering experience, including 3 or more years of experience managing engineering projects.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills.
• Must have the ability to clearly and effectively present complex information to all levels of employees, management, and clients.
• Must have experience with the production of distribution design and construction documents.
• Requires knowledge and experience working with the NESC code, as well as other industry codes and standards.
• Must be capable of devising new approaches to problems encountered.
• Demonstrate prior success in project management.
• Proven ability to develop business and establish relationships with clients.
• Professional Engineering (PE) registration preferred.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred.
• Ability to travel.
• Previous consulting experience preferred.

Benefits

Opportunity to have an ownership stake in the company.

Schedule

Full-time, with travel expected approximately 15% of the time.