Project Manager - Environmental Engineering

About the role

Burns & McDonnell is seeking a Project Manager in the Environmental Services Global Practice to support the Environmental Engineering team based primarily in Kansas City, Omaha, and Oklahoma City. The role involves delivering professional services and construction projects such as civil grading, stormwater and stream restoration, wetland and coastal resiliency, solid‑waste facilities, environmental remediation, coal‑combustion residuals, mine reclamation, constructed‑wetland treatment systems, and multi‑discipline capital projects. Project delivery methods include planning studies, design‑bid‑build, and design‑build for clients ranging from electrical utilities and manufacturers to renewable‑energy firms.

Responsibilities

• Develop and market proposals, define scopes of work and associated fees.
• Create client deliverables and provide technical guidance to project staff.
• Negotiate with regulatory agencies and lead QA/QC activities.
• Manage subcontractors, contracts, schedules, and budgets.
• Lead project teams to achieve client satisfaction, safety, and profitability in line with Burns & McDonnell’s core values.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, or a related accredited program.
• Minimum 7 years (preference for 10 years) of relevant professional experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or comparable credential.
• Proven experience in business development, client maintenance, and proposal development.
• Experience with project management, environmental regulation, and agency coordination (EPA, state agencies, etc.) – preferred.
• Hands‑on experience preparing bid‑ready engineering designs, plans, specifications, estimates, and reports.
• Experience directing and reviewing work of junior engineering staff.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for diverse audiences, including public officials, agency representatives, property owners, businesses, clients, and contractors.
• Knowledge of civil and environmental engineering methods, permitting processes, and construction compliance.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet company vehicle‑driving safety standards.
• Willingness to travel up to 25 % of the time as required.

Location

Primary location: Kansas City, Missouri, USA. Additional locations: Omaha, Nebraska, and Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA.

Schedule

Full‑time position.

Travel

Travel required; up to 25 % of the time (the posting also notes travel up to 50 % of the time).