Project Manager - Mission Critical (Kansas City)

Burns & McDonnell has exciting opportunities for those interested in growing their careers in one of the most fast-paced, innovative sectors of high-tech building design and construction. Project focus is on mission-critical data center projects. This opportunity hires directly into our Mission Critical team and into a multibillion-dollar industry that is growing at an exponential rate. Data Centers are an aggressive market for Burns & McDonnell and are highlighted by several priority articles on our site. Mission Critical is an international practice that involves exciting, collaborative work across many different departments.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and direct engineering projects, including overall safety, cost, schedule, and quality of assigned projects.
• Ensure that the project review process and other quality control guidelines are followed.
• Establish project teams, coordinate activities of multiple disciplines, and ensure the efficient, cost-effective utilization of staff.
• Execute complex assignments requiring the use of advanced techniques, resulting in the development of new or improved processes, equipment, and/or technological methods.
• Develop and evaluate plans for major projects; assess feasibility or soundness of proposed applications when data is insufficient or testing is advisable.
• Coordinate departmental or divisional project studies, reports, or project design assignments.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and instruction to less experienced staff members.
• Regularly meet and correspond with clients or outside personnel.
• Handle some marketing responsibilities.
• Other duties as assigned by senior management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or related degree from an accredited program.
• 7 years of applicable experience required.
• Prior experience on construction project sites or executing program management in industries such as 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, with attention to detail.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, demanding work environment and 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.
• Strong experience with document control, scheduling, cost control, and project management software.

Schedule

Full-time

Travel

Yes, 15% of the time

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.