Facilities Engineering Project Manager Jobs (NOW HIRING)

This position is responsible for providing direct project management for the Pipeline & Facilities Engineering team located in St. Louis, MO, and Columbus, OH. The goal of the position is to directly manage multiple projects across multiple clients and grow the T&D business in a dynamic, profitable manner, aligned with Burns & McDonnell's core values of safety, client satisfaction, commitment, dedication, integrity, and outstanding service. This position provides a unique opportunity to manage projects directly, provide leadership to the project team, support the growth of the Pipeline & Facilities group, and provide key input into long-term business planning as well as the future vision of the organization. The Project Manager will be at the forefront of continued business growth.

Based on this successful growth, opportunities, and available resources, Burns & McDonnell is strategically seeking a highly motivated Project Manager and leader to execute projects in this region and assist in the continued development and growth of our team. The candidate is an engineering project manager with design experience in pipeline and facilities and related fields, extensive industry experience, and strong leadership ability. The candidate has a strong working knowledge of project financials, scope, schedule, and risk management with a history of success. The ideal candidate should be able to manage projects for major accounts with large multi-disciplinary teams. Major responsibilities for the Project Manager will include:

• Responsible for planning, budgeting, and establishing/achieving critical project objectives.
• Responsible for the overall success of projects (safety, quality, and profitability).
• Provide management of engineering projects from concept to completion with a basic understanding of siting, permitting, planning, bid phase services, procurement, constructability reviews, and material management.
• Work closely with the Project Team to confirm deliverables and services are being provided to the client's satisfaction. This includes coordination with team members located in other Regional and/or Branch Offices.
• Identify project opportunities early and facilitate go/no-go decisions, determine project fees, write proposals, prepare and lead client presentations, and negotiate contracts.
• Support development and maintenance of business plan; lead and support proposal efforts to support profitable growth.
• Demonstrate creativity, foresight, and mature judgment in anticipating and solving problems.
• Responsible for internal project financials, staffing, legal coordination, and risk management.
• Develop and implement project policies and procedures, establish and/or reinforce project controls systems.
• Report regularly on progress, cost, profit, schedule, design questions, project risks, and any issues requiring support.
• Additional responsibilities for the Project Manager may include:

Account management as a local point of contact for key clients in the region.

• Conduct quality reviews on Pipeline & Facilities design projects as needed.
• Provide feedback on staff performance to the Department Manager and work with the Department Manager to assign project opportunities to support staff development goals.
• Collaborate with other Project Managers across Regional and/or Branch Offices and mentor Project Managers in Training (PMITs).
• Assist with recruitment, development, and retention of staff; mentor staff for division growth.

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a related degree from an accredited program.
• Minimum of 7 years of engineering design and engineering project management experience.
• Professional Engineering (PE) registration preferred.
• Position requires the ability to thoughtfully and positively influence, lead, and manage change. Must possess strong project management skills and a strategic perspective.
• Must demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to clearly and effectively present complex information to all levels of employees, management, and clients.
• Ability to travel. Valid driver's license required. In addition, must meet standards to qualify for and maintain the Company's vehicle driving privileges as outlined in the Company's Motor Vehicle Safety Policy.

Preferred qualifications include:

• 10 years of engineering design and engineering project management experience.

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or an advanced degree in engineering/construction management.

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