Burns & McDonnell · 4 hours ago
Senior Project Manager - Municipal Water / Wastewater - (Richmond, VA / Chesapeake, VA)
Richmond, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
7+ years expBurns & McDonnell’s Water Practice is experiencing rapid growth in the Mid-Atlantic region and is seeking a motivated Senior Program/Project Manager to support the delivery of large-scale water and wastewater capital programs. The role involves providing managerial and technical direction, leading business development activities, and enhancing engineering capabilities for regional utility clients.
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Responsibilities
Provide managerial and technical direction to professional and support staff during project execution, including project controls, data management, capital project delivery, public outreach, regulatory compliance, and construction management
Lead and/or support the execution of collaborative delivery projects, primarily progressive design-build
Support Owner’s in an advisory role in helping them deliver water and wastewater projects both enterprise-wide and for specific projects as required
Establish project teams, coordinate activities of multiple disciplines, and ensure the efficient, cost-effective utilization of staff
Provide leadership, guidance, and instruction to less experienced staff in facets of project and client management. Assist in recruitment, mentoring, and retention of staff
Lead and/or support business development activities including client and project development, proposal development and strategic planning
Must be able to manage results, maximize project profitability, manage billable hours on projects, and achieve stated targets and standards for financial performance
When applicable, support and lead negotiating compliance schedules and terms with regulatory agencies; develop and present program issues to regulatory agencies as well as the general public
Assist in the development of already established clients and new clients
Participate in and attend industry-associated conferences and/or committees
Develop relationships with other consultants and contractors to build possible teaming arrangements for future pursuits
Promote and follow Burns & McDonnell safety protocols on all projects
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related degree from accredited program
Minimum of seven (7) years applicable experience required
Prior project, program and/or construction management experience in the water industry, with collaborative delivery experience is a plus
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, and ability to work overtime on short notice
Excellent computer skills and proficiency using Microsoft Office
Ability to work collaboratively with others (Owner's, Contractors, Project Managers, Engineers and Designers) in a multi-disciplined project team environment to resolve design or drawing issues as appropriate and to accomplish objectives
Proven collaboration, facilitation, and organization problem solving skills in previous roles
Demonstrated planning, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Ability to influence, lead and manage change thoughtfully and positively
Proven leadership in developing and implementing visions that have brought a positive impact
Ability to handle difficult situations with tact, poise, and discernment; capable of devising new approaches to problems encountered
Demonstrated 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
Demonstrated technical leadership, preferably in at least one area of water/wastewater treatment, wastewater collection, conveyance and treatment; water supply distribution and treatment; and stormwater management
Must be able to manage results, maximize project profitability, manage billable hours on projects, and achieve stated targets and standards for financial performance
Preferred
Ten (10) years preferred
Strong project management skills and a strategic perspective preferred
Capital planning and project delivery experience, including design and construction is preferred
Knowledge and demonstrated experience in implementing organizational management methodologies and tools is a plus
Experience and familiarity with corporate human resources policies is a plus
Strong experience with document control, scheduling, cost control and project management software is a plus
Company
Burns & McDonnell
Burns & McDonnell is an engineering design firm and it provides engineering, architecture, construction, and consulting services.
10001+ employees
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