Burns & McDonnell · 1 day ago
Transmission & Distribution Project Manager - EPC
Kansas City, MO
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
7+ years expBurns & McDonnell is a company specializing in engineering and construction management. They are seeking a Transmission & Distribution Project Manager to lead project teams in managing safety, quality, and budget for various EPC projects from inception to completion.
ArchitectureConstructionConsultingHuman Resources
Hiring Manager
Emily Foreman
Responsibilities
Adhere to Burns & McDonnell’s safety programs, training, and policies, as well as promote and manage the Safety & Health performance of project team members and subcontractors
Provide leadership and guidance in multiple facets of projects including safety, quality, engineering, procurement, construction, environmental compliance, project controls, and public/community relations
Develop new and manage existing client relationships while interfacing with the client for proposal and project related items
Lead internal and external project risk reviews and consult with the Legal Department as required
Be an expert in the review, negotiation, approval, and execution of prime contracts, subcontracts, and change orders
Develop and implement the Project Execution Plan (PEP), including engineering, procurement, and construction execution, the quality assurance plan, safety & health plan, subcontracting plan, project staffing plan, organization chart, and procurement plan. Includes training of new project team members on the PEP
Analyze, approve, and implement multiple project specifications, drawing releases and design changes
Oversee the training of project teams, coordinate activities of multiple global practices/disciplines, and facilitate the efficient cost-effective utilization of staff while adhering to contractual and performance requirements
Lead and oversee the project plan for site mobilization and demobilization and support Site Manager with implementation
Analyze and communicate project status, risks, schedule and costs to all internal and external stakeholders
Lead and oversee the downstream Request For Proposal (RFP) and bid process and prepare detailed scope of work documents for supplier and subcontractor contracts, including recruiting, prequalifying, evaluating, recommending, and selecting subcontractors, and suppliers. Train new project team members on these processes
Oversee compliance with company and client policies and requirements related to small and diverse suppliers
Manage downstream contract administration including Request For Information (RFI), submittals, change management, contract closeout, and claims mitigation
Analyze and approve internal and external reports including project scheduling, budgeting, cash flow forecast, and project status reports
Present reports to internal and external executive management as required
Manage Prime Contract, subcontractor, and supplier invoicing process
Oversee client, supplier and company commissioning and startup teams
Manage and audit the project documentation and filing systems
Develop, plan and implement process for, and assess that project and subcontractor insurance, taxes/duties, licensures, and bonding are in place per the project requirements
Secure applicable project permits
Perform project safety, quality, progress and financial audits and assessments as required
Lead and present at project and corporate meetings, and ensure generation of meeting minutes
Create and oversee project non-conformance reporting process
Develop plan for and oversee project cost reporting, scheduling, work breakdown structure establishment, project set-up and closeout, and field progress tracking of project activities or program level activities as required. Includes training of new project team members as necessary
Develop and oversee materials receiving and management process, including inventory control, receiving of goods, storage, and transportation
Work with superintendents and site manager to verify compliance of subcontractors and client contractors with contract documents, safety & health requirements, quality, and schedule
Manage and communicate financial aspects of projects to executive management, client, and others as required
Develop the plan for, and direct the project turnover documentation, warranty administration, project closeout, and recordkeeping/retention processes and procedure
Develop plan for and manage communication with governmental, industry, and public entities, and community relations on project-related matters
Understand and implement plan to satisfy project permit requirements and regulations
Lead and participate in project planning, scheduling, estimating, cost development, and establishing critical project objectives
Lead and coordinate directly with engineering to establish development and distribution of engineering deliverables per project schedule and requirements
Review daily construction field reports as necessary
Understand and facilitate program-based real estate and ROW acquisitions
Report all employee relations issues and consult with the appropriate Human Resources Representative to resolve issues in a compliant and consistent manner
Monitor progress on projects and provide input into areas of concern and direction or redirection to enhance achievement of project schedules, productivity goals, budgets, quality and overall profitability of the project
Provide mentorship as well as formal and informal training of interns, construction coordinators, and assistant construction project managers, construction project managers, engineers, and support services
Provide performance feedback for each project team member to their respective Department Managers
Manage community and building trades relationships as necessary
Lead the development and implementation of project labor agreements with building trades as required
OSHA 10 hour and OSHA 30 hour certification strongly preferred
All other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management or related degree from accredited program and 7 years applicable experience is required
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, ability to 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 as appropriate and to accomplish objectives
Strong experience with document control, scheduling, cost control and project management software
Preferred
Prior experience on construction project sites or executing program management in the industries of aviation, commercial, energy, government, manufacturing, oil & gas, process, transmission & distribution, or water is preferred
OSHA 10 hour and OSHA 30 hour certification strongly preferred
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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Chief Financial Officer
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