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Burns & McDonnell · 20 hours ago

Deputy Program Manager - Water (Virginia)

Virginia, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

7+ years exp

Burns & McDonnell is a growing company in the Water Practice sector, seeking a motivated Deputy Program Manager to support large-scale capital programs and strategic advisory services. This role involves providing managerial and technical direction, overseeing project execution, and enhancing business development efforts in the water and wastewater sectors.

ArchitectureConstructionConsultingHuman Resources

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

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

Establish project teams, coordinate activities of multiple disciplines, and ensure the efficient, cost-effective utilization of staff

Program planning, budgeting, and the establishment of critical objectives

Manage all aspects of project communication

Must be able to manage results, maximize project profitability, manage billable hours on projects, and achieve stated targets and standards for financial performance

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

Establishing and negotiating scope, schedule, and fees with clients and sub-consultants

Provide leadership, guidance, and instruction to less experienced staff. Assist in recruitment, mentoring, and retention of junior staff

Lead internal and external project risk reviews and consult with Risk Department as required

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

Program ManagementWater Industry ExperienceProject Management SoftwareAnalytical SkillsMicrosoft OfficeRegulatory ComplianceLeadership SkillsCommunication SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsCollaboration Skills

Required

Bachelor Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related degree from accredited program

Minimum of seven (7) years applicable experience 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, 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

Capable of applying intensive and diversified knowledge of principles and practices to broad areas of assignments

Strong project management skills and a strategic perspective

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 the areas of wastewater collection, conveyance and treatment; water supply distribution and treatment; and stormwater management

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 water industry

Experience Primavera Contract Manager or similar change management software

Strong project management skills and a strategic perspective

Capital planning and project delivery experience, including design and construction

Familiarity with federal and state regulatory programs related to CSO and SSO control and familiarity with current wet-weather overflow technologies for CSO and SSO control

Knowledge and demonstrated experience in implementing organizational management methodologies and tools

Experience and familiarity with corporate human resources policies

Company

Burns & McDonnell

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Burns & McDonnell is an engineering design firm and it provides engineering, architecture, construction, and consulting services.

Founded in 1898

Kansas City, Missouri, USA

10001+ employees

http://www.burnsmcd.com

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