Burns & McDonnell · 2 weeks ago
Project Manager - Water Conveyance / Pipelines (Denver)
Denver, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$140K/yr - $225K/yr
7+ years expBurns & McDonnell is a 100% employee-owned company with a 123-year history in the water/wastewater business. They are looking for a Project Manager to lead technical engineering projects focused on drinking water and wastewater systems, managing teams and developing client relationships while ensuring project success and compliance with regulations.
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Responsibilities
Share ideas and boldly explore technical solutions and thought leadership
Bring outstanding organizational and interpersonal skills to lead project teams through challenging requirements and overlapping schedules
Be excited to coach and mentor other engineers to shape the leaders of tomorrow
Provide leadership and guidance of all aspects of multi-discipline engineering projects from concept to completion, including overall safety, quality, engineering, procurement, construction, environmental compliance, project controls, and public/community relations
Establish project teams, coordinate activities of multiple disciplines, and ensure the efficient, cost-effective utilization of staff
Manage all aspects of project communication
Lead the Project Management team in administering request for proposal (RFP) package development, bid and selection process, and scope of work documents
Develop and monitor project schedules, manage scope, and control project costs
Identify opportunities and manage team efforts for submittals, proposals, presentations, contract negotiation, and related activities
Serve as the primary point of contact for clients regarding efforts such as client coordination, strategic planning, master scope management, budget finances, subcontracting, project staffing, environmental compliance, facility support and schedule attainment
Manage the review, negotiation, approval, and execution of prime contracts, subcontracts, and change orders
Lead internal and external project risk reviews and consult with Risk Department as required
Manage internal project financials, providing detailed, accurate project cost forecasts and accruals to client(s) and Global Practice leadership
Develop and implement project policies and procedures, establish project controls systems, and implement the project execution plan
Report regularly on progress, cost and schedule metrics, procurement issues, safety or environmental concerns, design questions, potential impacts, and any issues requiring additional support
Responsible for managing contract closeout activities
Leverage existing client relationships, create new client relationships and focus on repeat work within each client account
Support business strategy for developing new business opportunities in planning and digital water solutions
Work to proactively identify and position Burns & McDonnell for upcoming projects and opportunities
Adhere to Burns & McDonnell’s safety programs, trainings, and policies, as well as promote and manage the safety and health performance of project team members and subcontractors
Provide direction as part of the sales team for furthering Burns & McDonnell’s position in the industry through industry events, conferences, and contacts
Provide guidance and industry feedback or trends to the water leadership team
Provide mentorship as well as formal and informal training for the project team
Provide performance feedback for project team members as appropriate
Work closely with the project team to ensure deliverables and services are being provided to the client’s satisfaction and that projects are following internal QA/QC guidelines
Responsible for compliance with company and site safety policies
Performs other duties as assigned
Complies with all company policies and standards
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management or related degree from accredited program required
Minimum of 7 years of related experience (10 years preferred) in design engineering, including 3 or more years of experience managing engineering projects. Completion of a master's degree in a related field may be substituted for one year of experience
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong interpersonal skills. Must have the ability to clearly and effectively present complex information to all levels of employees, management, and clients
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and attention to detail. This position requires an individual capable of applying intensive and diversified knowledge of principles and practices to broad areas of assignments
Must be capable of devising new approaches to problems encountered
Ability to influence, lead and manage change thoughtfully and positively strongly desired
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
Previous consulting experience preferred
Professional Registration preferred
Demonstrated success in project management strongly preferred
Proven ability to develop business and establish relationships with clients strongly 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
Benefits
Insurance and disability
Time off
Wellness programs
Paid sick leave entitlements provided under the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act (HFWA)
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
401(k) retirement program
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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