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Burns & McDonnell · 15 hours ago

Project Delivery Manager – 1898 & Co. – Transmission Planning & Power Systems Analysis (Texas – Houston/Austin/Dallas)

Houston, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Burns & McDonnell is a leading company in engineering and consulting services, specifically in transmission systems. They are seeking a Project Delivery Manager to provide strategic and operational leadership to a team, ensuring project excellence and supporting utility clients in evolving the transmission grid.

ArchitectureConstructionConsultingHuman Resources

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Provide leadership to the team; direct and coordinate work assignments and review performance to ensure efficient, cost-effective utilization of staff

Recruit, develop, train, and retain high-performing staff

Conduct performance evaluations, monthly one-on-ones, and provide clear instruction and guidance to direct reports

Promote the Burns & McDonnell culture, values, and mission, along with 1898 & Co.’s traits: tenacious problem solvers, curious seekers, unselfish collaborators, and grit

Interpret and communicate organizational goals and policies to staff

Provide expert-level technical guidance and support for consulting engagements in transmission planning and power systems analysis

Support profitable growth by ensuring staff levels, loading, and assignments meet project requirements and billable targets

Coordinate workload for the team and communicate staffing needs to business line leads and managing directors

Lead and support project QA/QC efforts

Ensure compliance with company and safety policies

Implement and support firm-wide programs and initiatives; lead your team through organizational change

Achieve stated financial targets and performance standards

Collaborate with project managers, managing directors, and proposal teams to support business development and secure new work for the team

Qualification

Transmission PlanningPower Systems AnalysisProject ManagementLeadership ExperienceCommunication SkillsStrategic PerspectiveChange ManagementMicrosoft OfficeInterpersonal Skills

Required

Bachelor Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Finance, Business, or other related field and 5 years of related experience

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

Position requires the ability to thoughtfully and positively influence, lead, and manage change

Must possess strong project management skills and a strategic perspective

Must be expert in the use of computer software (i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Preferred

Previous leadership and/or management experience is preferable

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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