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Burns & McDonnell

Project Manager - T&D Program Mgmt (Southeast Region)

Burns & McDonnell, Aiken, South Carolina, United States, 29805

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Burns & McDonnell is proud to be the market leader in providing program management services to the utility industry. Our Transmission & Distribution (T&D) global practice is seeking Project Managers across the southeastern United States, including offices in Atlanta, Charlotte, Chattanooga, Oak Ridge, Huntsville, and Aiken. Field assignments may be throughout the U.S.

Typical Project Types Include

Electric Transmission and Distribution

Gas Transmission and Distribution

Generation / Supply Interconnection

Major customer connection

Communication networks and automation

Responsibilities

Provide overall project management through development, execution, and closeout in both greenfield and brownfield locations.

Plan and scope projects, siting & outreach, engineering, environmental & non-environmental permitting, real estate acquisition, procurement, contracting, construction, and project controls.

Work closely with the Program Team to confirm scope and deliverables meet the client’s requirements.

Clearly communicate risk and issues with the Program Manager, Project Team, and client; take prudent action to mitigate or respond.

Establish and execute project schedules to achieve program goals.

Maintain detailed, accurate project cost forecasts and accruals.

Develop, implement, and improve project policies and standard procedures.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or a related accredited program and 7 years applicable experience.

PMP or similar certification 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 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 and to accomplish objectives.

Strong experience with document control, scheduling, cost control, and project management software.

Candidate will be assigned to a Burns & McDonnell office; if not local to southeast offices, field assignment may be required.

Expect up to 30% travel to site.

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

Job: Project Management

Primary Location: US-GA-Atlanta

Other Locations: US-TN-Chattanooga, US-AL-Huntsville, US-TN-Oak Ridge, US-NC-Charlotte, US-SC-Aiken

Schedule: Full‑time

Travel: Yes, 50% of the time

Req ID: 250720

Job Hire Type: Experienced #T&D

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