Project Manager - Overhead Transmission (Orlando)

Burns & McDonnell • Orlando, FL

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About The Position

The Project Manager for Overhead Transmission in Orlando, FL will provide overall management of projects from concept to completion. This includes responsibilities such as siting, environmental permitting, planning, estimating, engineering, right-of-way acquisition, project controls, bid phase services, procurement, constructability reviews, material management, construction management, and project closeout. The role requires leveraging existing client relationships, creating new ones, and focusing on repeat work within each account. The Project Manager will prepare proposals, assist in presentations, and participate in contract negotiations. They will also develop and monitor project schedules, manage scope, and control project costs, while owning internal project financials and managing staffing, legal coordination, risk management, and change management. The position serves as the primary point of contact with clients and involves managing all aspects of project communication, developing project policies and procedures, and ensuring deliverables meet client satisfaction. Regular reporting on progress, cost, schedule metrics, and other project-related issues is expected, along with travel to client and project locations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field from an accredited curriculum.
• Minimum of seven years of utility transmission project experience.
• At least 3 years of related project management experience.
• Professional Engineering (PE) registration preferred.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Experience with the production of transmission design and construction documents.
• Knowledge and experience working with the NESC code and other industry codes and standards.
• Proven ability to develop business and establish relationships with clients.
• Valid driver's license required.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of a master's degree in a related field may be substituted for one year of experience.
• Demonstrated prior success in project management.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall management of projects from concept to completion.
• Leverage existing client relationships and create new client relationships.
• Prepare proposals and assist in presentations.
• Participate in contract negotiations.
• Develop and monitor project schedules.
• Manage scope and control project costs.
• Own internal project financials including cost forecasts and accruals.
• Assist with staffing, legal coordination, risk management, and change management.
• Serve as primary point of contact with clients.
• Manage all aspects of project communication.
• 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.
• Support the development of the Transmission team through hiring, training, and mentoring.

Benefits

• Industry-leading benefits package that supports physical, emotional, and financial health.
• Opportunities for career growth and development.
• Employee ownership culture.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree