Job Title

Project Manager – Overhead Transmission Engineering

Locations: 4 Locations ( Atlanta, GA; Charlotte, NC; Phoenix, AZ; Boston, MA)

Job Summary:

Our Client is seeking a Project Manager (PM) with extensive experience in overhead transmission line design to lead and manage complex projects in the energy and utility sectors. As a PM, you will oversee multidisciplinary project teams, ensuring the successful delivery of high-quality engineering solutions. This role combines leadership and technical expertise, requiring a candidate with hands-on design skills, direct client communication experience, and a passion for delivering results.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Leadership : Manage all phases of overhead transmission projects (69kV to 500kV), including scope development, budget management, resource allocation, scheduling, and client communication.
• Technical Design Oversight : Provide hands-on technical guidance and oversight for project deliverables, including PLS-CADD models, design calculations, and engineering drawings.
• Team Management : Supervise and mentor engineering staff (Staff and Senior Transmission Engineers), fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment.
• Client Engagement : Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring alignment on project objectives, deliverables, and timelines.
• Quality Assurance : Ensure project deliverables meet or exceed Burns & McDonnell’s standards and client expectations.
• Problem Solving : Address technical and logistical challenges proactively, developing innovative solutions to meet project goals.
• Billing and Financials : Maintain project profitability by managing budgets, controlling costs, and accurately tracking project performance.
• Business Development : Support proposal development and identify opportunities for expanding client relationships or securing new projects.

Qualifications

Required:

• Education :
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, or Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited program .
• Candidates with a Master’s degree must also meet the ABET accreditation requirement, but a Master's can be accepted in lieu of one year of experience.
• Experience :
• Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in overhead transmission line design with demonstrated technical and project management expertise.
• Experience working in a client-facing role, with a proven ability to manage client relationships.
• Skills :
• High proficiency in PLS-CADD , with hands-on usage within the last 3-5 years.
• Strong understanding of standard engineering practices and regulatory requirements for transmission projects.
• Exceptional organizational, communication, and leadership skills, with the ability to manage teams and meet deadlines effectively.
• Experience mentoring staff and leading technical teams in a collaborative environment.

Preferred:

• Professional Engineer (PE) license or the ability to obtain licensure within one year.
• Familiarity with project management tools such as Primavera P6, MS Project, or similar.
• Background in consulting or utility sectors with a strong understanding of project lifecycle management.

Additional Information:

• Candidates must demonstrate the ability to balance project management duties with technical design and delivery. This is a hands-on role where technical contributions are expected.
• The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, client-focused environment and be passionate about delivering innovative solutions.
• Travel may be required for project kickoffs, site visits, and client meetings.