Project Manager - Protein Market (Multiple Locations)

Atlanta, GA, United States

**Description**

Burns & McDonnell is a company comprised of more than 14,000 engineers, architects, construction professionals, scientists, consultants and entrepreneurs with offices across the country and throughout the world. Recognized by ENR, our Manufacturing team ranked #14 on the Top 500 Design Firms for 2024.Project focus would be food & beverage facility design-build projects. This opportunity hires directly onto our Food & Beverage Manufacturing team and into a multibillion-dollar industry that is growing exponentially. The Food & Beverage industry presents significant opportunities for our firm, introducing collaborative and exciting work across many departments.

The Project Manager is responsible for managing and overseeing all aspects of work on assigned projects. This includes project safety, coordinating the design efforts of multi-discipline design teams, managing schedules and budgets, developing cost and technical proposals, contract negotiation, risk identification and management, client development, managing client expectations and overall client satisfaction.

+ Manage and oversee all aspects of multi-discipline engineering projects from concept to completion including overall safety, siting, environmental, permitting, planning, estimating, engineering, right-of-way acquisition, project controls, bid phase services, procurement, constructability reviews, material management, and closeout.

+ Develop and monitor project schedules, manage scope, and control project costs.

+ Serve as the primary point of contact with clients regarding efforts such as client coordination, strategic planning, master scope management, budget finances, subcontracting, project staffing, environmental compliance, facility support and schedule attainment.

+ Participate in and potentially lead internal and external project risk reviews. Consult with Legal Department as required.

+ Manage internal project financials, providing detailed, accurate project cost forecasts and accruals to client(s) and Global Practice leadership.

+ Establish project teams, coordinate activities of multiple disciplines, and ensure the efficient, cost-effective utilization of staff.

+ Manage all aspects of project communication.

+ Identify opportunities and manage team efforts for submittals, proposals, presentations, contract negotiation, and related activities.

+ Leverage existing client relationships, create new client relationships and focus on repeat work within each client account.

+ Provide mentorship as well as formal and informal training for the project team.

+ Provide performance feedback for project team members as appropriate.

+ Develop and implement project policies and procedures, establish project controls systems, and implement the project execution plan.

+ Work closely with the project team to ensure deliverables and services are being provided to the clients satisfaction and that projects are following internal QA/QC guidelines.

+ Report regularly on progress, cost and schedule metrics, procurement issues, safety or environmental concerns, design questions, potential impacts, and any issues requiring additional support.

+ All other duties as assigned.

**Qualifications**

+ Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field from an accredited program.

+ Minimum of 7 years of related experience 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.

+ Demonstrated success in project management.

+ Proven ability to develop business and establish relationships with clients.

+ Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. 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 handle large volumes of work and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

+ 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.

+ Ability to influence, lead and manage change thoughtfully and positively.

+ Excellent computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).

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

+ Previous consulting experience preferred.

+ Professional Registration preferred.

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

EEO/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans

**Job** Project Management

**Primary Location** US-MO-Kansas City

**Other Locations** US-TX-Austin, US-WI-Madison, US-GA-Atlanta, United States, US-MN-Minneapolis/St Paul, US-IL-Chicago

**Schedule:** Full-time

**Travel:** Yes, 25 % of the Time

**Req ID:** 241733

**Job Hire Type** Experienced #LI-MJ #GFS

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