Job Details
About Burns
Burns is a nationally respected provider of specialized engineering services, bringing highly technical, sought-after engineering expertise to complex transportation and critical infrastructure projects.
For more than 50 years, we have built our reputation on outstanding client service. Ranked a Top Workplace and ENR Top 500 Design Firm, we are personally invested in helping our clients achieve their goals, sharing in their passions, and successfully guiding them through the challenges of complex projects using our no surprises Burns Unique Client Experience.
We are seeking a
Project Manager
to join our growing Aviation team in
Washington, D.C.
SUMMARY
This position is responsible for the daily management of tasks/sub-projects, contract administration, project execution, project cost control, and client service. This position requires oversight of staff to produce deliverables on schedule and apply technical knowledge to address questions and overcome challenges. Aside from management of a team, this position also requires close coordination with the client to ensure project goals are being met. Weekly reporting will be required with Burns project management or more frequently as required
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
Identify and develop plan to obtain follow-on work with existing clientsDevelop new clientsPrepare proposals under the direction of the Group LeaderDevelop proposal schedulesDevelops scope of services, staffing and pricingInclude Burns Terms and ConditionsMeet annual sales goalCLIENT RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT
Coordinate with client through routine communication and regular visitsContinuously confirm client requirements for projectParticipate in regular technical meetings and coordinate with other trade disciplines.Report to project leadershipPROJECT EXECUTION
Ensure all team personnel adhere to the requirements of the company QA/QC policies and procedures.Develop project plans to mitigate risksEnsure that all design documents, reports, proposals, inspections and information required to serve the client are properly prepared and reportedManage to a schedule and ensure client schedules are metEnsure that project closeout procedures are followedHold routine project meetings to review schedule and deliverablesIf necessary, account for missed milestones and develop recovery plansIdentify, request, and receive authorization for scope changes before work is executedTEAM MANAGEMENT AND DEVELOPMENT
Motivate personnel to perform at high levels of performanceEnsure employees are adequately trained and supervisedEffectively delegate and manage work loadHold all employees accountable to the same standard of performance and take corrective action when necessaryDirectly oversees technical team. Responsibilities include planning, assigning, and directing work; addressing complaints and resolving problems. 40-50 hour work weeks are to be expected.EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's (B.S.) Engineering degree from an accredited University or college and 10 plus years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.Candidate has been in a leadership position on multiple projects where they have been responsible for a team of at least 5 people.Experience working on airport projects is required.
CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATION S
Must be a registered technical professional in one of the major technical disciplines practiced by the firm. Valid Driver s License may be required.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)#J-18808-Ljbffr