Senior Project Engineer

1 month ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Burns & McDonnell Full time

Unlock your career potential with Burns & McDonnell, a leader in the industry.

We are seeking a Project Engineer to join our Chicago office and take control of their career growth.

This role will lead and manage a multi-discipline team in the development of engineered substation designs to support the safe and reliable delivery of electricity across the United States and Canada.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Managing overall engineering design efforts for Design-Only and EPC projects to optimize safety, schedule, and profitability.
  • Leading and mentoring a team of multi-discipline professionals to ensure project success.
  • Managing the implementation of the Quality Program for engineering designs.
  • Preparing and managing the final engineering labor-hour budgets.
  • Partnering with a projects controls team to manage the engineering design schedule, budget, and progress measurement function.
  • Preparing, submitting, and managing client change orders.
  • Managing subcontracted product procurement and/or engineering design efforts.
  • Directing and managing field services.
  • Presenting designs and proposals to clients, permitting authorities, public interest groups, etc.
  • Corresponding and/or meeting with clients, contractors, and vendors.
  • Leading project proposal efforts.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor of Science in electrical engineering from an ABET accredited program and licensure as a Professional Engineering (PE).
  • Seven (7) years of substation engineering experience, consulting preferred. Master of Science degree in electrical engineering may be substituted for one (1) year experience.
  • Excellent knowledge in degreed discipline and basic knowledge other industry related disciplines.
  • Strong facilitation and team-building skills.

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

EEO/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans

Job Engineering

Primary Location US-IL-Chicago

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 15% of the Time

Req ID: 242561

Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-EH #T&D *IND-DNP*



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