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Description

This position will report to the T&D Midwest Region (MWR) Substation Business Line Manager, and work in close collaboration with Substation and T&D MWR Leadership to provide direction, vision, and responsibility for reinforcing Burns & McDonnell’s position within the T&D MWR Substation and Protection Applications market. This position will be responsible for the management and execution of a portfolio of Substation and Protection Applications projects in a manner that makes both our clients and Burns & McDonnell successful. This position will also be responsible for the mentorship, development, and leadership of personnel within the Substation and Protection Applications group. This position’s primary focus will be to grow the Protection Applications business within MWR in a profitable manner based upon Burns & McDonnell's core values of client satisfaction, commitment, dedication, integrity, safety and overall outstanding service.

Specific areas of responsibility include the following, with other duties assigned by senior management:

General

+ Advocate for, and ensure compliance with, all company and site safety policies.

+ Interpret and communicate the policies, purposes, and goals of the organization to team members.

+ Positively contribute to a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement.

+ Maintain compliance with all equal employment opportunity initiatives.

Business Development & Management

+ Establish and reinforce Burns & McDonnell’s position in the MWR Substation and Protection Applications market through strategic planning and business plan development, with a focus on continued growth in market share and profitability.

+ Work with Business Development and Account Management personnel to create and administer client and project capture plans for the Substation and Protection Applications market.

+ Participate in and manage pursuit decisions, including "go/no-go" analyses, marketing strategies, proposals, pricing, and contract terms and conditions.

+ Develop and maintain strong, work-winning relationships with key stakeholders at current and prospective clients.

+ Participate in and direct client maintenance and development activities to ensure profitable growth.

+ Facilitate collaboration with other regional offices to coordinate business plans and assist in the pursuit of opportunities.

+ Participate in contract reviews and negotiations, including advisement during annual renewal processes.

Project Management

+ Provide direct technical and managerial leadership in the execution of projects, with responsibility for ensuring the technical and quality performance of projects.

+ Oversee the profitability and financial performance of a Substation and Protection Applications project portfolio.

+ Develop and administer Project Execution Plans. Monitor project performance metrics to ensure adherence to Project Execution Plans.

+ Meet regularly with project stakeholders to oversee technical quality, financial performance, schedule compliance, and change management.

+ Identify and oversee the implementation of effective change management practices to minimize unbilled work, overruns, and uncollected invoices.

+ Ensure corporate and T&D quality initiatives and the Quality Control (QC) process are implemented on all projects.

+ Perform root cause analysis on technical and financial issues on underperforming projects and work with Substation Management to develop corrective action plans.

+ Participate in the Project Management Office (PMO) and advocate for PMO requirements and recommendations.

+ Identify and manage project and portfolio risks, including the administration of associated mitigation strategies.

Personnel Development & Management

+ Provide senior leadership, mentorship, and career development guidance, with a heavy emphasis on the growth and development of technical staff.

+ Lead and facilitate training programs and other development activities for technical staff to enhance their skills and capabilities.

+ Assist Substation Management in recruiting, hiring, developing, and retaining outstanding employee-owners.

+ Provide coaching and input for performance evaluations of project staff.

+ Serve as a project management and technical advisor to the team, providing input on budgets, schedules, and staff management.

+ Work with leadership to build teams and make organizational changes to improve the foundation for future growth. While this role will not have immediate direct reports, it may be responsible for leading a diverse team of Project Managers, Engineers, and other staff in the future.

+ Provide for the development and leveraging of a strong Burns & McDonnell India (BMI) team dedicated to the support of projects.

Qualifications

+ Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited program.

+ Minimum of 7 years related professional experience in T&D design and project management. 10 years preferred.

+ Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) strongly preferred.

+ Strong project management skills and a strategic perspective.

+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong organizational skills.

+ Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to clearly and effectively present complex information to all levels of employees, management, and clients.

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

+ Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.

+ Ability to handle large volumes of work and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

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

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

**Job** Project Management

**Primary Location** US-OH-Columbus

**Schedule:** Full-time

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

**Req ID:** 260166

**Job Hire Type** Experienced #LI-JNH #T&D N/A