Burns & McDonnell is seeking an experienced Project Manager to join our Environmental Services global practice in Englewood, CO. This role is ideal for a motivated professional engineer with a strong background in civil and environmental engineering who is passionate about leading projects in the waste and energy sectors.
In this position, you will manage and support the execution of a diverse portfolio of projects while contributing to the team’s strategic vision, culture, and continued growth. You’ll have the opportunity to work across a range of technical areas, including solid waste infrastructure, coal combustion residual (CCR) remediation and closure, site civil design, stormwater management, hydraulic analysis, regulatory compliance, and construction support.
This role combines technical leadership, client engagement, business development, and team mentorship. The ideal candidate is established in the Denver and western U.S. engineering community and brings a proactive, client-focused growth mindset.
Key Responsibilities
Lead engineering project teams, providing technical direction, oversight, and quality review of civil and environmental engineering projects.
Serve as the primary client contact, managing communication, scope, budget, schedule, and overall project performance.
Oversee project execution, including responsibility for resource management and forecasting.
Monitor and report on project progress, financial performance, schedule, risks, and key issues
Develop and manage project scopes, schedules, budgets, and cost controls.
Support and drive business development efforts, including client relationship management, market growth strategies, and proposal development.
Facilitate clear and effective communication across project teams.
Build and maintain strong client relationships through active participation in meetings and strategic discussions.
Assist with recruiting, development, and training of staff.
Other duties, as assigned.
Bachelor's degree in civil or environmental engineering from an accredited program.
Professional Engineer (PE) license.
Minimum of 7 years of civil or environmental engineering experience, including project management responsibilities.
Consulting experience is preferred.
Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D.
Demonstrated experience overseeing technical design tasks and leading design and construction projects from planning through close-out.
Strong knowledge of civil engineering principles.
Experience directing and reviewing work products prepared by early-career staff.
Experience with project scheduling, cost analysis, financial forecasting, and work sequencing.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with coworkers, clients, and regulators.
Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities.
Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization, and problem-solving skills
Valid driver's license required. In addition, must meet standards to qualify for and maintain the Company's vehicle driving privileges as outlined in the Company's Motor Vehicle Safety Policy.
Available for travel as necessary (approximately 10% travel).
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