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# Project Manager - Networks, Integration, and Automation (Chicago)

- **Company:** Burns & McDonnell
- **Location:** Chicago, IL, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $145,000.0 - $290,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Document Management Systems, Project Management Software, Microsoft Office
- **Published:** October 23, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.chicagocareersite.com/job.asp?id=3466730044&tx=HT7771TTV&pt=1&aff=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54&utm_source=Job%20Feed&utm_medium=textkernel&utm_campaign=DE&utm_term=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54

## About the Role

* Bachelor's Degree in engineering, construction management or related degree from an accredited program and 7 years of applicable experience required.
 * Prior experience on construction project sites or in program management in the aviation, commercial, energy, government, manufacturing, oil & gas, process, transmission & distribution, or water industries is preferred.
 * Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
 * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.
 * Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, demanding work environment, ability to work overtime on short notice.
 * Excellent computer skills and proficiency in using Microsoft Office.
 * Ability to work collaboratively with others (owners, contractors, engineers, designers) in a multi-disciplined project team environment to resolve design or drawing issues as appropriate and to accomplish objectives.
 * Strong experience with document control, scheduling, cost control and project management software.

## Description

Our Transmission & Distribution Global Practice is looking for a Networks, Integration, & Automation Project Manager to sit in our downtown Chicago office. The Project Manager oversees all aspects of the projects they manage. This includes project safety, coordinating the design efforts of multi-discipline design teams, managing scopes of work, schedules, and budgets, developing cost and technical proposals, contract negotiation, risk identification, profit and loss, 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 (including technical tasks), 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 the 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 technical 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 client's 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.
 * Travel to client and project locations will be expected.
 * All other duties as assigned.