Senior Technical Consultant - T&D

Burns & Mcdonnell

The Role

Overview

Provide expert technical consulting and project leadership for complex engineering projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • standards implementation
  • safety compliance
  • technical publishing
  • client guidance
  • training delivery
  • proposal lead

Tasks

-Lead the implemention and validation of internal standards and technical specifications related to the area(s) of expertise. -Ensure compliance with company site safety policies. -Participate in technical societies related to the area(s) of expertise by working group membership, development of industry standards and publishing and presenting technical papers. -Respond to client requests and offer guidance in the understanding and execution of complex, non-traditional systems. -Complies with all policies and standards -Maintain relationships with existing clients, customers and contractors and develop new business opportunities. -Provide input to go/no-go decisions for specific pursuits in chosen area(s) of technology. -Deliver training classes to share technical knowledge and expertise. -Identify key pursuits in chosen area(s) of technology. -Provide instruction to staff. -Provide strategic insight for the firm's ability to market technical services to clients. Supports efforts to increase the firm's market share for consulting services in the chosen area(s) of technology by securing additional projects and clients. -Lead proposal efforts and requests for qualifications to obtain consulting assignments in chosen area(s) of technology to achieve stated targets and budgets and standards for financial performance. Provide input for project budgets and estimates.

Requirements

  • pe license
  • phd
  • master
  • bachelor
  • computer skills
  • critical thinking

What You Bring

-Demonstrated ability to build relationships with equipment vendors. -Recognized internally and externally as a technical resource for a process, equipment or technology. -Demonstrated network of external colleagues and vendors within their chosen area(s) of expertise. -Demonstrated knowledge of state of the art technology applied to their chosen area(s) of expertise. -Capable of independently solving difficult problems that require adaptation and modification of standard techniques, procedures and criteria. -Expert computer skills using industry relevant software. -Bachelor Degree in Engineering. The Engineering degree shall be appropriately aligned with the chosen area(s) of expertise. and 7 years of applicable experience Required or -Demonstrated ability to build relationships with existing clients and develop business opportunities with new and existing clients. -Ability to establish effective working relationships with contractors, co-workers, and other professionals. -Expert critical thinking skills. -Professional Engineer (PE) License Required -Master Degree in Engineering. The Engineering degree shall be appropriately aligned with the chosen area(s) of expertise. and 6 years of applicable experience Required or -Expert facilitation, collaboration, organization, and problem-solving skills. Demonstrated ability to clearly and effectively present complex information to all levels of employees, management and clients. -Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment. -Expert written and oral communications skills to include Blue Quill award, Toastmasters program and Dialogue training. -The ability to thoughtfully and positively influence, lead, and manage change. -PhD in Engineering. The Engineering degree shall be appropriately aligned with the chosen area(s) of expertise. and 4 years of applicable experience Required

The Company

About Burns & Mcdonnell

-The firm grew steadily from municipal roots, evolving into a global design‑build leader with integrated engineering, architecture, and construction services. -Headquartered in Kansas City, it has expanded its operations to more than 75 offices worldwide, including locations in the US, Canada, UK, UAE, India, and the Middle East. -It specializes in sectors such as water, power, transportation, aviation, manufacturing, and oil & gas, undertaking projects ranging from airports to chemical facilities. -Its full‑service model encompasses consulting, design, procurement, construction, and commissioning, ensuring seamless project delivery from concept to operation. -The company is 100% employee‑owned, following a significant employee buyout in the 1980s that redefined its trajectory.

Sector Specialisms

Aviation

Commercial, Retail & Institutional

Environmental

Government & Military

Manufacturing & Industrial

Mining & Minerals

Oil, Gas & Chemicals

Power

Telecommunications

Transportation

Water

Buildings

Electrical Transmission & Distribution

Electric Power Generation

Industrial, Manufacturing & Optimization

Mining Infrastructure

Federal & Military