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Deputy Program Manager - Water (Virginia)

Burns & Mcdonnell

The Role

Overview

Manage large water infrastructure programs, overseeing delivery, staff and client relations.

Key Responsibilities

  • project controls
  • data management
  • regulatory compliance
  • risk review
  • safety protocols
  • client development

Tasks

-Provide managerial and technical direction to professional and support staff during project execution, including project controls, data management, capital project delivery, public outreach, regulatory compliance, and construction management. -Program planning, budgeting, and the establishment of critical objectives. -Establish project teams, coordinate activities of multiple disciplines, and ensure the efficient, cost-effective utilization of staff. -Develop relationships with other consultants and contractors to build possible teaming arrangements for future pursuits. -Manage all aspects of project communication. -Lead internal and external project risk reviews and consult with Risk Department as required. -Promote and follow Burns & McDonnell safety protocols on all projects. -Establishing and negotiating scope, schedule, and fees with clients and sub-consultants. -Provide leadership, guidance, and instruction to less experienced staff. Assist in recruitment, mentoring, and retention of junior staff. -Support and lead negotiating compliance schedules and terms with regulatory agencies; develop and present program issues to regulatory agencies as well as the general public. -Assist in the development of already established clients and new clients. -Participate in and attend industry-associated conferences and/or committees.

Requirements

  • primavera
  • microsoft office
  • bachelor degree
  • 7+ years
  • project management
  • problem solving

What You Bring

-Experience Primavera Contract Manager or similar change management software is preferred. -Must be able to manage results, maximize project profitability, manage billable hours on projects, and achieve stated targets and standards for financial performance. -Experience and familiarity with corporate human resources policies is a plus. -Proven leadership in developing and implementing visions that have brought a positive impact. -Familiarity with federal and state regulatory programs related to CSO and SSO control and familiarity with current wet-weather overflow technologies for CSO and SSO control is a plus. -Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and attention to detail. -Minimum of seven (7) years applicable experience required. -Demonstrated technical leadership, preferably in the areas of wastewater collection, conveyance and treatment; water supply distribution and treatment; and stormwater management. -Proven collaboration, facilitation, and organization problem solving skills in previous roles. -Capital planning and project delivery experience, including design and construction is preferred. -Demonstrated planning, analytical, and problem-solving skills. -Knowledge and demonstrated experience in implementing organizational management methodologies and tools is a plus. -Ability to influence, lead and manage change thoughtfully and positively. -Excellent computer skills and proficiency using Microsoft Office -Demonstrated excellent oral and written communication skills; strong interpersonal skills; and the ability to clearly and effectively present complex information to all levels of employees, management, and clients. -Capable of applying intensive and diversified knowledge of principles and practices to broad areas of assignments. -Prior experience on construction project sites or executing program management in the water industry is preferred. -Excellent written and verbal communication skills. -Strong project management skills and a strategic perspective preferred. -Bachelor Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related degree from accredited program. -Ability to handle difficult situations with tact, poise, and discernment; capable of devising new approaches to problems encountered. -Ability to work collaboratively with others (Owner's, Contractors, Project Managers, Engineers and 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. -Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, demanding work environment, and ability to work overtime on short notice.

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