Construction Director - Self Perform - Transmission & Substation
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LocationUS-MO-Kansas City
Typefull-time
SeniorityDirector
Experience13+ yrs
DepartmentConstruction
Company size10,000+ people
First seenOct 18, 2026 · 3w ago
Verified live1d ago
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Bachelor's degree in construction, engineering, business or related degree from an accredited program and 13 years relevant consulting experience
Expert experience in client and business development
Expert experience in managing projects including proposal development, contract negotiations, project planning, design team coordination and communication, budgeting, schedule management, and client coordination
Expert facilitation, collaboration, organization, and problem-solving skills
Demonstrated success as to budget, savings and/or profit margins in completed projects
Ability to thoughtfully and positively influence, lead and manage
Excellent planning and analytical skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills; strong interpersonal skills; ability to clearly and effectively present complex information to all levels
Expert knowledge of project management methodologies and tools including the use of Microsoft Project or equivalent
Professional Engineer (PE) License
Skills
Microsoft Project
About the role
The Construction Director for the Self-Perform Substation construction group is responsible for the managerial leadership and direction of Construction/Design-Build strategic business initiatives, client strategy and development and large team project management. The Construction Director will lead the department in a dynamic and profitable manner based on Burns & McDonnell’s core values of client satisfaction, commitment, dedication, integrity, safety and overall outstanding service.
Responsibilities
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Responsible for determining pricing, cost tracking, preliminary execution planning, and cost and definition development for projects, including developing and implementing a system for reporting back actual pricing and labor productivities on active projects to influence ongoing estimate efforts.
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Direct involvement in commercial negotiations across major and strategic pursuits.
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Direct the coordination between Business Line Managers and Director of US Sales.
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Provide leadership between CDB Pre-Construction Execution, Burns & McDonnell Constructors, AZCO, and subcontractors to safely reduce installation rates, advance efficient execution, and continuously improve competitive offerings for business lines.
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Provide leadership to the pursuits team; direct early project development and pursuit efforts ensuring effective utilization of staff.
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Direct initiatives for Objectives and Key Results for business strategic goals across the Global Practice, including regional offices.
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Provide leadership, development and guidance to the regional offices for EPC and major project pursuits.
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Review, implement, and achieve business plans across the Global Practice, including regional offices.
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Provide direction on business development efforts in the identification and vetting of prospective projects and clients.
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Liaise between regional offices and applicable corporate initiatives.
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Promote and manage internal relationships to establish guidelines and executable plans for conducting business.
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Direct preparation and implementation of pursuit development plans to support and develop identified strategies for furthering the development of the business.
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Provide senior-level technical expertise, input, and evaluation on projects across the Global Practice.
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Provide industry expertise with respect to the competition.
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Achieve established targets and standards to meet financial performance.
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Present monthly financial information to leadership including sales and revenue forecasts.
Requirements
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Bachelor’s degree in construction, engineering, business or related degree from an accredited program, and 13 years relevant consulting experience, preferably in the construction industry and/or project management required.
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Expert experience in client and business development.
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Expert experience in managing projects, which includes proposal development, contract negotiations, project planning, design team coordination and communication, budgeting, schedule management, and client coordination.
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Expert facilitation, collaboration, organization, and problem-solving skills.
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Demonstrated success as to budget, savings and/or profit margins in completed projects.
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Ability to thoughtfully and positively influence, lead and manage.
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Excellent planning and analytical skills.
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Must demonstrate 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.
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Expert knowledge of project management methodologies and tools including the use of Microsoft Project or equivalent.
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Professional Engineer (PE) License preferred.
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About the company
Burns & McDonnell is making the world a better place every day. When we take on some of the world’s toughest challenges, we’re putting the industry’s best thinking to work, striving to create amazing success for our clients and amazing careers for our employee-owners. Our staff of more than 7,000 engineers, architects, construction professionals, scientists, consultants and business professionals is constantly growing.
We have offices and projects across the U.S. and around the globe. We are proud to rank among FORTUNE magazine’s 100 Best Companies to Work For. Our culture, powered by 100% employee ownership, plays a major role in getting us there. Each employee brings a high level of commitment to every project. Clients have shown their appreciation of this dedication, rewarding us with a 90% repeat business rate and decades-long partnerships. That’s pretty cool for a firm that started as a small engineering consulting shop back in 1898.
At Burns & McDonnell, you’ll have the opportunity to make a difference while fulfilling your personal and professional ambitions. Our entrepreneurial culture lets you guide your destiny and shape the path your career travels. And with hundreds of service specialties, your career and development options are endless.
Are you ready to create amazing?
Burns & McDonnell is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans
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