Project Manager - Oil, Gas & Chemical (Kansas City)
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LocationUS-MO-Kansas City
Typefull-time
SenioritySenior
Experience7+ yrs
Company size10,000+ people
First seenOct 30, 2026 · 1w ago
Verified live3d ago
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Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field from an accredited program
Minimum of 7 years of related experience in design engineering
3 or more years of experience managing engineering projects
Demonstrated success in project management
Proven ability to develop business and establish relationships with clients
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Must be capable of devising new approaches to problems encountered
Ability to handle large volumes of work and multitask in a fast-paced environment
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong interpersonal skills
Ability to influence, lead, and manage change thoughtfully and positively
Excellent computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint)
Strong experience with document control, scheduling, cost control, and project management software
Experience in the Oil, Gas, Chemical or heavy process industry is highly preferred
Previous consulting experience preferred
Professional Registration preferred
Burns & McDonnell is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans
Skills
Microsoft Office
Word
Excel
Outlook
PowerPoint
document control software
scheduling software
cost control software
project management software
About the role
Burns & McDonnell is seeking to hire a Project Manager for our Oil, Gas & Chemical global practice in Kansas City. The Project Manager is responsible for managing and overseeing all aspects of work on assigned projects. This includes project safety, coordinating the design efforts of multi-discipline design teams, managing schedules and budgets, developing cost and technical proposals, contract negotiation, risk identification and management, client development, managing client expectations and overall client satisfaction.
Responsibilities
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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.
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Develop and monitor project schedules, manage scope, and control project costs.
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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.
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Participate in and potentially lead internal and external project risk reviews.
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Consult with the Legal Department as required.
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Manage internal project financials, providing detailed, accurate project cost forecasts and accruals to client(s) and Global Practice leadership.
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Establish project teams, coordinate activities of multiple disciplines, and ensure the efficient, cost-effective utilization of staff.
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Manage all aspects of project communication.
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Identify opportunities and manage team efforts for submittals, proposals, presentations, contract negotiation, and related activities.
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Leverage existing client relationships, create new client relationships and focus on repeat work within each client account.
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Provide mentorship as well as formal and informal training for the project team.
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Provide performance feedback for project team members as appropriate.
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Develop and implement project policies and procedures, establish project controls systems, and implement the project execution plan.
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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.
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Report regularly on progress, cost and schedule metrics, procurement issues, safety or environmental concerns, design questions, potential impacts, and any issues requiring additional support.
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All other duties as assigned.
Requirements
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Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field from an accredited program.
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Minimum of 7 years of related experience in design engineering, including 3 or more years of experience managing engineering projects. Completion of a master’s degree in a related field may be substituted for one year of experience.
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Experience in the Oil, Gas, Chemical or heavy process industry is highly preferred.
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Demonstrated success in project management.
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Proven ability to develop business and establish relationships with clients.
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. This position requires an individual capable of applying intensive and diversified knowledge of principles and practices to broad areas of assignments.
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Must be capable of devising new approaches to problems encountered.
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Ability to handle large volumes of work and multitask in a fast-paced environment.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong interpersonal skills. Must have the ability to clearly and effectively present complex information to all levels of employees, management, and clients.
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Ability to influence, lead, and manage change thoughtfully and positively.
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Excellent computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).
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Strong experience with document control, scheduling, cost control, and project management software.
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Previous consulting experience preferred.
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Professional Registration preferred.
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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