Senior Project Manager-1898 Digital PMO

Description

The Senior Digital PMO Project Manager will partner with and motivate a team of analysts, consultants, and support staff in the day-to-day management of consulting engagements, including budget monitoring and management, scope execution, client relations, staff development and training, consulting and other similar duties required for the successful marketing and execution of engagements. The Senior Digital PMO Manager will oversee projects from inception to completion, as well as support and provide guidance to others performing these roles as required by the specific project. This role will be responsible for the overall project execution and successful completion of consulting engagements on time and within budget.

• Lead all aspects of project execution including scope, schedule, and budget; ensure quality control of deliverables; analyze and communicate project status, risks, schedule, and costs to all internal and external stakeholders; lead multi-discipline teams of engineers and analysts; plan, organize, and communicate project personnel needs to department management.

• Mentor and train less experienced staff on technical and business aspects of projects and the industry; serve as a recognized industry-leader in their subject matter; support company initiatives.

• Lead business development activities; manage existing client relationships through client marketing and project interactions; identify new sales opportunities with clients; lead aspects of proposal development and submission including project planning, budgeting, and scheduling; lead the establishment of critical project objectives and performances with client; manage relationships with existing and potential key clients, customers, software providers, and contractors.

• Lead and participate in project planning, scheduling, cost development, and establishing critical project objectives.

• Advance new and existing client relationships while interfacing with the client for proposal and project related items.

• Lead internal and external project risk reviews and consult with the legal department as required.

• Lead the review, negotiation, approval, and execution of consulting agreements and change orders.

• Lead development and implementation of project execution plans based on scope and client needs.

• Lead analysis and approve, and implement multiple project deliverables.

• Lead training of project teams, coordinate activities of multiple global practices/disciplines, and facilitate the efficient cost-effective utilization of staff while adhering to contractual and performance requirements.

• Lead analysis and communication on project status, risks, schedule and costs to all internal and external stakeholders.

• Lead Request For Proposal (RFP) and bid process, including preparation of scope, schedule, and budget for opportunity as well as evaluation and selection of partners/subcontractors/suppliers as applicable.

• Manage downstream contract administration including submittals, change orders, and contract closeout.

• Lead analysis and approve internal and external reports including project scheduling, budgeting, cash flow forecast, and project status reports.

• Manage, communicate, and present reports to internal and external executive management as required.

• Manage and audit the project documentation and filing systems.

• Lead project safety, quality, progress, and financial audits and assessments as required.

• Develop the plan for, and direct the project turnover documentation, project closeout, and recordkeeping/retention processes and procedures.

• Manage communication with governmental, industry, and public entities, and community relations on project-related matters.

• Provide leadership, guidance, and instruction to less experienced staff.

• Responsible for QA/QC process adherence.

• Responsible for compliance with company and site safety policies.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, computer science or a related field from an accredited program and 10 years relevant experience required.

• Knowledge in project management, techniques, and procedures.

• Excellent computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong organizational skills.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.

• Experience leading technical aspects of consulting engagements in regard to heavy industrial sectors such as power generation and delivery and oil, gas, and chemical.

• Experience on consulting projects, client operations, or executing program management within the critical infrastructure industry.

• Understanding of general business and financial principles.

• Experience with communicating across business segments to understand project objectives.

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

Job Engineering

Primary Location US-MO-Kansas City

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time

About 1898 & Co. 1898 & Co. is a business, technology and security solutions consultancy where experience and foresight come together to unlock lasting advancements. We innovate today to fuel our clients’ future growth, catalyzing insights that drive smarter decisions, improve performance and maximize value. As part of Burns & McDonnell, we draw on more than 120 years of deep and broad experience in complex industries as we envision and enable the future for our clients.

Req ID: 265163

Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-EH #E98 N/A