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Burns & McDonnell Senior Project Manager - Transmission & Distribution (Toronto) in Toronto, Ontario
Description
Our Transmission & Distribution global practice has an immediate need for a Senior Project Manager to lead large scale electric Transmission Lines projects from early development through execution and close-out. This is a hands on senior role requiring deep technical, commercial, and project controls expertise, with the ability to operate independently and drive results in complex, regulated environments.
This role reports to the Program Manager and holds full accountability for project delivery, cost, schedule, risk, and client satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities
Lead transmission line projects across the full lifecycle: route development support, environmental assessment coordination, permitting, regulatory interfaces, land acquisition coordination, engineering, procurement, construction, and close-out
Support and participate in Northern Ontario First Nations engagement, including relationship management, negotiation support, and Indigenous procurement coordination in alignment with client and regulatory requirements
Own commercial management including:
Contract review and administration
Development of commercial frameworks
RFP strategy, packaging, and execution
Change management and claims support
Lead the development, review, and challenge of project estimates, and build clear, defensible business cases to support funding and investment approvals
Maintain full accountability for cost management:
Budget development and control
Forecasting and cash flow
Change control and executive-level reporting
Direct and integrate project controls functions (schedule, cost, risk), ensuring data driven decision making and actionable reporting
Lead multidisciplinary teams (Engineering, Environmental, Community Relations, Indigenous Relations, Real Estate, construction) and align them to project outcomes
Serve as the primary client interface, managing expectations, risks, and escalations proactively
Identify and implement practical, non-standard solutions when traditional processes are insufficient to achieve project objectives
Promote a strong safety, quality, and risk-aware culture across all project activities
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (or equivalent experience)
8 years of project management experience, with direct experience on transmission line projects
Demonstrated experience supporting:
Environmental assessments and regulatory processes (PM perspective)
Route development and land acquisition interfaces
Indigenous engagement and procurement on major infrastructure projects
Strong commercial and financial project management capability
Proven ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and drive results in complex delivery environments
Professional Engineer (P.Eng) and/or PMP considered strong assets
Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
Benefits
We provide a comprehensive benefits package to support your overall well-being. This includes extended health and dental coverage, disability and life insurance, paid time off, and wellness initiatives. Eligible employees also participate in our Canadian Equity Participation Plan (CEPP) and retirement savings program.
This job posting will remain open for a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.
Equal Opportunity Statement
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.
Pay Transparency & Accessibility Statement
This posting is for an existing vacancy.
AI is not used in the screening or selection process for this role.
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
Job Project Management
Primary Location CA-ON-Toronto
Schedule: Full-time
Travel: Yes, 15 % of the Time
Req ID: 260373
Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-JNH #CAN