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Pipeline Project Manager (Great Lakes Region)

Burns & McDonnell
full-time
Downers Grove, IL
Posted 10/22/2026

Job Description

Description

Burns & McDonnell has an opportunity in our Transmission and Distribution (T&D) Group for a Pipeline Project Manager in our Great Lakes Region (GLR), including our Chicago and/or Downers Grove offices. We are looking for the right candidate to join our rapidly growing team and pursue an exciting, rewarding career with one of the best places to work in the US.

The Project Manager will direct and coordinate all aspects of pipeline and facility work for natural gas utilities and midstream owners and operators. Major responsibilities for the Project Manager will include:

  • Develop business and relationships with clients.

  • Prepare proposals, assist in presentations, and participate in contract negotiations.

  • Serve as the project point of contact with the Owner regarding efforts such as client coordination, strategic planning, scope management, and budgeting.

  • Provide overall management of projects from concept to completion[WT1.1].

  • Develop and monitor project schedules, manage scope, and control project costs.

  • Assist with internal project financials (detailed, accurate project cost forecast and accruals), staffing, legal coordination, risk management, change management, and human resource issues.

  • 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.

  • Manage all aspects of project communication.

  • Develop and implement project policies and procedures, establish project control systems, and implement the project execution plan.

  • Work closely with the Project Team to ensure deliverables and services are delivered to clients' satisfaction and that projects follow internal QA/QC guidelines.

  • Report regularly on progress, cost, and schedule metrics, procurement issues, safety or environmental concerns, design questions, potential impacts, and any issues requiring office support.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or a related degree from an accredited program, and 7 years of applicable experience required.

  • Prior experience on construction project sites or in program management in the aviation, commercial, energy, government, manufacturing, oil & gas, process, transmission & distribution, or water industries is preferred.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

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

  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, demanding work environment; ability to work overtime on short notice.

  • Excellent computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office.

  • Ability to work collaboratively with others (owners, contractors, engineers, 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.

Compensation

$150,000.00-240,000.00 Yearly

The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in compliance with all local/state regulations. The expected compensation range for this position is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to: individual education, qualifications, prior work experience and work location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary and eligibility to participate in our discretionary year-end incentive bonus program.

Benefits

Our extensive benefits package takes care of you so that you can focus on doing great work. From insurance and disability to time off and wellness programs, we provide the tools to meet your needs. As part of being 100% employee-owned, eligible employees participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) in addition to our 401(k) retirement program. For more information, please visit the Benefits & Wellness page.

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

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

Job Project Management

Primary Location US-IL-Chicago

Other Locations US-IL-Downers Grove

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 5 % of the Time

Req ID: 263447

Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-MG #T&D

About the job

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Salary

$150,000 - $240,000 / year

Job Type

full-time

Location

Downers Grove, IL

Category

Project Management

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