Burns & McDonnell

This entry-level project controls and scheduling scheme focuses on project lifecycle tracking, financial auditing, and schedule logic development, training recent engineering or construction management graduates to construct Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), administer commercial change orders, and run enterprise planning and controls software.DescriptionThe Graduate Project Controls Specialist/ Planner will support all aspects of project controls and reporting, including, project change management, cost control, progress measurement, schedule development and schedule control.Assist project set-up in the Enterprise Planning & Controls software.Input data, maintain logs, and run reports in the Enterprise Planning & Controls software or other tools.Assist with creating Work Breakdown Structure (WBS).Assist with developing, implementing, and maintaining scheduling reports, cost reports, cash flows and forecasts on small projects.Responsible for following project execution plans.Assist with reviewing and approving Purchase Orders and/or Subcontracts for proper coding.Input and document changes to cost reports or forecasts.Assist with upstream (prime contract) and downstream (purchase order & subcontract) change orders.Assist with the development of a cash flow.Assist in the development of various levels of schedules.Assist in applying logic ties within the schedule.Assist with resource loading of a schedule.Assist with coordinating project schedules and the development of scheduling reports.Assist with retrieving, reviewing and distributing pre-programmed scheduling reports along with back-up documentation.Assist with updating and documenting schedule progress.Assist with developing and maintaining an earned value management system.Assist with verifying progress measurements.Assist with developing and maintaining progress curves.Assist with material takeoffs.Assist quality checks and inspections on project controls deliverables.Assist with field audits to validate accuracy of reporting and processes.Performs other duties as assignedComplies with all policies and standardsQualificationsBachelor Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field required or;Applicable experience may be substituted for the degree requirement.Experience with Oracle Primavera P6 preferred.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Proficient with Microsoft Office.OSHA 10-hour safety certification Ability to obtain

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This entry-level substation design and power systems engineering scheme focuses on protection and control (P&C) documentation and high-voltage (HV) infrastructure design, training recent electrical engineering graduates to create electrical schematics, perform core electrical system calculations, and utilize 2D/3D CAD platforms within a collaborative multi-discipline project team.Description As a Graduate P&C engineer, you will assist in the preparation of project documentation working on live substation projects under the guidance of senior engineers. Working for clients such as National Grid, Scottish Power, and Scottish & Southern Energy amongst many, you will be responsible in part for the production of much of the project documentation used on live projects. As a valued member of the design team, you’ll have the chance to work on some major infrastructure projects up and down the country. Working on major substation connection projects both AIS & GIS you’ll be directly involved in the design process, contributing to the success of the business. Job duties:Assist in the design process on a number of live projects, which includes creating electrical schematics, grid plan layouts, electrical schematics, lighting system layout, protection and controls, and site and facility design. Ensuring that you follow all company, client and project design and drafting standards.Assist and input to various calculations required for substation design such as busbar short circuit calculations, cable sizing calculations, voltage drop calculations, DC battery sizing calculations, LVAC cable sizing calculation etcAssisting in the design of protection philosophy documents such as key line diagrams and single line diagramsAssist with set up of electrical CAD/BIM configuration and procedures according to project requirements at the beginning of a project for the electrical design team.Assist in preparing engineering drawings from rough sketches or from general engineering and design information (verbal instructions and notes) using CAD/BIM (Building Information Management) software programs.Assist with a full range of drawing production work including detailed design layouts / earthing layouts and performing calculations on non-routine assignments of substantial variety and complexity and implementing feedback from Engineers.Assist with the execution of a variety of electrical design assignments using prescribed methods and standard techniques including drawing sequence and presentation, sizing various system components such as LVAC / multicore cables.Maintain an overview of developments in CAD/BIM technologies, relevant BIM standards and Codes of Practice.Assist with the execution of changes to designs or sketches and mark-ups on ongoing projects and assist in assessing the implication of those changes on timescales and project cost.Working collaboratively with others including, but not limited to Project Managers, BIM Managers, Engineers, and Designers throughout the company in a multi-discipline project team environment to resolve design or drawing issues as appropriate and to accomplish objectives using BIM models.Assist with the analysis of reports, drawings, and tests to plan and design projects.Apply design codes and specifications related to design requirements.Review design drawings for quality assurance within scope, budget, and schedule. Perform project tasks and assignments within budgeted hours and deadlines.Organize and maintain all revisions of project drawings, plot files and project-related information are stored in a logical and well-structural manner.All other duties as assigned.Work under the guidance of senior engineers on a range of HV substation engineering topics, such as high voltage underground cable design, high level electrical busbar arrangements and subsequent calculations, protection and control systems and above & below ground earthing arrangements etc…Assist is maintaining compliance to CDM regulations, and all other legal and regulatory requirements associated with electrical system design.Demonstrate creativity, foresight, and judgement in anticipating and solving problems.QualificationsBachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Engineering or Construction technology or working towards AS similar qualification.Basic ability to utilize both 2D and 3D applications to prepare engineering drawings.Basic knowledge in the theory and practices of assigned discipline; competent in the fundamental concepts of other disciplines as they relate to the assigned discipline; and capable of operating related discipline design software necessary to execute production tasks.Excellent written & verbal communication skills.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.Desirable (But not essential):Basic understanding of design software such as: AutoCAD, Revit, and Excel to develop the design deliverables. Ability to learn and effectively utilize new design software programs.Understanding of Navisworks and Dynamo.Basic knowledge of BIM 360 and Autodesk Construction Cloud.Basic knowledge of BS1192 & ISO19650 relevant standards and guidance associated with delivering in a BIM level 2 environment.Basic knowledge of BIM Standards and industry guidance in relation to electronic output

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This summer 2026 internship focuses on applying standard electrical engineering techniques to the design and documentation of large-scale infrastructure, including data centers, manufacturing plants, and mission-critical facilities.DescriptionOur Engineering Interns are responsible for performing tasks requiring the application of standard engineering techniques and procedures. This includes standard design of engineering systems, correcting and updating designs, assisting lead engineers with various project duties, and other duties as assigned.Specific assignments and project work vary depending on the market segments. Please see below for information on each market:Global FacilitiesThe Global Facilities group is responsible for the planning and design of manufacturing facilities, administrative buildings, district energy systems, data centers, and mission-critical facilities. They work in a variety of industries including food and beverage, consumer products, healthcare, commercial, life sciences, pharmaceutical, and aerospace manufacturing industries. This opportunity is for a summer 2026 internship.Assist with tasks that may include filing, scanning, data entry, documentation, Power Point presentation.Assist with responses to general questions.Participate in continuous improvement efforts by collecting and analyzing data.Present solutions to concerns.Research solutions to project concerns; analyze and recommend solutions to problems.Assist with ad hoc projects as assigned by managers.Minimum of a 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.Involvement on campus or in the community preferred.Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently (i.e., without time limitations, without restrictions or without need for work sponsorship) in the country where this position is located.Performs other duties as assignedComplies with all policies and standardsQualificationsPursuit of Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related degree from an accredited program.Currently enrolled, and in good standing, in a post-secondary education and/or technical certificate program in a field related to the work done in the department.Minimum of a 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.Prior internship and/or related consulting experience preferred.Actively involved in campus, community or other volunteer activities or organizations.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Strong problem solving and analytical skills.Basic knowledge and experience in Microsoft Office programs, including, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.Demonstrated leadership skills.Self-motivated and eager learner, aptitude to grow and develop within the field.Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently (i.e., without time limitations, without restrictions or without need for work sponsorship) in the country where this position is located.

Posted 21 days ago

This role focuses on financial and contractual project control within the power sector, specifically managing cost-value reconciliations, subcontract administration, and NEC3/NEC4 contract change management to maximize project profitability.DescriptionThis role will provide commercial support at project level in aspects of commercial control. You will work on both live projects and tender opportunities within the power sector. You will use your experience of the NEC3 and NEC4 forms of contract (Options A and C) to administer projects effectively including the development and implementation of subcontracts with the supply chain.Demonstrate effective commercial knowledge project level to deliver all aspects of commercial control, with a real focus on the management and reconciliation of cost and valueThis role will be required to coordinate and communicate effectively with the wider project teams on matters of cost, value and risk management.Conduct monthly internal reporting through the CVR and internal commercial management procedures.Conduct monthly reporting to the client in accordance with the contract and the client periodical reporting procedureEnsure cash flow is optimised through the development of activity schedules, the submission of monthly valuations and the control of subcontractor accountsDrive the recovery of outstanding monies and ensure all queries are fully resolved in a timely mannerIdentify commercial risks, opportunities, value engineering and change eventsManage change events in accordance with the contract including early warnings, CE notification, CE quotation and through to CE implementation and inclusion into the new cost and programme baselines.Produce cost estimates and subcontract enquiries for both tender proposals and compensation events.Ensure the project delivery teams adhere to risk management procedures and financial complianceRecord the commercial KPI data at project level and minimize any potential negative effect on your projectsMaintain the projects adherence to payment timescalesPrepare and manage sub-contracts throughout the project, through to Final Account agreement.experience with administering projects in accordance with the NEC3 or NEC4 forms of contract (Option A and C) within the power sector or similar relevant industry sector.experience with the development, award and administration of subcontracts using the NEC3 or NEC4 formscoordinate and communicate effectively with the wider project teams on matters of cost, value and risk managementWork closely with the project delivery teams to enforce the business drivers and outcomes for your projectsMaximize profitability having regard to client and subcontractor relations, third party incomers and the company’s strategic objectives regarding client relations and the risk/reward philosophyA commercially and contractually astute individual that takes ownership of performanceAssistance with the management, preparation and submission of tender enquires.Undertake costing activities, utilizing a sound working knowledge of tender processInteract and communicate effectively with clients and colleagues to achieve project objectivesAble to manage multiple projects and conflicting deadlinesAble to work autonomously and/or as part of a project teamIdentifying new skills and competencies required to meet business needs and actively supporting development and recruitment of talentSupport the continued development of more junior team personnel providing commercial guidance and establishing training needs.Performs other duties as assignedComplies with all policies and standardsQualificationsBachelor Degree in engineering, construction management or related field required or;Higher National Diploma (or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying or other equivalent commercially related subject and 1 year relevant experience as a Quantity Surveyor.Awareness and experience of construction methods, technology, standard forms of measurement and the NEC 3 and NEC4 forms of contract (Options A & C)Excellent computer literacy with experience MS office suite of programmes.Ability to read, understand, interpret and analyze a project programmeChartership or working towards chartership through the RICS or similar accredited institutionExperience within the Power Transmission &Distribution sector preferred

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This role involves assisting licensed engineers in the conceptual design, CAD drafting, and technical analysis of mechanical systems for large-scale infrastructure projects, ranging from power plants to healthcare and military facilities.DescriptionThe Graduate Mechanical Engineer will work under the supervision of a licensed professional engineer to assist project teams to create world class designs for new projects, alterations and redevelopments on a variety of projects including power, process, corporate, healthcare, pipeline, airports, institutional, industrial, manufacturing, government and military facilities. The Assistant Mechanical Engineer will work with the project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting mechanical plans according to budget constraints, design factors or client needs.Assists in the mechanical design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion.Assists with modifying and reviewing production drawings for a variety of projects including, but not limited to: power plants, process facilities, industrial facilities, healthcare facilities, airports, educational institutions, commercial, and governmental and military facilities.Assists in designing mechanical components for project needs and requirements that are set forth by the project managers.Applies basic knowledge of commonly used mechanical engineering/design concepts, principles, practices, codes, and procedures within the mechanical engineering services industry.Assists with research and compiles project related data as required by the project managers.Assists with correcting and updating drawings provided by senior engineers to verify corrections are made within multiple CAD related software.Assists with client presentations, shop drawing review, and contract administration for the design of power, process, pipeline, industrial, healthcare, airports, educational institutions, commercial, and governmental and military facilities.Assists in performing field inspections, measurements or calculations for public and private clients.Performs other duties as assigned.Complies with all policies and standards.QualificationsBachelor Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related degree from an accredited program requiredPrior internship and/or related consulting experience preferred.Basic knowledge in standard mechanical engineering techniques, principles and procedures.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment and demonstrated critical thinking skills.Proficient computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite)Basic computer skills include AutoCAD, BIM (Revit), 3D Rendering Programs, hydraulic analysis, and HVAC analysis programs.Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem-solving skills.Demonstrated leadership skills.

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This role focuses on the technical side of project management by assisting with schedule development in Primavera P6, cost forecasting, progress measurement, and change management to ensure engineering and construction projects stay on track.DescriptionThe Graduate Project Controls Specialist/ Planner will support all aspects of project controls and reporting, including, project change management, cost control, progress measurement, schedule development and schedule control.Assist project set-up in the Enterprise Planning & Controls software.Input data, maintain logs, and run reports in the Enterprise Planning & Controls software or other tools.Assist with creating Work Breakdown Structure (WBS).Assist with developing, implementing, and maintaining scheduling reports, cost reports, cash flows and forecasts on small projects.Responsible for following project execution plans.Assist with reviewing and approving Purchase Orders and/or Subcontracts for proper coding.Input and document changes to cost reports or forecasts.Assist with upstream (prime contract) and downstream (purchase order & subcontract) change orders.Assist with the development of a cash flow.Assist in the development of various levels of schedules.Assist in applying logic ties within the schedule.Assist with resource loading of a schedule.Assist with coordinating project schedules and the development of scheduling reports.Assist with retrieving, reviewing and distributing pre-programmed scheduling reports along with back-up documentation.Assist with updating and documenting schedule progress.Assist with developing and maintaining an earned value management system.Assist with verifying progress measurements.Assist with developing and maintaining progress curves.Assist with material takeoffs.Assist quality checks and inspections on project controls deliverables.Assist with field audits to validate accuracy of reporting and processes.Performs other duties as assignedComplies with all policies and standardsQualificationsBachelor Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field required or;Applicable experience may be substituted for the degree requirement.Experience with Oracle Primavera P6 preferred.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Proficient with Microsoft Office.OSHA 10-hour safety certification Ability to obtain

Posted 21 days ago