Project Engineering Manager - Power Generation

Black & Veatch; Gaithersburg (MD); Hybrid; USD 131,352 - 219,360; Full time

Job summary

Black & Veatch is seeking a Power Generation Project Engineering Manager to lead diverse projects across our design and EPC services. This role involves managing teams, ensuring design quality, and supporting business development.

Applicants should possess a bachelor's degree in engineering and a minimum of 5 years of related work experience. A P.E. license is highly preferred. The position offers hybrid work options after initial employment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years related work experience in project management.
• P.E. license highly preferred.
• Experience with gas turbine projects in the USA.

Responsibilities

• Lead multi-discipline team of engineers.
• Prepare complex engineering deliverables for projects.
• Develop and manage project budgets and schedules.

Skills

Engineering management

EPC project management

Client engagement

Communication skills

Project lifecycle understanding

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

Position Summary

As the Power Generation Project Engineering Manager, you will have the opportunity to lead a multi‑discipline team of engineers and technicians, manage diverse and challenging projects across our portfolio of design services and EPC programs, oversee design quality, budget, and schedule, and support client interaction, proposals, and business development.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare complex engineering deliverables for multiple or mega projects.
• Conduct research to develop equipment and material recommendations.
• Manage data and perform complex engineering calculations.
• Develop and manage project budgets, schedules, and quality requirements across multiple disciplines.
• Lead larger production teams, coordinate multiple discipline activities, and serve as the responsible charge for a project.
• Establish a workplan to be applied to a project.
• Identify key client interests and drivers for moderately complex projects.
• Communicate client concerns to project team members and develop solutions.
• Provide support for business development or pursuit activities.
• Manage project changes directly with the client under Project Manager supervision.
• Lead large multi‑discipline teams to meet project deliverables.
• Provide technical leadership for complex Power Generation projects.
• Drive solutions to achieve project goals.
• Review lower‑level engineering work or assignments.
• Responsible for hiring, discipline, and pay administration of subordinates.

Preferred Qualifications

• P.E. license highly preferred.
• Experience managing Engineering, Procurement, Construction (EPC) or design services for simple cycle and combined cycle gas turbine projects in the United States.
• Experience in engineering management and design of power generation facilities with strong understanding of overall project lifecycle.
• Good communication skills and interest in engaging with clients to grow relationships.
• Advanced knowledge of engineering design principles and applicable design guides and standards.
• Working knowledge of procurement process and contract administration.
• Working knowledge of the proposal process and developing engineering estimates.

Minimum Qualifications

Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering from either a recognized accredited program in their home country or the country in which the professional is practicing. Minimum of 5 years related work experience. All applicants must be able to complete pre‑employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based upon manager discretion, job performance and work assignments.
• Ability to utilize audio/videoconferencing software tools for internal/external communication.
• Sitting/standing/computer usage for extended periods of time.
• Travel to client sites.

EEO Statement

BVH, Inc., its subsidiaries and its affiliated companies, complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) laws and regulations. Black & Veatch does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status or other status protected by law.

Salary & Job Grade

Annual compensation range: $131,352.00 - $219,360.00. Job Grade: 016.