Project Manager - Advanced Power Generation 1

Black & Veatch Corporation; Overland Park (KS); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedules

Paid vacation and holiday time

401k plan

Job summary

Black & Veatch Corporation in Overland Park, KS is looking for a Project Manager to oversee medium to large Engineering Procurement Construction (EPC) projects. The ideal candidate will be responsible for project execution, managing risks, and ensuring client satisfaction.

15 years of experience in Engineering or Project Management is preferred, along with previous EPC experience in the Power Industry. Hybrid work options may be available after initial employment.

Qualifications

• 15 years of experience in Engineering, Construction, or Project Management.
• Previous EPC experience in Power Industry / Gas Fired Technology.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of medium to large EPC/Service projects.
• Coordinate activities with third-party companies.
• Manage day-to-day project execution and client satisfaction.

Skills

Project management

EPC experience

Risk management

Client negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Project Manager - Advanced Power Generation 1

Date: May 23, 2026

Location: Overland Park, KS, US; Ann Arbor, MI, US; Cary, NC, US; Houston, TX, US

Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies

Together, we own our company, our future, and our shared success.

Opportunity Type

Staff

Project Only Hire

No

The Opportunity

Manages all aspects of medium to large Engineering Procurement Construction (EPC)/Service projects, including risk to cost, schedule, quality. Responsible for the day-to-day successful execution of contracted engineering, procurement, and construction scope in the areas of performance, financial metrics, planning, schedule, quality, contractual compliance, safety, and client satisfaction. Provides for the successful staffing of the project. Manages and leads medium to large teams of multi-discipline professionals. Coordinates and integrates the activities associated with the engineering, procurement, construction, and startup elements of the project team, including the activities of all third party companies contributing to the initiative.

Key Responsibilities

• Manages medium to large engineering projects involving multiple clients or partners, or small EPC projects with minimal risk.
• Manages multiple Services clients or a small EPC project client.
• Obtains new/repeat business on medium to large size projects; supports contract negotiations with other client personnel.
• Manages risk which may include fixed price, new technology, non domestic markets or new clients.

Preferred Qualifications

15 Years of Experience in Engineering, Construction or Project Management

Previous EPC experience in Power Industry / Gas Fired Technology

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent 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.
• Typical office environment: Sitting, standing, computer usage for extended periods of time.
• Typical construction environment, extreme weather conditions, high noise level, safety hazards (electric currents, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to chemicals), atmospheric conditions (fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, poor ventilation). Sitting, walking, talking, hearing, reading, writing, keyboarding, driving, filing, reaching, stooping, crouching, bending, standing for extended periods of time, lifting or carrying up to 40 pounds.

Salary Plan

PMT: Project Management

Job Grade

019

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