Senior Project Engineering Manager - Substation

Black & Veatch; Burlington (MA); Hybrid; USD 162,384 - 271,176; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care benefits

Paid vacation and holiday time

401k plan

Performance-based bonus program

Job summary

Black & Veatch is seeking a Senior Substation Project Engineering Manager to lead and manage diverse projects. You will oversee a multi-discipline team, ensuring design quality, budget adherence, and client interaction.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in engineering, has over 11 years of related experience, preferably with a P.E. License, and demonstrates strong communication and technical skills in substation projects.

This position offers hybrid work options and a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Minimum 11 years related work experience required.
• P.E. License highly preferred.
• Experience in managing EPC or design services substation and switchyard projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead a multi-discipline team of engineers and technicians.
• Prepare complex engineering deliverables for mega projects.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, and quality requirements.

Skills

Project management

Engineering design principles

Client communication

Team leadership

Technical expertise in substations

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

Job Title: Senior Substation Project Engineering Manager

Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies (Black & Veatch Corporation)

Locations: Burlington, MA; Denver, CO; Irvine, CA; Chicago, IL; Bloomington, MN; Walnut Creek, CA

Job Type: Full-Time

Relocation Eligible: Yes

Visa Sponsorship: No

Opportunity

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 work plan to be applied to a project

Client Interface

• 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

Technical Expertise

• Lead large multi-discipline teams to meet project deliverables
• Provide technical leadership for complex substation projects
• Drive solutions to achieve project goals

Management Responsibilities

• 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 EPC or design services substation and switchyard projects for investor owned utilities in the United States
• Experience in design of substation facilities with strong understanding of overall project lifecycle, layout design and optimization, relay protection & control, civil/structural designs, and technical knowledge of major equipment associated with substation facilities
• 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

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited program
• Minimum of 11 years related work experience
• Must complete pre-employment onboarding requirements, including criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search in compliance with applicable laws and regulations

Certifications

Depending on the nature of work performed, incumbents are typically required to have professional registration or licensure in their designated home office country, or be in active pursuit of such registration. Additional registration may be needed when practicing in a different country. Exceptions may be approved by division management on a case-by-case basis.

Work Environment / Physical Demands

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

Compensation Transparency

• Colorado: $148,852–$248,578
• Illinois: $148,852–$248,578
• Minnesota: $142,086–$237,279
• California: $155,618–$237,640
• Massachusetts: $162,384–$271,176

Benefits

• Health care benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Disability benefits and robust wellness program
• Paid vacation and holiday time, sick time, and dependent sick time
• Company matched 401k plan, adoption reimbursement, vendor discounts, employment referral program, AD&D insurance, pre-tax accounts, voluntary legal plan, and B&V Credit Union
• Performance-based bonus program

Equal Employment Opportunity

BVH, Inc., its subsidiaries and affiliated companies comply with all Equal Employment Opportunity 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.

All inquiries that are not job related will not be answered. The posting will remain open until a suitable candidate is identified.