Strategic Utility BESS Services Lead | Hybrid

Black & Veatch; Jacksonville (FL); Hybrid; USD 219,000 - 372,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

ESOP ownership

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Black & Veatch is seeking a Utilities BESS Services Lead to steer the growth and execution of the company’s utility-scale BESS services. You will champion a Seller-Doer PM model, managing portfolio strategy and long-term client engagement with utility owners and operators.

The role requires 12+ years in power/utility sectors, strong leadership, and financial acumen. It is a hybrid position with travel up to 50% across the US.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required or equivalent experience.
• 12+ years of experience in power, energy, utility infrastructure, industrial, or related markets.
• 5+ years of leadership experience managing programs, portfolios, business units, professional services groups or complex capital projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the strategic plan for growing the Utility BESS Services business.
• Lead and grow Utility BESS professional services offerings including Owner's Engineering, FEED, development support, and related services.
• Balance client commitments, staffing requirements, and business objectives across the portfolio.
• Monitor portfolio health, utilization, schedule performance, profitability, client satisfaction, and resource requirements.
• Lead portfolio reviews and corrective action planning where required.
• Identify emerging utility client needs and develop service offerings.
• Establish trusted advisor relationships with utility asset owners and operators.

Skills

Leadership

Portfolio management

Business development

Client relationship management

Strategic planning

Financial acumen

Contract negotiation

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or related field

Job description

Black & Veatch is seeking a Utilities BESS Services Lead to steer the growth and execution of the company’s utility-scale BESS services. You will champion a Seller-Doer PM model, managing portfolio strategy and long-term client engagement with utility owners and operators.

The role requires 12+ years in power/utility sectors, strong leadership, and financial acumen. It is a hybrid position with travel up to 50% across the US.