Sr. Project Engineering Manager - Power Generation

About the position

At Black & Veatch, our employee-owners go beyond the project. For over a century, we have been breaking down social, economic and geographic barriers by making life's critical resources accessible to all. Working with us, you will help provide critical expertise as we, along with our valued clients, deliver solutions that positively impact communities around the world. Our professionals are our greatest asset, and we believe nothing is more important than the health, happiness and professional growth of our employee-owners. With a focus on flexible work-life balance options, an expanding and diverse workforce, and limitless career growth opportunities, we will give you our best to help you give us your best, and together we can build a world of difference. Req Id : 114465 Opportunity Type : Staff Relocation eligible : Yes Full time/Part time : Full-Time Contract Hire Only for this Project : No Visa Sponsorship Available: No Why Black & VeatchBlack & Veatch allows you to lend your talent and perspective to humanity’s biggest challenges in a flexible environment where you are empowered to grow and explore new possibilities. We offer competitive compensation; 401K match and benefits that start day 1. Our hybrid environment allows you to balance your work and personal life. At Black & Veatch, you own your career with purpose and meaning. You are empowered to grow and explore new possibilities at every step of your career journey. Bring your big ideas knowing you are safe to be who you are and speak up with concerns or questions and put your diverse talents and perspectives to use.The OpportunityAs the Sr. 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 Support client interaction, proposals, and business development The TeamBlack & Veatch is Ranked #4 Overall in Power by Engineering News-Record (2025). Our Technology, Commercial & Industrial Team has specialized capabilities focused on the latest needs for clients in a fast-growth technology-led arena of advanced manufacturing, and generative AI computing including gigafactories, bio/ag tech, data centers and distributed infrastructure. By joining our market sector, you will have the opportunity to be involved in cutting-edge technology and work with a team that moves quickly with decisions and expectations. Our specialized team provides complete engineering, procurement, and construction new asset and operating asset services in the following areas: Substations Renewables Integration HVDC/FACTS/STATCOM Datacenters Integration BESS Integration Explore our Power Generation Capabilities | Black & VeatchKey ResponsibilitiesProject Execution: 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 Establishes a workplan 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 Power Generation projects Drive solutions to achieve project goals Management Responsibilities: Reviews lower-level engineering work or assignments Responsible for hiring, discipline, and pay administration of their subordinates

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
  • Establishes 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
  • Reviews lower-level engineering work or assignments
  • Responsible for hiring, discipline, and pay administration of their subordinates

Requirements

  • 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 11 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.

Nice-to-haves

  • 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.

Benefits

  • competitive compensation
  • 401K match
  • benefits that start day 1
  • flexible work-life balance options
  • health, life accident and disability insurances
  • paid time off
  • financial programs
  • performance-based bonus program
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