Construction Manager Practice Lead Job Details | Black & Veatch Family of Companies

Construction Manager Practice Lead Date: Sep 18, 2026 Location: Irvine, CA, US San Marcos, CA, US Los Angeles, CA, US San Diego, CA, US Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies Together, we own our company, our future, and our shared success. As an employee-owned company, our people are Black & Veatch. We put them at the center of everything we do and empower them to grow, explore new possibilities and use their diverse talents and perspectives to solve humanity's biggest challenges in an ever-evolving world. With over 100 years of innovation in sustainable infrastructure and our expertise in engineering, procurement, consulting and construction, together we are building a world of difference. Company : Black & Veatch Corporation Req Id : 115110 Opportunity Type : Staff Relocation eligible : No Full time/Part time : Full-Time Project Only Hire : No Visa Sponsorship Available: No The Opportunity Black & Veatch’s has an exciting role serving as our Construction Management Practice Leader in the Southern California region. As our Southern California Construction Management Practice Leader you will be able to provide CM Solutions through regulated utilities and government agencies. The Construction Management Practice Leader role is a prominent leadership position that works across our Southern California Operations, National Program Management/Construction Management Solutions Group, and our National Construction Operations. This position requires a construction management professional that is a self-starter with excellent communication skills (oral, written), business acumen, and exceptional inter-personal skills. Our Construction Management Team has an extensive resume of current project to leverage, including marque projects in water treatment facilities, dams, tunnels, and water conveyance systems. This role includes expanding our Southern California region presence, wining new work, driving industry leading CM project performance, and leading and building a best-in-market Construction Management practice. A key measure of success will be the volume of new business with consistent annual growth. Other key objectives for this position are: Lead and support Capture in collaboration with BV Client Directors of CM Projects in the region, including but not limited to pre-selling BV COM services, client engagement and brown bag presentations, proposal/bid development, and Orals presentations. Provide construction management practice leadership, construction management and technical support to our Client and Construction Management teams on active contracts. Mentoring and Expanding our construction management resources in the region. Strengthening our earned revenue and profitability on construction management projects. Coordination with Construction Operations Leaders nationally on construction management staffing and execution doctrines. Support national leadership in expanding the construction management tools and resources needed to provide exceptional service to our clients, and bring forth personal experiences and lessons learned to enhance our service offering and execution. Key Responsibilities Strengthen the brand of a Black & Veatch service offering for 3rd Party Construction Management in Southern California regions by maintaining visibility in external market with clients and teaming partners. Serve as an internal champion for Construction Management with local Southern California offices leadership including Execution Executives, Client Directors, and Project Managers. With other Business Leaders, support the development of Construction Management based on thought leadership and innovation that addresses Project and Program drivers based on anticipated client needs. Build strong client relationships with both internal and external clients. Lead or support early Construction Management opportunity identification, development of pursuit and capture plans, strategy development, and pre-positioning. Build effective relationships with teaming partners. Identify gaps and suggest improvements to the current tools and processes employed. Identify and develop resources that support the execution of Construction Management. Target hires into the business who can be mentored and developed into the next generation of key Construction Management support resources. Serve in the project role of: Project Director, Program Manager, or Construction Manager on major projects to support pursuits and the execution of project/program contracts, as required. To promote alignment with our Corporate Initiatives, the following outlines your responsibilities within this framework: Clients Assist with development of and implementation of the Business Plans and Client Capture Plans. Provide marketing and business development leadership through identification and evaluation of opportunities and pursuits, teaming, and development of pursuit strategies in collaboration with Client Directors. Lead and support proposals and projects execution. Support participation in professional society activities such as CMAA, AWWA, WEF, ASCE with technical advice to participants and provision of papers presentations, etc. Be visible in the construction industry and promote various Communities of Practice, including Program Management, Asset Management and Planning, Treatment facilities, Water conveyance systems, Dams, Tunnels, etc. Assume the role of Project Director and Project Manager with assigned clients, pursu ets, projects, and other specific instances as required. People Be the Champion for recruiting professionals and understand departmental hiring plans. Specifically, play a leadership role in developing a region hiring plan, identify candidates, and lead recruiting efforts. Provide stable leadership to staff through mentoring, coordinating staff assignments. Execution Support the Regions and all our Client Directors and Project Managers to achieve project goals for safety, quality, financial profitability, and overall technical performance. Develop annual goals and Individual Development Plans for professionals assigned. Actively participate in project execution on assigned basis. Management Responsibilities Acts as a project manager. Among responsibilities is management of a project team. The individual comprising this team may vary by project. Preferred Qualifications BS degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related engineering discipline. Advanced degrees a plus. 20+ years of Construction Management delivery of major infrastructure project experience. 20+ years of client business development and proposal development. Served as the Construction Manager in the delivery of major infrastructure construction projects greater than $100M in construction costs: Water/Wastewater facilities Pump Stations Water/sewer pipeline systems Water conveyance systems, dams, tunnels. 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. Certifications Professional Engineering (PE) License in California Required. CMAA Certified Construction Manager (CCM) preferred. Design-Build Institute of America (DBIA) Certificate preferred. 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 Sitting/standing/computer usage for extended periods of time Ability to utilize video/audio conferencing software tools for internal/external communication Travel to client sites Salary Plan PMT: Project Management Job Grade 020 Black & Veatch endeavors to makeaccessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process because of a disability, please contact the Employee Relations Department at View phone number on click.appcast.io orvia our. This contact information is for disability accommodation requests only; you may not use this contact information to inquire about the status of applications. General inquiries about the status of applications will not be returned. This job posting will remain open until a suitable candidate(s) has been identified. Black & Veatch is committed to being an employer of choice by creating a valuable work experience that keeps our people engaged, productive, safe and healthy. Our comprehensive benefits portfolio is a key component of this commitment and offers and array of health care benefits including but not limited to medical, dental and vision insurances along with disability and a robust wellness program. To support a healthy work-life balance, we offer flexible work schedules, paid vacation and holiday time, sick time and dependent sick time. A variety of additional benefits are available to our professionals, including a company matched 401k plan, adoption reimbursement, vendor discounts, an employment referral program, AD&D insurance, pre-taxed accounts, voluntary legal plan and the B&V Credit Union. Professionals may also be eligible for a performance-based bonus program. We are proud to be a 100 percent ESOP-owned company. As employee-owners, our professionals are empowered to drive not only their personal growth, but the company's long-term achievements - and they share in the financial rewards of that success through stock ownership. By valuing diverse voices and perspectives, we cultivate an authentically inclusive environment for professionals and are able to provide innovative and effective solutions for clients. 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. Notice to External Search Firms Black & Veatch does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not be obligated to pay a placement fee for unsolicited resumes. Black & Veatch Talent Acquisition engages with search firms directly for hiring needs. In accordance with local law, the following Annualcompensation range is applicable for the job and location associated with this requisition: $193,787.00- $329,429.00 Nearest Major Market Irvine California Nearest Secondary Market Los Angeles Job Segment Wastewater, Water Treatment, Construction, Civil Engineer, Engineer, Engineering #J-18808-Ljbffr Black & Veatch