Senior Project Engineering Manager - Substation Job Details | Black & Veatch Family of Companies

Senior Project Engineering Manager - Substation
Locations
Overland Park, KS, US Greenwood Village, CO, US Walnut Creek, CA, US Tualatin, OR, US Ann Arbor, MI, US Irvine, CA, US Orlando, FL, US

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The Opportunity
As the

Senior Substation 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

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The Team
Black & 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

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Key Responsibilities
Project 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 Substation 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

Preferred Qualifications

P.E. License highly preferred

Experience managing Engineering, Procurement, Construction (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

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.

Certifications
Most positions – depending on the nature of work performed as defined by the division – will typically require incumbents to have professional registration or licensure in their designated home office country, or be in active pursuit of such registration. Additional professional registration or licensure may be needed when practicing or on assignment 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, job performance and work assignments.

Ability to utilize audio/videoconferencing software tools for internal/external communication

Sitting/standing/computer usage for extended periods of time

Travel to client sites

Compensation Transparency
In accordance with local requirements, the annual compensation ranges for this role are listed below by state or jurisdiction and reflect the applicable office location(s) within each. Final compensation is determined based on factors such as skills, experience, qualifications, internal alignment, geographic location, and other factors permitted by law.

State of Colorado: 148,852-248,578

State of California: $155,618 - $293,774

Salary Plan
ENG: Engineering

Job Grade
017

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Our comprehensive benefits portfolio is a key component of this commitment and offers an 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.

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