Regional Planning Leader - Watersheds & Stormwater

Regional Planning Leader - Watersheds & Stormwater Date: Feb 27, 2026 Location: Columbia, SC, 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 Opportunity Type : Staff Project Only Hire : No Why Black and Veatch Black & Veatch has an exciting opportunity for a Business Leader position focused on growing our stormwater planning and design, water quality, hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, and green infrastructure practices across the Eastern United States. As an employee-owned, global leader in building critical infrastructure in the energy, water, telecommunications and government services markets, Black & Veatch has a long-standing reputation for providing world-class service to our clients. #LI-KB2 The Opportunity Within our U.S. water resources and community planning business, we have seen consistent growth driven by our clients’ needs to address challenges stemming from stormwater regulations, flooding, water quality impairments driven by wet weather runoff, asset management, and efforts to increase the use of green infrastructure and nature-based solutions. We anticipate an increased focus on integrated stormwater planning and holistic watershed management as State and Federal agencies emphasize controlling stormwater, non-point source pollution, and TMDL enforcement. Population growth and aging infrastructure are driving planning needs related to supply diversification, distribution and collection system expansions and rehab and repair. In addition, stormwater is often a key piece of resilience planning and implementation for communities. These services represent a strategic business initiative for Black & Veatch, and this leadership position – focused on water resources, stormwater, integrated planning, and asset management – is designed to help the company grow its market share throughout the Eastern United States by providing world-class planning and water resources services to our clients. This position is based in Columbia, SC. Regular travel, throughout the state, is anticipated. Key Responsibilities Lead business development efforts in South Carolina through the identification and capture of the following services: Planning and/or design of stormwater improvements, including open channels, storm or combined sewer systems, and stormwater detention/retention facilities. Planning and/or design of nature-based solutions, green infrastructure, and sustainable watershed measures, including structural BMPs. Planning and/or design of coastal resilience works. Planning and/or design of flood mitigation improvements, including dams, levees, reservoirs, and pumpstations. Erosion and sediment control planning and design, including SWPPP development. Regulatory compliance and permitting efforts for USACE, FEMA, and other environmental permit submittals. Scenario planning efforts for CSO, SSO, stormwater, and TMDL compliance projects. The application of sophisticated collection system, watershed and receiving stream H&H and water quality models. Planning efforts related to supply diversification, collection/distribution system expansions and rehab and repair, etc. Build client relationships throughout the target geography to drive growth of the business Identify professionals and participate in the hiring process in targeted local markets to grow local businesses and execution teams From time to time, lead the execution of the services listed above and act as Project Manager. Interface with innovative stormwater, water quality, and planning partners to leverage new technologies and approaches for the benefit of our clients. Preferred Qualifications 15+ years of water resources planning and design experience Experience identifying, strategizing, pursuing, and capturing municipal and utility water resources projects and programs Experience developing and executing planning and water resource projects The ability to manage and lead a team of professionals across a significant geography Have familiarity with some or all of the following platforms HEC-RAS HEC-HMS EPA/XP-SWMM InfoWorks ICM EFDC CFD ArcGIS Cityworks, Lucity, or other Asset Management/CMMS systems Experience with regulatory requirements and procedures 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 or equivalent experience in Engineering work. 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. Holds an active engineering registration or licensure to support engineer of record (EOR) requirements for BV projects in applicable countries, and supports where necessary. Certifications P.E. - Registered Professional Engineer 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. Salary Plan REG: Registered Engineering Job Grade 017 Black & Veatch endeavors to make accessible to any and all users. 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