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Senior Project Engineering Manager - Substation

$155.62k - $259.88k

Black & Veatch

Senior Project Engineering Manager - Substation

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: 115329 Opportunity Type: Staff Relocation eligible: Yes Full time/Part time: Full-Time Project Only Hire: No Visa Sponsorship Available: No

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

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

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.

Compensation Transparency

State of Colorado: 148,852-248,578 State of California: $155,618 - $259,877 Salary Plan ENG: Engineering Job Grade 017

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