Regional Director - Mining, Metals, & Fertilizers

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 : 113436 Opportunity Type : Staff Relocation eligible : No Full time/Part time : Full-Time Project Only Hire : No Visa Sponsorship Available: No Why Black and Veatch Black & 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 one.  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 Opportunity Join Black & Veatch, one of the largest employee-owned companies in the U.S., and help shape the future of mining and critical minerals. We are seeking a Project Director to lead growth and delivery in our Mining, Metals & Fertilizers segment. This role combines regional business development with project execution leadership, managing client relationships and complex projects across the Intermountain West. You’ll work with a talented, collaborative team focused on converting critical resources into metals and minerals—while advancing renewable energy and sustainability initiatives.What You’ll Do Build and grow client relationships in Mining, Metals, Fertilizers, and Chemicals as primary focus. Will also support across the total Fuel and Natural Resources business sector for other clients and opportunities as well. Identify opportunities, win work, and lead the execution of the projects. Act as Project Director, ensuring safety, quality, schedule, and profitability. Mentor Project Managers and collaborate with Client Account Managers. Drive strategic growth aligned with Black & Veatch’s Strategy. You will manage bottom-line results across a portfolio of projects leveraging Black & Veatch’s multidisciplinary solutions:Process EngineeringIndustrial WaterDistributed InfrastructureAdvanced Power GenerationRenewablesEnvironmental ServicesAsset ManagementO&MInfrastructure Technology & Cybersecurity Key ResponsibilitiesStrategy, Growth & Commercial Leadership Partner with F&NR Segment Leaders to develop and execute strategic plans aligned with Strategy and business goals. Continue to build Black & Veatch’s presence in the Mining & Natural Resources markets, anticipate trends, and maintain competitive advantage. Drive business capture: meet with clients, contractors, vendors, and partners to shape strategy, pursue new business, negotiate contracts, and review project status. Support strategic alliances and growth initiatives; oversee opportunities for new/repeat business and finalize key contract negotiations with client executives and project managers/directors. Manage multiple clients and be accountable for expanded new business objectives. Project Delivery & Execution Actively promote a safety-first culture across all project sites and teams. Direct complex EPC/EPCM and services projects requiring global resources, multiple partners, and/or multiple PMs. Own day-to-day successful execution across performance, financial metrics, planning, schedule, quality, contractual compliance, safety, and client satisfaction. Lead and manage a portfolio of project teams; participate in proposal and project reviews to ensure quality and manage client expectations. Develop project staffing plans, resource assignments, and execution methodologies; ensure compliance with standards and procedures. Influence and manage budgets, including Project Gross Margin (PGM), revenue, and overhead; may include capital or corporate services budgets. Negotiate, assess, and mitigate contractual risk across projects and subcontractors; maintain strategic alliances where appropriate. Management Responsibilities Acts as a seller/doer Project Director, leading and managing project teams (composition varies by project). Serves as a culture leader, exemplifying company values and inspiring teams with collaboration, integrity, respect, and positive intent. Preferred Qualifications15+ years’ experience, Mining project exposure, proven success in services and EPC delivery. Demonstrated experience with services work, EPC/EPCM projects, and complex risk profiles; experience with M&M projects. Deep knowledge of the mining and natural resources market, with existing client relationships in the segment. Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Business Management, or a related technical discipline (or equivalent experience). Minimum QualificationsBachelor’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.Work Environment/Physical DemandsHybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based upon manager discretion, job performance and work assignments.Salary PlanPMT: Project ManagementJob Grade019Black & Veatch endeavors to make accessible 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 or via our accommodations request form. 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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.For our EEO Policy Statement, please click here. 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 Annual compensation range is applicable for the job and location associated with this requisition: $161,183.00 - $274,010.00