Federal Project Manager - Missile Defense Agency Support (MDA)

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 Team

The  Black & Veatch Federal Business is grounded in history and engineering the future. We have 100+ years of experience supporting the Federal government and are dedicated to employing talented and passionate professionals. Our vision is to be the greatest infrastructure solutions provider delivering top tier and high-quality design and engineering services to the Federal government. Our primary areas of focus include: Architecture/Engineering (A/E) and Classified Design Services, Construction Designer of Record (DOR) Services, Environmental Services, and Integrated (multi subcontract) Services. 

Typical client base includes Department of Defense (DoD), United States Army Corp of Engineers (USACE), United States Air Force (NAVFAC), and many private companies in the Federal arena where Black & Veatch frequently teams for project execution in joint venture (JV) roles or utilizes a sub/prime contracting arrangement.

The Opportunity

The  Federal Project Manager will function in a project leadership capacity on Department of Defense contracts. In this role you will:

• Manage multiple small to medium sized Services projects
• Manage multiple Federal clients and/or projects, with specialized emphasis for the Missile Defense Agency (MDA)
• Support aspects of Business Development Obtaining new/repeat business on medium size projects; supports contract negotiations with client peers
• Reduce risk to B&V by managing profit on fixed price engineering projects, managing risk implementing new technology or working with new clients
• Act as a project manager. Among responsibilities is management of a project team. The individuals comprising this team may vary by project.

*This position supports Black & Veatch project work with the U.S. Federal Government. As a result, U.S. citizenship is a requirement.

The ideal candidate will be located in one of the eligible locations listed on this job posting. Candidates located near any Black & Veatch office may be considered. For a full list of our U.S. Offices, please visit

Preferred Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have prior experience with facilities and infrastructure projects for DOD, Air Force, and/or other Federal agencies/entities such as USACE, including developing qualifications packages, implementing UFC and FC requirements into DoD projects, understanding and implementing Federal Acquisition Regulations (FARs), and experience with full design projects (design-bid-build). We are looking for candidates with:

• 10+ years’ experience working with A/E design teams associated with the U.S. Department of Defense
• Experience with full project lifecycle from proposal to design to construction
• Professional Engineer (PE) License or Registered Architect (RA)
• Experience with AFCEC, NAVFAC and/or USACE
• Experience with the Missile Defense Agency (MDA)
• Ability to obtain a Security Clearance
• Experience with Business Development, Business Acumen, Execution and Leadership as referenced in the Key Responsibilities below

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.
• This position supports Black & Veatch project work with the U.S. Federal Government. As a result, U.S. citizenship is a requirement.

Key Responsibilities

• Manages multiple small to medium sized Services projects, and/or a small EPC project. 
• Manages multiple clients and/or projects. 
• Obtains new/repeat business on medium size projects; supports contract negotiations with client peers. 
• Manages risk which may include fixed price engineering, new technology or new clients.
• Business Development - Identifies client requirements. Develops and maintains relationships with clients. Lead project team preparing and presenting project estimates and proposals including scope, cost, and schedule according to client requirements and bid processes.
• Business Acumen - Negotiates contract commercial terms. Manages project budgets, costs, and receivables. Manages contracts and legal issues. Analyzes and reports health metrics as a basis for improvement. Applies knowledge of policies and regulations to project scope. Builds relationships with key stakeholders. Applies value creation.
• Execution - Utilize B&V project management phases & methodology including, project initiation, planning, execution, monitoring & control, and closeout to direct work. Manages changes and risk on scope, cost, schedule, quality, and safety based on available resources and client requirements. Manages constructability and procurement. Manages warranty plan.
• Leadership - Communicates clear expectations, goals, and vision. Manages performance of direct reports. Motivates, coaches, and mentors professionals. Delegates project work. Manages conflict and collaboration to achieve results.

Management Responsibilities

Acts as a project manager. Among responsibilities is management of a project team. The individual comprising this team may vary by project.

Certifications

None specified

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. Professional office environment with potential for limited site visits to Federal and mission critical facilities.
• Typical office environment, typical construction environment, extreme weather conditions, high noise level, safety hazards (electric currents, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to chemicals), atmospheric conditions (fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, poor ventilation). Sitting, walking, talking, hearing, reading, writing, keyboarding, driving, filing, reaching, stooping, crouching, bending, standing for extended periods of time, lifting or carrying up to 40 pounds.

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.