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

Senior Project Engineering Manager - Substation Date: Jun 8, 2026 Location: Overland Park, KS; Austin, TX; Atlanta, GA; Tualatin, OR; Chattanooga, TN; Ann Arbor, MI; Orlando, FL; Cary, NC; Dallas, TX; Houston, TX; Phoenix, AZ The Opportunity As the Senior Substation Project Engineering Manager, you will 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, and support client interaction, proposals, and business development. 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 Establish 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 Review lower‑level engineering work or assignments Responsible for hiring, discipline, and pay administration of 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 Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited program in the home country or the country of practice Minimum of 11 years related work experience All applicants must be able to complete pre‑employment onboarding requirements, which may include criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with 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 Salary Plan ENG: Engineering. Job Grade: 017. Equal Employment Opportunity BVH, Inc., its subsidiaries and its affiliated companies, complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) laws and regulations. Black & Veight 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Black & Veatch