Retirement Programs Manager

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 : 117372 Opportunity Type : Staff Relocation eligible : No Full time/Part time : Full-Time Project Only Hire : No Visa Sponsorship Available: No Why Black & Veatch?At Black & Veatch, you’ll be part of work that matters—designing, creating, and building the infrastructure communities rely on every day, from concept through execution.We care about how the work gets done as much as what we build. Safety is built into every decision, and people look out for each other—speaking up, collaborating, and doing the right thing because it affects real lives.You’ll work alongside teams solving complex challenges and turning ideas into solutions that perform in the real world—gaining hands-on experience across projects, technologies, and disciplines.Ownership shows up in how we work. We take responsibility for outcomes, follow through on commitments, and take pride in what we deliver. As a 100% employee-owned company, employees share in the long-term success we build together.With flexible ways of working and meaningful development opportunities, you’ll build a career you can be proud to stand behind.The Opportunity The Retirement Programs Manager is responsible for the leadership, governance, fiduciary oversight, financial stewardship, and operational excellence of the company's qualified and nonqualified retirement programs, including 401(k), ESOP, and executive deferred compensation plans. This role serves as a subject matter expert and advisor on retirement matters, influencing plan design, risk management, regulatory compliance, and long-term retirement strategy. The position leads retirement operations, manages vendor and consultant relationships, and develops retirement team capabilities while partnering with leadership to ensure programs support organizational objectives and employee financial well-being. Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and execute the organization's retirement benefits strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives, workforce needs, talent retention goals, and market competitiveness. Oversee all aspects of qualified and non-qualified retirement plans ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance across enrollments, contributions, diversification, distributions, and calculations. Lead, develop, and mentor retirement team members through goal setting, performance management, career development planning, succession planning, and capability building. Establish team priorities, operating standards, and performance expectations to ensure efficient and accurate service delivery. Drive a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, customer service excellence, and operational effectiveness. Lead evaluation and recommendation of retirement plan design enhancements, investment options, and program innovations to improve participant outcomes. Serve as a retirement subject matter expert to leadership, providing analysis, recommendations, and strategic guidance on retirement trends, risks, costs, and opportunities. Monitor industry trends, legislative developments, and emerging retirement practices to proactively assess organizational impact and recommend action plans. Ensure prudent fiduciary practices through oversight of service providers, operational controls, and compliance processes. Identify and mitigate operational, fiduciary, financial, and regulatory risks impacting retirement programs. Serve as the primary escalation point for providing resolution to complex participant, operational, and compliance issues. Counsel and educate management and employees regarding retirement program related matters. Recommend and implement process improvements, approved technology solutions, and operational efficiencies across retirement programs. Interpret complex plan documents and ensure alignment between plan provisions, HCM systems, communications and vendor platforms. Collaborate on cross-functional retirement initiatives impacting HR, Payroll, Finance, Legal, and Technology functions. Lead annual audit processes, government filings, and compliance testing, ensuring completeness and accuracy of required documentation. Partner with Finance, Payroll, HRIS, and global stakeholders to ensure effective financial management and operational integration of qualified retirement plans and non qualified deferred compensation arrangements. Build and maintain strong relationships with HR Partners, H.R. Support Center, vendors, and consultants. Oversee fiduciary responsibilities, ensuring adherence to ERISA, IRS, and DOL requirements and maintaining a strong internal control environment. Stays current on legislative and regulatory trends; champions HCM and vendor tools and participates in company-wide HR initiatives to enhance service delivery, engagement and understanding of BV benefit offerings. Preferred QualificationsBachelor's degree in Human Resources, Finance, Business Administration, or related field preferred. Eight or more years of progressive experience in qualified and non-qualified plan administration and governance within a large, complex organization. ESOP administration, preferred. Three or more years managing and developing HR professionals reflecting proven success using coaching/counseling skills, driving vision, strategy and purpose. Advanced writing and verbal communication skills. Proven experience in vendor and project management, with strong analytical, data analysis, organizational, and communication skills. Skilled in coordinating benefits communications and driving initiatives with effective project execution. Strong attention to detail and creativity. Ability to work cross-functionally and manage multiple stakeholders. Proficiency with HRIS systems (PeopleSoft, Oracle preferred), Microsoft Office, and web content management. Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and adapt to changing requirements. Deep expertise in ERISA, IRS, and DOL regulations. Strong problem-solving skills (identify, analyze, research, evaluate, resolve). Proven ability to influence and persuade internal and external stakeholders through collaborative efforts. Independent and solution-driven self-starter. Minimum QualificationsAll 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 PlanADM: Administrative/BusinessJob Grade017Black & 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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General inquiries about the status of applications will not be returned.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 an 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, tuition 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 the 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. 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