Strategy Director

Utility BESS EPC Project DirectorThe Integrated BESS Execution Director (Director) provides executive leadership for the development, execution, and growth of integrated Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) solutions serving Technology, Data Center and other mission-critical clients. This role is responsible for both EPC project execution and professional services delivery, leading projects where BESS assets are integrated into larger microgrid environments supporting critical operations. These projects may include battery energy storage, onsite generation, renewable energy assets, substations, utility interconnections, energy management systems (EMS), microgrid controllers, and data center electrical infrastructure. In addition to project delivery responsibilities, the Director will establish scalable execution models, contracting strategies, and service offerings tailored to technology-sector clients. The role will help shape how the organization pursues, contracts, delivers, and supports Integrated BESS projects throughout the project lifecycle. The Director serves as a senior leader responsible for project performance, client satisfaction, commercial success, operational excellence, and strategic growth of the Integrated BESS business.The Director provides senior leadership across medium to large integrated BESS EPC and services engagements, with accountability for cost, schedule, quality, safety, contractual compliance, client satisfaction, and financial performance. This role coordinates the activities of engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, startup, controls, interconnection, and third-party contributors to deliver integrated BESS solutions that support mission-critical client operations.Key Responsibilities:Business and Portfolio LeadershipFinancial & Commercial ManagementExecution ManagementTeam Leadership & Talent DevelopmentPreferred Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or related field.12+ years of experience in energy infrastructure, EPC, power generation, microgrids, or related industries.5+ years of leadership experience managing large multidisciplinary organizations, complex EPC projects, or integrated delivery programs.Experience delivering both EPC projects and technical/professional services engagements.Experience serving Technology, hyperscale data center, mission-critical, or large commercial/industrial clients.Experience with Battery Energy Storage Systems, microgrids, onsite generation, renewable integration, substations, utility interconnections, EMS, or microgrid controls.Demonstrated ability to develop scalable execution models, proposal structures, contracting strategies, and delivery frameworks.Strong commercial, contractual, financial, and risk management acumen.Experience coordinating engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, startup, controls, and third-party contributors.Excellent communication, executive leadership, client management, and organizational development skills.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.Work Environment/Physical Demands: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.Position may require travel to other Black & Veatch's offices, conferences, client's offices and/or project sites up to 50% of the time. When not travelling, this role will be hybrid: 2 days per week remote, 3 days per week in-office out of the designated Black and Veatch office.Salary Plan PMT: Project Management Job Grade 020Black & 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.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.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. In accordance with local law, the following compensation range is applicable for the job and location associated with this requisition: $185,361.00 - $372,398.00