Extra High Voltage Overhead Transmission Line Project Engineering Manager

Extra High Voltage Overhead Transmission Line Project Engineering Manager

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Company:
Black & Veatch Corporation
Req
Opportunity Type:
Staff
Relocation eligible:
Yes
Full time:
Full-Time
Project Only Hire:
No
Visa Sponsorship Available:
No

Why Black & 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 1. Our hybrid environment helps you balance work and life, and we foster an inclusive culture that values diverse voices.

As the Extra High Voltage Overhead Transmission 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
• Support client interaction, proposals, and business development

Black & Veatch is ranked #4 overall in Power by Engineering News‑Record (2025). Our Technology, Commercial & Industrial Team specializes in advanced manufacturing, generative AI computing, and distributed infrastructure. We provide complete engineering, procurement, and construction services including:

• Substations
• Renewables Integration
• HVDC/FACTS/STATCOM
• Datacenters Integration
• BESS Integration

• 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

• 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

• Lead large multi-discipline teams to meet project deliverables
• Provide technical leadership for complex Overhead Transmission Line projects
• Drive solutions to achieve project goals

• Review lower-level engineering work or assignments
• Responsible for hiring, discipline, and pay administration of subordinates

• Experience managing Engineering, Procurement, Construction (EPC) or design services overhead transmission line projects for investor-owned utilities in the United States
• 11 years of experience in design of high voltage overhead transmission lines with strong understanding of PLS‑CADD, line routing, structural loading design, foundation design, and overall project lifecycle
• 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 interdisciplinary project coordination: procurement, subcontract administration, permitting, real estate and land acquisition, and construction support
• Working knowledge of the proposal process and developing engineering estimates
• P.E. License highly preferred

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited program in the US or the country of practice
• Minimum of 11 years related work experience
• All applicants must complete pre-employment onboarding requirements, including background checks, drug screening, and motor vehicle record searches, in compliance with applicable laws

Professional registration or licensure in the designated home office country is typically required, or be in active pursuit of such registration. Additional registration may be needed when practicing in a different country.

• Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after 90 days based on manager discretion and performance
• Ability to use audio/video conferencing software tools for internal and external communication
• Extended periods of sitting, standing, and computer usage
• Travel to client sites

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Black & Veatch 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 or expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status or other status protected by law.