Sr. Project Engineering Manager - Substation Details | Family of Companies

Sr. Project Engineering Manager - Substation

Date:
Nov 4, 2025

Location:

Overland Park, KS, US;
Ann Arbor, MI, US;
Cary, NC, US;
Chattanooga, TN, US;
Houston, TX, US;
College Station, TX, US;
Orlando, FL, US;
Phoenix, AZ, US;
Tualatin, OR, US

Company:
Black & Veatch Family of Companies & Black & Veatch Corporation

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 allows you to balance your work and personal life. 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.

As the Sr. Substation Project Engineering Manager, you will have the opportunity to:

• 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 focuses on advanced manufacturing, data centers, and distributed infrastructure. Join our team to work with cutting‑edge technology and fast-paced decisions.

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

• PE License highly preferred
• Experience managing 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
• 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

• 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
• Applicants must be able to complete pre‑employment onboarding requirements (background check, drug screen, motor vehicle records search, etc.)

Most positions 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.

• Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based on 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

Job Grade: 017

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