Project Engineering Manager

Project Engineering Manager

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. Bring your big ideas knowing you are safe to be who you are and speak up with concerns or questions and put your diverse talents and perspectives to use.

As the Solar + BESS Project Engineering Manager, you will have the opportunity to:

• Lead a multi-discipline team of engineers and technicians to produce deliverables on diverse and challenging Solar + BESS projects.
• Manage project execution of engineering design, material, equipment, and construction specification development for various Solar + BESS projects.
• The assignments are varied and will include engineering, procurement and construction support, and Engineer Procure & Construct (EPC) projects.
• Manage budgeting, scheduling, and correspondence with Clients and project management in support of a project.
• Support business development, client interactions, project execution and proposals.

Our specialized team provides complete engineering, procurement, and construction of new assets and operating asset services in the following areas:

• Substations
• Renewables
• Solar design, equipment, construction and integration
• BESS design, equipment, construction and integration

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
• Provide proposal support engineering responsibilities
• 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: Develops and applies advanced engineering concepts and approaches to unique engineering problems
• Lead large multi-discipline teams to meet project deliverables
• Provide technical leadership for complex Solar + BESS projects
• Drive solutions to achieve project goals
• Management Responsibilities: Review lower-level engineering work or assignments
• Responsible for managing quality, schedule and budget
• Mentorship of engineering professionals

Preferred Qualifications:

• P.E. License preferred
• Working knowledge of civil and electrical engineering related to Solar and BESS solutions.
• Understanding Solar and BESS processes from proposal development through construction complete and integration and commissioning.
• 5+ years of experience in design of solar PV and/or BESS facilities with strong understanding of layout optimization and technical knowledge of major equipment associated with solar PV and BESS facilities
• Good communication skills and interest in engaging with Clients to grow relationships.
• Intermediate knowledge of project development/siting/studies/permitting, feasibility studies, conceptual design, Front End Engineering Design (FEED), energy production estimate
• Intermediate knowledge of Power Purchase Agreement content and the impacts on project siting, permitting, design, schedule, cost, commissioning, and O&M
• Advanced knowledge of engineering design principles and applicable design guides and standards
• Intermediate knowledge of civil/structural and electrical/controls
• Advanced ability to interpret engineering deliverable content as assigned.
• Working knowledge of procurement & contract administration
• Working knowledge of the proposal process

Minimum Qualifications:

• Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering from either a recognized accredited program in their home country or the country in which the professional is practicing.
• Minimum of 8 years related work 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:

• 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 016