Black & Veatch

Engineering Project Manager - BESS + Solar

Black & Veatch$148K — $248K *
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering required.
  • 8+ years of related work experience.
  • Professional Engineer (P.E.) license preferred.
  • Experience in design of solar PV and/or BESS facilities.
  • Strong communication skills for client engagement.
  • Intermediate knowledge of project development and feasibility studies.

Responsibilities

  • Lead a diverse team of engineers and technicians for Solar + BESS projects.
  • Manage engineering design, specifications, and project execution.
  • Oversee project budgeting, scheduling, and client communications.
  • Support business development and client relationship activities.
  • Prepare engineering deliverables for multiple or mega projects.
  • Conduct research for equipment and material recommendations.
  • Provide technical leadership for complex projects.

Benefits

  • Relocation assistance available.
  • Hybrid or flexible work options after 90 days.
  • Opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology projects.
  • Participation in a highly ranked engineering firm.
  • Engagement in diverse and challenging projects with a multi-disciplinary team.
Full Job Description
Company : Black & Veatch Corporation

Req Id : 116776

Job Title : Sr. Project Engineering Manager - BESS + Solar

Location : KCP, RGANAR, RGDALL, RGGREENWD, RGHOUSTON3, RGJCKSNVL, RGORLA, RGRALH

Business Unit Sector : COR-BVOPS-ENGR & DEV SVCS

Department: BVCOR BV OPS EDS DESIGN/ENGR M

Opportunity Type : Staff

Relocation eligible : Yes

Full time/Part time : Full-Time

Project Only Hire: No

Visa Sponsorship Available:No

Recruiter : Dalton Garrison

The Opportunity

As the Solar + BESS Services 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, 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.


The Team

Black & Veatch is Ranked #4 Overall in Power by Engineering News-Record (2025). Our Technology, Industrial & Governments - Integrated Facilities Sector has specialized capabilities focused on the latest needs for clients in a fast-growth technology-led arena of advanced manufacturing, and generative AI computing including gigafactories, bio/ag tech, data centers and distributed infrastructure. By joining our market sector, you will have the opportunity to be involved in cutting-edge technology and work with a team that moves quickly with decisions and expectations.

Our specialized team provides complete engineering, procurement, and construction new asset and operating asset services in the following areas:
  • Substations
  • Solar Services, Engineering, Procurement and Construction
  • BESS Services, Engineering, Procurement and Construction

Commercial | Black & Veatch

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

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 Solar + BESS projects
  • Drive solutions to achieve project goals
  • Management Responsibilities:
  • Reviews lower-level engineering work or assignments
  • Responsible for cost to budget performance of engineering design services.


Preferred Qualifications

  • P.E. License highly preferred
  • Working knowledge of testing and commissioning plans and procedures
  • 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
  • Knowledge of project development/siting/studies/permitting, feasibility studies, conceptual design, Front End Engineering Design (FEED), energy production estimates.
  • 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, construction and contract administration
  • Working knowledge of the proposal process


Management Responsibilities

  • Reviews lower-level engineering work or assignments
  • Responsible for cost to budget performance of engineering design services


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.


Certifications

Most positions - depending on the nature of work performed as defined by the division - 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.

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

017
In accordance with local law, the following Annual compensation range is applicable for the job and location associated with this requisition: $148,852.00 - $248,578.00

About Black & Veatch

Black & Veatch is a global engineering and construction company. The company was founded in 1915 and is headquartered in Overland Park, Kansas. Black & Veatch provides a range of services, including engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) services, consulting, and environmental services. The company serves a variety of industries, including power, water, telecommunications, and oil and gas. Black & Veatch has operations in more than 100 countries around the world.
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