Black & Veatch

Sr. Project Engineering Manager - Power Generation

Black & Veatch$120K — $150K *
Energy & Utilities
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering from a recognized accredited program
  • Minimum of 11 years of related work experience
  • Professional Engineer (P.E.) license highly preferred
  • Experience with EPC or design services for gas turbine projects in the U.S.
  • Strong communication skills for client engagement
  • Advanced knowledge of engineering design principles and standards
  • Understanding of procurement and contract administration processes

Responsibilities

  • Lead a multi-discipline team of engineers and technicians
  • Manage complex engineering deliverables for major projects
  • Develop and oversee project budgets, schedules, and quality standards
  • Establish work plans and coordinate multi-discipline activities
  • Engage with clients to identify interests and address concerns
  • Support business development and project change management
  • Provide technical guidance for power generation projects

Benefits

  • Relocation assistance available
  • Opportunities for hybrid or flexible work arrangements
  • Comprehensive onboarding process including background checks
  • Potential for travel to client sites
  • Involvement in sustainable energy projects within a leading firm
Full Job Description
Company : Black & Veatch Corporation

Req Id : 115413

Opportunity Type : Staff

Relocation eligible : Yes

Full time/Part time : Full-Time

Project Only Hire : No

Visa Sponsorship Available: No

The Opportunity

As the Sr. Power Generation 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


The Team

Black & Veatch is Ranked #4 Overall in Power by Engineering News-Record (2025). Advanced Power Generation Team has specialized capabilities focused on the latest needs for power generation clients. Our energy generation markets are robust and include utilities, independent power producers and new non-traditional entrants adding to the much-needed supply of secure, clean power to our industries and communities. By joining our Engineering team, you will have the opportunity to put sustainable energy solutions into practice.

Our specialized team provides complete engineering, procurement, and construction new asset and operating asset services in the following areas:
  • Conceptual Design and FEL development
  • Detailed Design services within E, Ep, EpCM and EPC delivery methods
  • Engineering support for existing facilities with modifications and operations
  • Gigawatt scale new generation thru smaller industrial generation applications
  • Opportunities for home office and field construction support

Explore our Power Generation Capabilities | 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
  • Establishes 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 Power Generation projects
  • Drive solutions to achieve project goals

Management Responsibilities:
  • Reviews lower-level engineering work or assignments
  • Responsible for hiring, discipline, and pay administration of their subordinates


Preferred Qualifications

  • P.E. License highly preferred
  • Experience managing Engineering, Procurement, Construction (EPC) or design services for simple cycle and combined cycle gas turbine projects in the United States
  • Experience in engineering management and design of power generation facilities with strong understanding of 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 procurement process and contract administration.
  • Working knowledge of the proposal process and developing engineering estimates.


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 11 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#LI-KT1


Salary Plan

ENG: Engineering

Job Grade

017

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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