Project Manager, Water Business

Black & Veatch Family of Companies•Oklahoma City, OK

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

Together, we own our company, our future, and our shared success. As an employee-owned company, our people are Black & Veatch. We put them at the center of everything we do and empower them to grow, explore new possibilities and use their diverse talents and perspectives to solve humanity's biggest challenges in an ever-evolving world. With over 100 years of innovation in sustainable infrastructure and our expertise in engineering, procurement, consulting and construction, together we are building a world of difference. Company : Black & Veatch Corporation Req Id : 112577 Opportunity Type : Staff Relocation eligible : Yes Full time/Part time : Full-Time Project Only Hire : No Visa Sponsorship Available: No Why Black & VeatchRecognized by Glassdoor as a 2023 Top 100 place to work, 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. 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. The OpportunityBlack & Veatch is a leading employee-owned global engineering, procurement, consulting and construction company. Consistently recognized as “Best Companies to Work For” and “Best Employers for Diversity.” One of the biggest Water & Wastewater Civil Design Firms with 8,300+ employees. Our revenues exceed $3 billion. The Project Manager position is a high-profile leadership role at Black & Veatch. In this capacity, this professional will serve as part of the Water / Wastewater business leadership team. As part of the Indianapolis collaborative team, you will have the opportunity to be responsible for managing the successful delivery of water related infrastructure projects in the multi-million-dollar range. The TeamFounded in 1915, Black & Veatch Corporation is a leading global engineering, consulting and construction company with the mission of Building a World of Difference®. By advancing the frontiers of knowledge, we provide our clients with reliable solutions to their most complex challenges, thereby helping improve and sustain the quality of life around the world. BV’s Water Solutions business works to provide sustainable and innovative solutions, integrated planning, design and construction support for critical facilities. By joining our business, you will provide infrastructure solutions for community benefit on behalf of regulated utilities and government agencies. Key Responsibilities Lead major projects or programs from planning through construction. Present updates to external client stakeholders and support decision-making. Provide oversight of the program schedule and budget using Black & Veatch’s internal processes and manage large inter-discipline teams of internal and subconsultant resources. Lead a Team that provides technical solutions and differentiation focused on water supply intakes, pump stations, large-diameter pipelines, tunnels, wastewater lift stations, force mains, and collections system, including condition assessment and rehabilitation. Provide recommendations on client’s processes, organization, and readiness to embark on major programs and alternative project delivery. Support the team’s use of risk-based assessments to develop and prioritize capital improvement programs. Provide project execution, quality control, and technical leadership to support large water and wastewater projects and programs and to identify innovative solutions to maximize benefits to municipalities and utilities. Lead and provide technical expertise to support marketing and business development. Support pursuit, proposal, and project interview activities. Work closely with Client Directors and the Area Director to develop relationships with clients and decision makers in Oklahoma Help mentor professionals and grow the Team by identifying high quality candidate and recruits.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent 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.

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineer (PE) license in Oklahoma
15+ years of relevant water engineering experience including but not limited to water and wastewater infrastructure planning, asset management, CIP optimization, detailed design, and construction
Experience managing large water and wastewater programs and projects
Knowledge of local, federal and state permitting requirements and funding mechanisms
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and comfort in a client-facing role discussing technical topics and solutions
Experience providing input and oversight of technical tasks and project teams performing studies and assessments of water and wastewater projects
Proficient with report writing and PowerPoint presentations
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work both within a team and independently
Willing and able to travel to project sites and client meetings as needed

Responsibilities

Lead major projects or programs from planning through construction.
Present updates to external client stakeholders and support decision-making.
Provide oversight of the program schedule and budget using Black & Veatch’s internal processes and manage large inter-discipline teams of internal and subconsultant resources.
Lead a Team that provides technical solutions and differentiation focused on water supply intakes, pump stations, large-diameter pipelines, tunnels, wastewater lift stations, force mains, and collections system, including condition assessment and rehabilitation.
Provide recommendations on client’s processes, organization, and readiness to embark on major programs and alternative project delivery.
Support the team’s use of risk-based assessments to develop and prioritize capital improvement programs.
Provide project execution, quality control, and technical leadership to support large water and wastewater projects and programs and to identify innovative solutions to maximize benefits to municipalities and utilities.
Lead and provide technical expertise to support marketing and business development.
Support pursuit, proposal, and project interview activities.
Work closely with Client Directors and the Area Director to develop relationships with clients and decision makers in Oklahoma
Help mentor professionals and grow the Team by identifying high quality candidate and recruits.

Benefits

competitive compensation
401K match
benefits that start day 1
flexible work schedules
paid vacation and holiday time
sick time
dependent sick time
company-matched 401k plan
adoption reimbursement
tuition reimbursement
vendor discounts
an employment referral program
AD&D insurance
pre-taxed accounts
voluntary legal plan
the B&V Credit Union
performance-based bonus program
health care benefits including but not limited to medical, dental and vision insurances along with disability and a robust wellness program