Sr. Project Engineering Manager - Power Generation

Black & Veatch Family of Companies•Houston, TX

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

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. 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, and support client interaction, proposals, and business development. 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, and Opportunities for home office and field construction support.

Requirements

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 or equivalent experience in Engineering work.
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.
Holds an active engineering registration or licensure to support engineer of record (EOR) requirements for BV projects in applicable countries, and supports where necessary.

Nice To Haves

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.

Responsibilities

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
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
Lead large multi-discipline teams to meet project deliverables
Provide technical leadership for complex Power Generation projects
Drive solutions to achieve project goals
Reviews lower-level engineering work or assignments
Responsible for hiring, discipline, and pay administration of their subordinates