Senior Project Director

 

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 : 111293 

Opportunity Type : Staff 

Relocation eligible : Yes 

Full time/Part time : Full-Time  

Project Only Hire : No 

Visa Sponsorship Available: No 

Why Black and Veatch

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.

The Opportunity

As the Senior Project Director, you will have the opportunity to:

 

• Manage all aspects of complex Engineering Procurement Construction (EPC)/Service projects, including risk to cost, schedule, quality
• Be responsible for the day-to-day successful execution of contracted engineering, procurement, and construction scope in the areas of performance, financial metrics, planning, schedule, quality, contractual compliance, safety, and client satisfaction
• Provide for the successful staffing of the project
• Manage and lead large teams of multi-discipline professionals
• Coordinate and integrate the activities associated with the engineering, procurement, construction, and startup elements of the project team, including the activities of all third party companies contributing to the initiative

The Team

Black & Veatch’s Governments & Communities focuses on specific infrastructure needs of municipalities, state and local governments, and specialized physical and digital infrastructure solutions for government and federal agencies. By joining our market sector, you will be able to provide infrastructure for community benefit.

With an integrated global workforce of highly skilled and experienced scientists, engineers, and technicians, we are well-equipped to handle all water concerns. In addition to receiving top rankings in many engineering journals, the Water Business has helped to shape regulatory approaches and develop innovative technologies. 

Key Responsibilities

• Establish and/or maintain relationships with our existing and prospective clients. 
• Develop new business
• Provide oversight of projects and Engineering Managers encompassing the full breadth of solutions B&V can offer
• Work directly with managers in developing business growth strategies which encompasses market growth, new clients, hiring and strategic sales. 
• Drive growth in any assigned strategies and support other Project Directors in accomplishing the overall market goals. 
• Support other areas of the business and/or markets where individual experience, expertise, and aspirations align. 
• Lead team efforts for marketing, strategy development, prospect identification, proposal development, proposal preparation, client presentations, project budgeting and contracting for successful opportunities. 
• Represent Black & Veatch and support brand recognition in the water industry through active association participation and provide technical transfer through client workshops, presentations, and other activities supporting our clients. 
• Accountable for new business objectives
• External focus to interact with assigned clients and promote Black & Veatch throughg client and community activities
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Management Responsibilities

Acts as a project manager. Among responsibilities is management of a project team. The individual comprising this team may vary by project.

Preferred Qualifications

• 20+ years business development and project management experience; wastewater and water technical