Project Engineering Manager - Underground Transmission Line Job Details | Black & Veatch Family of Companies

About the Opportunity

As an Underground Transmission Line Project Engineering Manager, you will lead multi-discipline teams, manage complex projects, and oversee design quality, budgets, and schedules. You will also play a key role in client interaction, proposals, and business development.

The Team

Black & Veatch is ranked #4 Overall in Power by Engineering News-Record (2025). Our Technology, Commercial & Industrial Team focuses on advanced manufacturing, generative AI computing, and distributed infrastructure. We provide complete engineering, procurement, and construction services for substations, renewables integration, HVDC/FACTS/STATCOM, and data center integration.

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.
• Lead production teams and coordinate multi-discipline activities.

Client Interface

• Identify key client interests and drivers.
• Communicate client concerns and develop solutions.
• Support business development and pursuit activities.
• Manage project changes directly with the client.

Technical & Management Expertise

• Provide technical leadership for complex underground transmission line projects.
• Review lower-level engineering work.
• Responsible for hiring, discipline, and pay administration of subordinates.

Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing EPC or design services for underground transmission line projects for investor-owned utilities in the US.
• Expertise in high-voltage underground transmission line design, linear project lifecycles, and equipment specification.
• Proficiency in plan and profile drawings, CYMCAP, and Pull-Planner.
• Strong communication skills and experience in client relationship management.
• Advanced knowledge of engineering design principles and standards.
• P.E. License is highly preferred.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited program.
• Minimum of 5 years of related work experience.
• Ability to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements.

Work Environment & Benefits

• Hybrid or flexible work options available.
• Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision), 401k matching, and performance-based bonuses.
• Employee-owned company (ESOP).
• Commitment to an inclusive, diverse, and safe work environment.

Compensation

The annual compensation range for this position is $114,933.00 - $219,360.00.