Distribution Project Manager

Overview

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 : 113141

Opportunity Type: Staff

Relocation eligible: No

Full time/Part time: Full-Time

Project Only Hire: No

Visa Sponsorship Available: No

Black & Veatch’s Technology, Commercial & Industrial group supports clients across fast growing, technology driven markets including advanced manufacturing, data centers, gigafactories, bio/ag tech, and distributed infrastructure. The Distribution Project Management Team partners closely with distribution engineering leadership and grid leadership to deliver work for investor owned utilities and other clients nationwide. The team values collaboration, accountability, client partnership, and a shared commitment to delivering high quality results while building for the future.

Black & Veatch’s distribution business is growing rapidly, and we are seeking project management professionals at multiple levels to support a diverse portfolio of distribution engineering services, EPC projects, and emerging program based work across the United States. These roles are part of a fast paced, growth oriented organization and are ideal for individuals with a strong work ethic, a sense of ownership, and a desire to build long term client partnerships.

Project management team members work closely with distribution engineering and grid leadership to deliver high quality outcomes while helping shape the future of a growing distribution organization.

Manages all aspects of Distribution /Engineering Service projects and small Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) projects, including risk to cost, schedule, quality. 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. Provides for the successful staffing of the project. Manages and leads small teams of multi-discipline professionals.

Coordinates and integrates 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.

• Work closely with engineering teams, clients, and internal stakeholders to meet project commitments
• Track schedules, deliverables, and action items, proactively identifying and escalating risks and issues
• Demonstrate a strong sense of ownership, accountability, and follow‑through
• Operate effectively in a fast‑moving environment where processes and structures continue to evolve
• Own delivery of assigned distribution projects, portfolios, or programs with accountability for scope, schedule, cost, and client satisfaction
• Serve as the primary day‑to‑day point of contact for clients, building strong, long‑term partnerships
• Lead and coordinate multi‑disciplinary teams including engineering, Project Coordinators, and Associate Project Managers
• Provide leadership across multiple projects or work streams, including potential mentoring and oversight of other project managers
• Partner closely with distribution engineering and grid leadership on resource planning, delivery strategy, and execution
• Support proposal efforts, planning activities, and strategic client engagements as appropriate for experience level
• Operate as a hands‑on leader in a fast‑paced, growth environment supporting both services‑based and large‑scale EPC or program work

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