Sr. Project Manager - Industrial Manufacturing

Company: Black & Veatch Corporation Opportunity Type: Staff Relocation eligible: Yes Full time/Part time: Full-Time Project Only Hire: No Visa Sponsorship Available: NoWhy Black and Veatch? Black & Veatch is growing their Industrial Manufacturing business. We are looking for an experienced project manager with a background in design, construction and/or operations within the manufacturing, ag/bio-process, and/or food & beverage industries. At Black & Veatch, our employee-owners go beyond the project. For over a century, we have been breaking down social, economic and geographic barriers by making life's critical resources accessible to all. Working with us, you will help provide critical expertise as we, along with our valued clients, deliver solutions that positively impact communities around the world. Our professionals are our greatest asset, and we believe nothing is more important than the health, happiness and professional growth of our employee-owners. With a focus on flexible work-life balance options, an expanding and diverse workforce, and limitless career growth opportunities, we will give you our best to help you give us your best, and together we can build a world of difference.

The Opportunity: The Project Manager position at Black and Veatch is responsible for all aspects of medium to large Engineering, Procurement, Construction or Design Build and associated Service projects, including risk to safety, cost, schedule, and quality. They oversee the 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. This position manages and leads medium to large sized teams of multi-discipline professionals, as well as 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. The ideal candidate will have deep knowledge of the Manufacturing market and experience executing detailed design and construction projects. Candidates must possess excellent oral and written communication skills, demonstrate initiative and leadership, and have the judgment and confidence to work independently with clients and colleagues in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities: Partners with relevant team members across multiple time-zones to create winning proposals and deliver strong project execution. Leads and supports pursuit activities in collaboration with sales, including proposal strategy development, execution planning, risk identification, staffing plans, schedules, and commercial assumptions. Builds trusted advisor relationships with client stakeholders, identifying opportunities for additional services, repeat work, and expanded scope in coordination with sales. Brings a seller-doer mentality. Manages multiple projects and clients. Provides technical and execution leadership during client workshops, interviews, and negotiations. Manages a team of multi-discipline engineers to deliver detailed design projects from schematic design through construction administration. Mentors and trains project team members and junior project managers, sharing lessons learned, execution strategies, and industry experience to elevate overall project performance and consistency. Works collaboratively with the company's resources to define the approach and strategy for achieving client requirements. Effectively negotiates with multiple levels of executive management within clients' organizations. Communicates the status of opportunities, clearly articulates next steps and discusses potential risks with the wider sales and account management team. Understands B&V functional organizations and interfaces. Develops and maintains the Project Execution Plan and staffing plan. Responsible for project financial forecasting. Manages risk, which may include fixed price, new technology, non-domestic markets or new clients. Responsible for preparing and presenting monthly project reviews to management. Develops and maintains the project Change Management Program. Actively promotes disciplined project execution, forecasting accuracy, and quality outcomes across the PM community. Management Responsibilities

Preferred Qualifications: Prefer four-year bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field.9+ years of relevant experience in Industrial Manufacturing, specific experience in Semi-conductor or Food & Beverage desired. Excellent communications/human relations skills (written, verbal, client service); ability to maintain key client relationships. Strong financial acumen with proven experience managing client invoicing, internal costs, external costs, change management, and overall project profitability. Ability to develop and maintain detailed project schedules, preferably using P6 or MS Project. Ability to think quickly and anticipate questions when interfacing with clients; listens to understand. Ability to take initiative, support strategic priorities, take ownership of assigned projects and independently drive for results. Exhibits high ethical standards in business and in work; maintains a reputation of integrity among clients. 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.

Minimum Qualifications: 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.

Work Environment/Physical Demands: Typical office environment, typical construction environment, extreme weather conditions, high noise level, safety hazards (electric currents, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to chemicals), atmospheric conditions (fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, poor ventilation). Sitting, walking, talking, hearing, reading, writing, keyboarding, driving, filing, reaching, stooping, crouching, bending, standing for extended periods of time, lifting or carrying up to 40 pounds.

Competencies: Builds networks Customer focus Develops talent Directs work Drives vision and purpose Financial acumen Manages complexity Manages conflict Tech savvy Values differences Business insight No core competencies specified No technical competencies specified Salary PlanPMT: Project Management Job Grade 019 Black & Veatch endeavors to make www.bv.com/careers accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process because of a disability, please contact the Employee Relations Department at +1-913-359-1622 or via our accommodations request form. This contact information is for disability accommodation requests only; you may not use this contact information to inquire about the status of applications. General inquiries about the status of applications will not be returned. This job posting will remain open until a suitable candidate(s) has been identified. Black & Veatch is committed to being an employer of choice by creating a valuable work experience that keeps our people engaged, productive, safe and healthy. Our comprehensive benefits portfolio is a key component of this commitment and offers and array of health care benefits including but not limited to medical, dental and vision insurances along with disability and a robust wellness program. To support a healthy work-life balance, we offer flexible work schedules, paid vacation and holiday time, sick time and dependent sick time. A variety of additional benefits are available to our professionals, including a company matched 401k plan, adoption reimbursement, vendor discounts, an employment referral program, AD&D insurance, pre-taxed accounts, voluntary legal plan and the B&V Credit Union. Professionals may also be eligible for a performance-based bonus program. We are proud to be a 100 percent ESOP-owned company. As employee-owners, our professionals are empowered to drive not only their personal growth, but the company's long-term achievements - and they share in the financial rewards of that success through stock ownership. By valuing diverse voices and perspectives, we cultivate an authentically inclusive environment for professionals and are able to provide innovative and effective solutions for clients. BVH, Inc., its subsidiaries and its affiliated companies, complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) laws and regulations. Black & Veatch does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender Identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status or other status protected by law.