Project Director-Industrial Water

OverviewJoin to apply for the Project Director-Industrial Water role at Black & Veatch.As an employee-owned company, Black & Veatch focuses on sustainable infrastructure and empowers employees to grow and contribute diverse talents. We offer competitive compensation, benefits from day one, and hybrid work options that may be offered after the first 90 days based on manager discretion and pany: Black & Veatch CorporationReq Id: 111168Opportunity Type: StaffRelocation eligible: NoFull time/Part time: Full-TimeProject Only Hire: NoVisa Sponsorship Available: YesWhy Black & VeatchWe offer a flexible environment where you can grow and explore new possibilities, with focus on diversity and inclusion. Our benefits include 401K match and benefits that start day 1. The team works in a hybrid environment to balance work and life, and we support your career growth with opportunities to contribute ideas and influence outcomes.Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based upon manager discretion, job performance and work assignments.The TeamGovernment & Communities focuses on infrastructure needs of municipalities, state and local governments, and specialized infrastructure solutions for government and federal dustrial Water delivers lifecycle water, wastewater, and stormwater projects for heavy commercial and industrial clients, balancing schedule, budget, sustainability, regulatory compliance, and community relations.Check out a recent project example: Data Center Owner Overcomes Complex Water Challenges and Achieves Sustainability Goals.Key ResponsibilitiesBusiness development: Lead marketing efforts, strategy development, identify prospects, prepare proposals, present to clients, manage project budgeting and contracting; accountable for new business objectives and overall project performance.Project management: Interact with clients, participate in client activities, develop market plans, engage resources to advance Black & Veatch’s market footprint.Project execution: Oversee engineering managers, set project performance goals, manage implementation, collaborate with internal teams and owner representatives; perform or assist with budgeting, invoicing, and payments; lead project performance reviews.Staff management: Develop and mentor team, identify training and promotion opportunities, recruit new candidates to grow the team.Management ResponsibilitiesActs as a project manager with responsibility for managing a project team; team composition may vary by project.QualificationsPreferred Qualifications20+ years of active water/wastewater experience with demonstrated leadership in the industrial sectorProfessional Engineering License; Bachelor’s Degree in a technical disciplineUnderstanding of budgets and financial metricsContract negotiation skills including knowledge of terms, risks, pricing, and payment termsMinimum QualificationsBachelor’s degree or equivalent experience. All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (criminal/civil background check, drug screen, motor vehicle records) as applicable by law.CertificationsNone specifiedWork Environment/Physical DemandsTypical office and construction environments with exposure to extreme weather, high noise, safety hazards, and various atmospheric conditions. Physical activities include sitting, standing, walking, lifting up to 40 pounds, and other listed petenciesBuilds networksCustomer focusDevelops talentDirects workDrives vision and purposeFinancial acumenManages complexityManages conflictTech savvyValues differencesBusiness insightBenefits and EqualityBlack & Veatch is an ESOP-owned company. We offer a comprehensive benefits portfolio, including medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flexible work schedules, paid time off, and a 401(k) plan with company match. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and do not discriminate based on age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status, or other protected status. For our EEO policy or accessibility assistance, please contact the Employee Relations Department at +1-913-359-1622 or via our accommodations request form.Notice to External Search Firms: Black & Veatch does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not pay a placement fee for unsolicited resumes. Our Talent Acquisition team engages with search firms directly for hiring needs. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-10-08