Overhead Transmission Line Project Engineering Manager

Job Summary

Black & Veatch is hiring an Overhead Transmission Line Project Engineering Manager to lead multi-discipline engineering teams on high-voltage overhead transmission line projects for investor-owned utilities across the United States. This is a full-time, staff position based in Overland Park, Kansas, with hybrid flexibility available after 90 days.

Project Details

The role sits within B&V's Technology, Commercial & Industrial team, which delivers engineering, procurement, and construction services across substations, renewables integration, HVDC/FACTS/STATCOM, data center integration, and BESS integration. Projects range from design services engagements to full EPC programs at the mega-project scale.

Responsibilities

• Lead multi-discipline teams of engineers and technicians to deliver complex overhead transmission line projects.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, and quality requirements across multiple disciplines simultaneously.
• Serve as responsible charge on projects and coordinate interdisciplinary activities.
• Interface directly with clients to identify key drivers, communicate solutions, and manage project changes.
• Support business development, proposals, and engineering estimates.
• Review and mentor lower-level engineering staff; responsible for hiring and pay administration of subordinates.

Required Experience

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited program.
• Minimum 5 years of related engineering work experience.
• Experience managing EPC or design services overhead transmission line projects for investor-owned utilities preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of PLS-CADD, line routing, structural loading design, and foundation design.
• Familiarity with interdisciplinary coordination including procurement, permitting, real estate, and construction support.
• P.E. license highly preferred; professional registration or active pursuit required per division policy.

Compensation and Benefits

Black & Veatch offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a company-matched 401(k), ESOP stock ownership, paid vacation and holidays, tuition reimbursement, adoption reimbursement, AD&D insurance, and an employee referral program. A performance-based bonus program may also apply. Relocation assistance is available.

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