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.
Access to consistent, always-on power is becoming a major success factor for the clients Black & Veatch serve. Whether for a data centre, industrial complex, or an EV fleet charging hub, BV design and build on-site power infrastructure and grid interconnections that connect new age technology and energy to today’s grid.
As Project Manager - Grid you’ll focus on grid services within EMEA, leading all aspects of medium to large projects with multiple clients, managing and leading teams of multi-discipline professionals and coordinating the activities of all third-party companies contributing to the project delivery.
This role can be based at our offices in Glasgow or London in the United Kingdom, or Madrid in Spain. We work hybrid, 3 days per in the office and 2 days from home.
We may also consider remote working in Spain for the right candidate (must reside in and have the legal right to work in Spain).
Some travel throughout the EMEA region to project/client sites and BV offices will be required.
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You’ll be accountable for:
• Managing risks related to cost, schedule, and quality throughout the full project lifecycle
• Ensuring compliance with contractual obligations, safety standards, and client satisfaction
• Overseeing the day-to-day execution of projects, including financial metrics, planning, scheduling, and staffing
• Coordinating technical requirements relating to grid and substation projects
• Obtaining new/repeat business and supporting contract negotiations
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Significant experience in grid and/or substation projects within EMEA
• Proven background or managing and leading teams of multi-discipline professionals
• Experienced in coordinating the activities of all third-party companies contributing to the project delivery
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.
• PMP certification
• Experience working with similar engineering consultancies
• Experience in data centre design, EV charging infrastructure, BESS projects
Black & Veatch Holding Company, its subsidiaries and its affiliated companies, complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) affirmative action 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.
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. We offer professionals an array of health and welfare benefits that vary based on their geographic region and employment status. This may include health, life accident and disability insurances, paid time off, financial programs and more. Professionals may also be eligible for a performance-based bonus program.
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.
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