AI Program Manager - Power Delivery & Grid

About the Position

We are seeking an AI Program Manager for Power Delivery & Grid to lead AI-enabled tool initiatives and project management execution. This role is a hybrid leadership position, balancing strategic growth initiatives (approximately 50%) with project management execution (approximately 50%).

Responsibilities

Solution Growth & Strategic Leadership (≈50%)

• AI Solution Leadership & Deployment

  • Lead AI-enabled tool initiatives across Distributed Infrastructure, focusing on Overhead Transmission Line, Substation, and BESS design.
  • Serve as a subject matter expert guiding technical direction, prioritization, and implementation.
  • Partner with engineering, digital, and operations teams to ensure solutions are practical, scalable, and aligned with project execution and growth strategies.
  • Drive adoption by integrating tools into standard workflows and removing barriers.

• Cross-Functional Leadership & Influence

  • Influence stakeholders across engineering, business development, digital, and operations without direct authority.
  • Align perspectives to drive clarity, decision-making, and progress in complex environments.
  • Facilitate collaboration between SMEs, developers, and project teams.

• Innovation & Strategy

  • Develop and refine the roadmap for AI-enabled design and execution tools in Distributed Infrastructure.
  • Translate industry trends and project challenges into actionable initiatives.
  • Identify opportunities to improve speed, cost, quality, and differentiation.
  • Develop business cases for investment.

• Thought Leadership & Market Engagement

  • Contribute to internal and external thought leadership in AI-enabled grid infrastructure.
  • Support presentations, white papers, and client discussions.
  • Engage with clients, vendors, and industry partners.
  • Present at conferences and forums.
  • Support internal training and knowledge sharing.

• Business Development Support

  • Support BD aligned with Distributed Infrastructure growth strategy.
  • Integrate AI-enabled value propositions into pursuits for transmission and substation projects.
  • Collaborate with sellers and delivery teams to develop client-focused solutions.
  • Participate in seller/doer efforts to identify and pursue new work.
  • Build relationships with OEMs and strategic partners.
  • Maintain professional profiles and skills data in internal systems.

Project & Program Execution (≈50%)

• Serve as a Project/Program Manager for select transmission line EPC and services projects.
  • Manage projects from execution through closeout and commercial operation.
  • Own financial performance, including cost control, earned value, and margin protection.
  • Develop and execute delivery strategies, schedules, and plans.
  • Coordinate with Engineering, Procurement, and Construction to resolve issues.
  • Manage risks, safety, quality, and compliance.
  • Lead claims and commercial recovery as needed.
  • Act as an escalation point and advisor on project health.
  • Apply quality management procedures across projects.

Requirements

• Preferred Qualifications

  • 8+ years of relevant industry experience including high-voltage, medium-voltage, and low-voltage substations.
  • Experience in multiple phases of project execution.
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or relevant degree.
  • PE, P.Eng or equivalent professional license.

• 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

• Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based upon manager discretion, job performance, and work assignments.

We Offer

• Competitive compensation
• 401k match and benefits that start day 1
• Flexible work schedules
• Paid vacation and holiday time
• Sick time and dependent sick time
• Company-matched 401k plan
• Adoption reimbursement
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vendor discounts
• Employment referral program
• AD&D insurance
• Pre-taxed accounts
• Voluntary legal plan
• B&V Credit Union
• Performance-based bonus program

About the Company

Black & Veatch is an employee-owned company with over 100 years of innovation in sustainable infrastructure and expertise in engineering, procurement, consulting, and construction. We empower our people to grow, explore new possibilities, and use their diverse talents and perspectives to solve humanity's biggest challenges in an ever-evolving world.

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 value diverse voices and perspectives, cultivating an authentically inclusive environment for professionals and providing innovative and effective solutions for clients.

Notice to External Search Firms: Black & Veatch does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not be obligated to pay a placement fee for unsolicited resumes. Black & Veatch Talent Acquisition engages with search firms directly for hiring needs.

Nearest Major Market: Olathe

Nearest Secondary Market: Kansas City

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