Project Director - Water/Wastewater

About the Position

Project Director - Water/Wastewater

Date: Sep 18, 2026

Location: Arlington, VA, US

Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies

Together, we own our company, our future, and our shared success. As an employee-owned company, our people are Black & Veatch. We put them at the center of everything we do and empower them to grow, explore new possibilities, and use their diverse talents and perspectives to solve humanity's biggest challenges in an ever-evolving world. With over 100 years of innovation in sustainable infrastructure and our expertise in engineering, procurement, consulting, and construction, together we are building a world of difference.

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Responsibilities

As the Client Director, you will have the opportunity to:

• Manage all aspects of medium to large Engineering Procurement Construction (EPC)/Service projects, including risk to cost, schedule, quality
• Be responsible for the day-to-day 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
• Provide for the successful staffing of the project
• Manage and lead medium to large teams of multi-discipline professionals
• Coordinate and integrate 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

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Requirements

Business Development:

• Leading team efforts for marketing
• Strategy development
• Prospect identification, proposal development, proposal preparation, client presentations, project budgeting, and contracting for successful opportunities
• Accountable for new business objectives and for overall project performance

Project Management:

• External focus to interact with assigned clients, become involved in client activities, and promote Black & Veatch through client and community activities
• Support development of the overall market business plan, market strategies, client engagement strategies, and leverage other Black & Veatch technical and management resources to advance Black & Veatch’s market footprint

Project Execution:

• Oversight of engineering manager(s)
• Development of project performance goals
• Accountability for implementation
• Active involvement with internal project team and owner project representatives on project activities
• Perform or assist with the performance and commercial management of projects including budgeting, invoicing, and payments; lead project performance reviews for assigned project(s)

Staff Management:

• Team development, mentoring, and coaching on performance improvement
• Recommendations for training and promotion of assigned professionals as well as identification and development of new candidates to expand the Black & Veatch team

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Preferred Qualifications

• 15+ years of active water/wastewater experience with demonstrated leadership experience
• Professional Engineering License; Bachelor’s Degree in technical discipline
• Understanding of budgets and financial metrics
• Contract negotiation skill including knowledge of terms, risks, pricing, and payment terms

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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.

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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
• Sitting/standing/computer usage for extended periods of time
• Ability to utilize video/audio conferencing software tools for internal/external communication
• Travel to client site

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Salary Plan

PMT: Project Management

Job Grade: 020

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We Offer

• Competitive salary range: $202,212.00 - $343,752.00 annually
• Comprehensive benefits portfolio including medical, dental, and vision insurances, disability, and a robust wellness program
• Flexible work schedules, paid vacation and holiday time, sick time, and dependent sick time
• Company-matched 401k plan, adoption reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, vendor discounts, an employment referral program, AD&D insurance, pre-taxed accounts, voluntary legal plan, and the B&V Credit Union
• Performance-based bonus program
• Opportunity to be part of a 100 percent ESOP-owned company, sharing in the financial rewards of the company's success through stock ownership

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About the Company

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. BVH, Inc., its subsidiaries, and its affiliated companies comply with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) laws and regulations and do 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.

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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: Arlington, Virginia

Nearest Secondary Market: Washington, DC

Job Segment: Wastewater, Water Treatment, Architecture, Engineer, Engineering

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