Project Engineering Manager - Underground Transmission Line
Job Description, Responsibilities & Requirements
Project Engineering Manager - Underground Transmission Line
Date: Jun 15, 2026
Location: Bloomington, MN, US | Chicago, IL, US | Greenwood Village, CO, US | Irvine, CA, US | Burlington, MA, US
Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies
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About the Position
As the Underground Transmission Line Project Engineering Manager, you will have the opportunity to:
- Lead a multi-discipline team of engineers and technicians
- Manage diverse and challenging projects across our portfolio of design services and EPC programs
- Oversee design quality, budget, and schedule
- Support client interaction, proposals, and business development
Responsibilities
Project Execution:
- Prepare complex engineering deliverables for multiple or mega projects
- Conduct research to develop equipment and material recommendations
- Manage data and perform complex engineering calculations
- Develop and manage project budgets, schedules, and quality requirements across multiple disciplines
- Lead larger production teams, coordinate multiple discipline activities, and serve as the responsible charge for a project
Client Interface:
- Identify key client interests and drivers for moderately complex projects
- Communicate client concerns to project team members and develop solutions
- Provide support for business development or pursuit activities
- Manage project changes directly with the client under Project Manager supervision
Technical Expertise:
- Lead large multi-discipline teams to meet project deliverables
- Provide technical leadership for complex Underground Transmission Line projects
- Drive solutions to achieve project goals
Management Responsibilities:
- Reviews lower-level engineering work or assignments
- Responsible for hiring, discipline, and pay administration of their subordinates
Requirements
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience managing Engineering, Procurement, Construction (EPC) or design services underground transmission line projects for investor-owned utilities in the United States
- Experience in design of high voltage underground transmission lines with strong understanding of linear underground project lifecycle and equipment specification development
- Experience developing plan and profile drawings
- Working knowledge of CYMCAP and Pull-Planner
- Good communication skills and interest in engaging with Clients to grow relationships
- Advanced knowledge of engineering design principles and applicable design guides and standards
- Working knowledge of interdisciplinary project coordination: procurement, subcontract administration, permitting, and construction support
- Working knowledge of the proposal process and developing engineering estimates
- P.E. License highly preferred
Minimum Qualifications
- Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering from either a recognized accredited program in their home country or the country in which the professional is practicing
- Minimum of 5 years related work 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.
We Offer
- Competitive salary range: $114,933.00 - $219,360.00
- Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based upon manager discretion, job performance, and work assignments.
- Comprehensive benefits portfolio including health care benefits, disability, wellness program, flexible work schedules, paid vacation and holiday time, sick time, dependent sick time, 401k plan, adoption reimbursement, vendor discounts, employment referral program, AD&D insurance, pre-taxed accounts, voluntary legal plan, and B&V Credit Union.
- Performance-based bonus program
- Employee-owned company with stock ownership and shared success
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 to provide innovative and effective solutions for clients. BVH, Inc., its subsidiaries, and its affiliated companies comply with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) laws and regulations.
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