Sr. Project Manager, Savannah, GA

About the Position

Sr. Project Manager, Savannah, GA

Location: Savannah, GA, 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.

Why Black & Veatch?

Black & Veatch allows you to lend your talent and perspective to humanity’s biggest challenges in a flexible environment where you are empowered to grow and explore new possibilities. We offer competitive compensation, 401k match, and benefits that start on day one. Our hybrid environment allows you to balance your work and personal life. At Black & Veatch, you own your career with purpose and meaning. You are empowered to grow and explore new possibilities at every step of your career journey. Bring your big ideas knowing you are safe to be who you are and speak up with concerns or questions and put your diverse talents and perspectives to use.

The Opportunity

Black & Veatch is a leading employee-owned global engineering, procurement, consulting, and construction company. Consistently recognized as "Best Companies to Work For" and "Best Employers for Diversity." One of the biggest Water & Wastewater Civil Design Firms with 8,300+ employees. Our revenues exceed $3 billion.

The Project Manager position will be responsible for leading in the Savannah office for the Black & Veatch water solutions business. In this capacity, you will have the opportunity to maintain client relationships with local municipalities, execute projects effectively to meet client's objectives, and achieve financial success.

Key Responsibilities

Project Management

• Serve as Project Manager for the Savannah Infrastructure & Development (I&D) project, providing day-to-day oversight of scope, schedule, budget, and quality.
• Coordinate closely with the client's project representatives to ensure alignment on deliverables and project milestones.
• Lead internal project performance reviews for the Savannah I&D project, proactively identifying and resolving risks, managing change, and ensuring client satisfaction throughout project execution.
• Growth toward more external focus to interact with assigned client, become involved in client activities, and promote Black & Veatch through client and community activities.

Project Execution

• Oversight of engineering managers
• 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 projects

Business Development

• Through coordination with local and regional leadership, 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.
• Support local and regional leadership with 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.

Additional Responsibilities

• Savannah Market Growth & Business Development

  • With support of local and regional leadership, serve as primary Black & Veatch representative in the Savannah market, cultivating relationships with our clients to expand our service offerings.
  • Leverage planning and engineering acumen to help the City of Savannah, BJWSA, and surrounding communities navigate their challenges and opportunities.
  • Identify and pursue new business opportunities in the Savannah region, including team arrangements, RFQ/RFP responses, and sole-source pursuits aligned with Black & Veatch's Integrated Water business (water, wastewater, and stormwater).
  • Actively participate in local professional organizations, industry events, and community initiatives to elevate Black & Veatch's visibility and reputation in the Savannah market.
  • Collaborate with local and regional and national practice leaders to align Savannah market strategies with broader Black & Veatch growth objectives.

• Staff Management & Professional Development

  • Provide direct mentorship to Savannah office professionals supporting the City of Savannah and BJWSA, across experience levels, fostering a culture of technical excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement.
  • Conduct regular one-on-one coaching sessions with assigned staff to assess career goals, identify development gaps, and co-create individualized professional growth plans.
  • Champion the advancement of Savannah-based professionals by making informed recommendations for promotions, stretch assignments, training opportunities, and expanded project responsibilities.
  • Actively support recruiting efforts to grow and maintain the Savannah team, including identification of candidates, participation in interviews, and onboarding of new hires.
  • Coordinate with Black & Veatch broader training and development programs to ensure Savannah staff have access to technical, project management, and leadership development resources.
  • Model and reinforce Black & Veatch quality culture and values within the Savannah office, serving as a visible and accessible leader for the local team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) License
• 15+ years program/project management experience, technical experience, and background
• Technical experience in water and wastewater treatment as well as linear infrastructure planning and design: planning & asset management; and other key elements of our clients diverse water needs
• Business development and program/project management experience
• Advanced knowledge of engineering design principles and applicable design guides and standards related to assigned engineering discipline

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.

Work Environment

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
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurances
• Disability and wellness programs
• Flexible work schedules
• Paid vacation and holiday time
• Sick time and dependent sick time
• Company matched 401k plan
• Adoption 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 committed to being an employer of choice by creating a valuable work experience that keeps our people engaged, productive, safe, and healthy. Our comprehensive benefits portfolio is a key component of this commitment and offers an array of health care benefits including but not limited to medical, dental, and vision insurances along with disability and a robust wellness program.

We are proud to be a 100 percent ESOP-owned company. As employee-owners, our professionals are empowered to drive not only their personal growth but the company's long-term achievements - and they share in the financial rewards of that success through stock ownership.

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.

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

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.

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Nearest Major Market: Savannah

Job Segment: Wastewater, Water Treatment, Engineer, Engineering