Project Engineering Manager - Water/Wastewater at Black & Veatch in Austin, TX | Kablio

Role

Description

team leadership

project management

engineering calculations

budget management

client coordination

technical deliverables

Provide support for business development or pursuit activities
Assist in the research to develop equipment and material recommendations
Lead a multi-discipline team of engineers and technicians on high profile municipal projects.
Manage budgets, scheduling, and correspondence with clients and project management in support of a project.
Manage project changes directly with the client under Project Manager supervision
Drive solutions to achieve project goals
Prepare complex engineering calculations following standard methods and principles
Lead production teams, coordinate multiple discipline activities, and serve as the responsible charge for a project
Prepare complex engineering deliverables for large or multiple projects
Mentoring, and performance management of assigned personnel
Communicate client concerns to project team members and develop solutions
Lead large multi-discipline teams to meet project deliverables
Identify key client interests and drivers for moderately complex projects
Provide input to technical leadership for complex water and wastewater treatment projects
Travel to client sites
Develop and manage project budgets, schedules, and quality requirements across multiple disciplines
Supervise and mentor engineering staff, identifying developmental growth opportunities.
Reviews lower-level engineering work or assignments

Requirements

bachelors

pe license

5+ years

consulting

wtp projects

video conferencing

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.
Ability to utilize video/audio conferencing software tools for internal/external communication
PE license.
Minimum of 5 years related work experience
Previous engineering consulting experience.
Experience executing multi-discipline WTP and WWTP upgrades and expansion projects.
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.
Sitting/standing/computer usage for extended periods of time

Benefits

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

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

visa sponsorship is not available.

Security clearance

pre-employment may include criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search.

Company

Overview

1915

Year Founded

A century-old firm with a rich history.

$4.735B Revenue

2023 Annual Revenue

Generated $4.735 billion in revenue in 2023, solidifying its position as a top design firm.

100% Employee-Owned

Ownership Structure

Unique among firms of its size, ensuring a long-term focus and shared success.

100+ Offices

Global Presence

Operates across six continents, showcasing vast global reach.

Headquartered in Overland Park, Kansas, it delivers multi‑billion‑dollar projects in energy, water, communications and industrial sectors.
The company’s portfolio spans landmark work—from power plants and water treatment systems to hydrogen and LNG facilities.
It handles full lifecycle services: from strategic advisory and engineering through procurement, construction and operations.
Its history features many firsts: early U.S. water and power infrastructure, the first U.S. hydrogen conversion project, and biosafety labs overseas.

Culture + Values

We create long-term value for our clients, communities and employees.
We embrace diversity, respect individual differences and believe in the importance of teamwork and collaboration.
We act with integrity and deliver on our promises.
We are committed to continuous improvement and innovation.
We build and maintain strong relationships through trust and accountability.

Environment + Sustainability

2050

Net-Zero Commitment

Committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by this year.

Helps clients design and implement sustainable infrastructure that reduces environmental impacts.
Focuses on renewable energy solutions, including solar, wind, and energy storage.
Supports environmental stewardship in communities through responsible project planning and execution.
Enhances internal sustainability programs, such as reducing energy consumption and waste.

Inclusion & Diversity

23% Workforce

Gender Diversity Overview

This figure highlights the proportion of women in the workforce, showcasing progress toward gender representation goals.

Creating an inclusive environment for all backgrounds.
Commitment to improving leadership diversity with specific goals.

Articles

Careers at Black & Veatch

Sustainability

Newsroom

Role

Description

team leadership

project management

engineering calculations

budget management

client coordination

technical deliverables

Provide support for business development or pursuit activities
Assist in the research to develop equipment and material recommendations
Lead a multi-discipline team of engineers and technicians on high profile municipal projects.
Manage budgets, scheduling, and correspondence with clients and project management in support of a project.
Manage project changes directly with the client under Project Manager supervision
Drive solutions to achieve project goals
Prepare complex engineering calculations following standard methods and principles
Lead production teams, coordinate multiple discipline activities, and serve as the responsible charge for a project
Prepare complex engineering deliverables for large or multiple projects
Mentoring, and performance management of assigned personnel
Communicate client concerns to project team members and develop solutions
Lead large multi-discipline teams to meet project deliverables
Identify key client interests and drivers for moderately complex projects
Provide input to technical leadership for complex water and wastewater treatment projects
Travel to client sites
Develop and manage project budgets, schedules, and quality requirements across multiple disciplines
Supervise and mentor engineering staff, identifying developmental growth opportunities.
Reviews lower-level engineering work or assignments

Requirements

bachelors

pe license

5+ years

consulting

wtp projects

video conferencing

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.
Ability to utilize video/audio conferencing software tools for internal/external communication
PE license.
Minimum of 5 years related work experience
Previous engineering consulting experience.
Experience executing multi-discipline WTP and WWTP upgrades and expansion projects.
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.
Sitting/standing/computer usage for extended periods of time

Benefits

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

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

visa sponsorship is not available.

Security clearance

pre-employment may include criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search.

Company

Overview

1915

Year Founded

A century-old firm with a rich history.

$4.735B Revenue

2023 Annual Revenue

Generated $4.735 billion in revenue in 2023, solidifying its position as a top design firm.

100% Employee-Owned

Ownership Structure

Unique among firms of its size, ensuring a long-term focus and shared success.

100+ Offices

Global Presence

Operates across six continents, showcasing vast global reach.

Headquartered in Overland Park, Kansas, it delivers multi‑billion‑dollar projects in energy, water, communications and industrial sectors.
The company’s portfolio spans landmark work—from power plants and water treatment systems to hydrogen and LNG facilities.
It handles full lifecycle services: from strategic advisory and engineering through procurement, construction and operations.
Its history features many firsts: early U.S. water and power infrastructure, the first U.S. hydrogen conversion project, and biosafety labs overseas.

Culture + Values

We create long-term value for our clients, communities and employees.
We embrace diversity, respect individual differences and believe in the importance of teamwork and collaboration.
We act with integrity and deliver on our promises.
We are committed to continuous improvement and innovation.
We build and maintain strong relationships through trust and accountability.

Environment + Sustainability

2050

Net-Zero Commitment

Committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by this year.

Helps clients design and implement sustainable infrastructure that reduces environmental impacts.
Focuses on renewable energy solutions, including solar, wind, and energy storage.
Supports environmental stewardship in communities through responsible project planning and execution.
Enhances internal sustainability programs, such as reducing energy consumption and waste.

Inclusion & Diversity

23% Workforce

Gender Diversity Overview

This figure highlights the proportion of women in the workforce, showcasing progress toward gender representation goals.

Creating an inclusive environment for all backgrounds.
Commitment to improving leadership diversity with specific goals.

Articles

Careers at Black & Veatch

Sustainability

Newsroom