Principal Consultant, Asset Management Systems SME - Water/Wastewater/ Local Government
Black & Veatch
Global engineering, procurement, consulting and construction firm shaping water, energy & infrastructure projects.
Lead asset management system consulting for water, wastewater, and local government.
12 days ago ago
$151,260 - $290,479
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Darien, IL
Hybrid
Company Size
12,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Construction services
Consulting
Project Management
Design
Technical Services
Turnkey
General Contractor
Sector Specialisms
Power Delivery
Fuels
Power Generation
Water Solutions
Communications
Renewable Energy
Smart Grids
Digital Infrastructure
Role
Description
business development
client management
solution architecture
system integration
data governance
compliance standards
Lead business development efforts for Black & Veatch’s Asset Management Systems offerings for Water, Wastewater & Local Government Clients.
Manage client expectations within defined scope of engagement.
Enhance established working relationships with team members and management from within the client’s organization.
Use personal network to identify potential clients for Black & Veatch’s Asset Management Systems offerings.
Collaborate with stakeholders to translate functional needs into technical architecture and integration plans.
Manage client projects and engagements for Water, Wastewater & Local Government Clients.
Delegate and manage work to assigned team members.
Guide development teams in implementing architectural standards and frameworks.
Design scalable, secure, and high-performance Trimble and CentralSquare solutions aligned with business requirements.
Establish best practices for configuration, customization, and data governance.
Oversee system integrations with Trimble and CentralSquare and third-party platforms.
Define and lead the architectural strategy for Trimble (Cityworks/Trimble Unity Maintain) and CentralSquare (Lucity) implementations across enterprise environments.
Develop, present, and defend conclusions, recommendations, and implementation plans.
Evaluate emerging technologies applicable to Water, Wastewater & Local Government Clients
Contribute to engagement quality reviews.
Collaborate with Black & Veatch Teams to create new offerings.
Ensure compliance with security, regulatory, and performance standards.
Assist Black & Veatch in enhancing existing offerings.
Recommend appropriate resources based on the phases of an engagement.
Requirements
trimble
centralsquare
asset management
5+ years
8+ years
bachelor's
Strong understanding of asset management, work order systems, and cloud infrastructure.
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.
5+ years of experience with Trimble or CentralSquare solutions.
Travel up to 50%
Ability to articulate the business case for the implementation of Black & Veatch’s Asset Management Systems offerings for Water, Wastewater & Local Government Clients
Knowledge of the principles of Asset Management.
Has managed significant engagements
Bachelor's Degree or relevant work experience
Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
8+ years of experience with Water, Wastewater & Local Government Clients
Ability to communicate across organizational boundaries and organizational levels.
Experience providing advisory services in the functional areas of Asset Management, Work Management and Field Service Management.
10+ years in a business/consulting environment
Background in utilities or public sector implementations.
Experience with the architecture and functional capabilities of Trimble and CentralSquare solutions
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
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Visa Sponsorship
visa sponsorship is not available.
Security clearance
applicants must complete pre‑employment onboarding, which may include a 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.