Project Manager - Networks & Communications

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 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’s Networks & Communications business is growing rapidly, and we are seeking project management professionals at multiple levels to support a diverse portfolio of engineering services, EPC projects, and emerging program based work across the United States.

These roles are part of a fast paced, growth oriented organization and are ideal for individuals with a strong work ethic, a sense of ownership, and a desire to build long term client partnerships. Project management team members work closely with engineering and solution leadership to deliver high quality outcomes while helping shape the future of a growing Networks & Communications organization.

The Team

Our team plans, designs, and delivers network solutions for electric utilities to enable reliable, secure, and resilient operations. We work with utility clients to execute end-to-end private network deployments to support grid modernization, improving asset and device communication, cybersecurity, and critical infrastructure reliability.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end project execution for private network deployments (LTE/5G Wireless, LTE/5G Core, Backhaul/Transport, Fiber Integration, Network and Cybersecurity)
• Work closely with engineering teams, client IT/OT teams, and internal stakeholders to meet project commitments
• Track schedules, deliverables, and action items, proactively identifying and escalating risks and issues
• Demonstrate a strong sense of ownership, accountability, and follow‑through
• Operate effectively in a fast‑moving environment where processes and structures continue to evolve
• Own delivery of assigned projects, portfolios, or programs with accountability for scope, schedule, cost, and client satisfaction
• Serve as the primary day‑to‑day point of contact for clients, building strong, long‑term partnerships
• Lead and coordinate multi‑disciplinary teams including engineering, Project Coordinators, and Associate Project Managers
• Provide leadership across multiple projects or workstreams, including potential mentoring and oversight of other project managers
• Partner closely with engineering and solution leadership on resource planning, delivery strategy, and execution
• Support proposal efforts, planning activities, and strategic client engagements as appropriate for experience level
• Operate as a hands‑on leader in a fast‑paced, growth environment supporting both services‑based and large‑scale EPC or program work
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Preferred Qualifications

• 10+ years of industry experience including private network deployments for utilities with a focus on LTE/5G Wireless, LTE/5G Core, Backhaul/Transport, Fiber Integration, Network and Cybersecurity
• 5+ years experience of Project Management experience

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.

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.
• This position would require working in a typical office environment. The position may entail prolonged periods of sitting and computer use, and the professional would ideally be able to maintain focus and attention to detail throughout the workday. The position may also require physical tasks during site visits, including crouching, grasping, and standing/walking for extended periods of time.
• This role may require up to 25% travel to project and client sites.

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