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Construction Manager of Operations (FNR)

Date:  May 29, 2025
Location: 

Overland Park, KS, 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.  

 

Company : Black & Veatch Corporation  

Req Id : 107790 

Opportunity Type : Staff 

Relocation eligible : No 

Full time/Part time : Full-Time  

Project Only Hire : No 

Visa Sponsorship Available: No 

Job Summary

By joining our BV Construction group, you will have the ability to develop and enhance your skills in an on-site, hands-on environment. We are committed to providing our construction professionals with expert training, career development, and career advancement to allow for continuous professional development. Our management is committed to the latest advances in technology, above class support and sustainability to bring our clients the best service in safety, quality, and final product. Functions in our group include safety, project field management, construction management, quality control, start up and decommissioning and field engineering. 

 

The Manager of Construction position will hold a key leadership role and provide vital daily leadership over multiple teams within the Black & Veatch Construction organization.  This position will report directly to the Global Manager of Construction and will be the primary leader overseeing the following teams and key topics:

 

  • Process Solution Construction Manager
  • LNG Solution Construction Manager

 

 

Key Responsibilities

  • This position will be the leader of leaders across the above groups. 
  • This position will provide standardized leadership for Construction across the global portfolio of Fuels & Natural Resources (FNR) projects and will lead a growing team of competent and professional individuals. 
  • At all times demonstrating an employee owner mindset and embracing the ‘One BV’ culture.
  • Persistently drives delivered project quality and timely profitable project execution.
  • No matter how performance-oriented, this leader always takes the long-term view and applies the utmost ethical approach.
  • Puts Clients First – internal and external. 
  • Inspires and Influences. Co-creates and communicates meaning and purpose to galvanize a construction organization comprised of diverse end market sectors, offices/geographies, and project sites.
  • Engages and energizes the entire organization. Leads through influence, personal example, credibility, mutual trust, and respect. 
  • High Integrity and Reputation. Above all, this executive always “does the right thing” and personally displays in actions and communications ultra-high integrity.
  • Roll will require travel to major project locations to support assigned leaders and teams in construction execution in US domestic and international locations. 
  • Providing oversight during construction on all assigned construction projects.  
  • Ensuring that all construction operations on each project site comply with the applicable Safety Manuals and the Firm's safety and health program and policies.
  • Directs business development, including sales and proposal efforts for construction-only projects.
  • Champions continuous improvement efforts. 

Management Responsibilities

Supervises work of others. Responsible for hiring, discipline, and pay administration of their subordinates.

Preferred Qualifications

 

  • Global EPC experience  
  • 4-year Degree in Construction, Construction Management or equivalent
  • Demonstrated experience and involvement in talent management and succession planning strategies for his or her organization that have successfully addressed key leadership and organizational development needs – in particular, an ability to attract key leaders.
  • An understanding of the relationship management and sales processes that translate to success in key markets and segments, particularly as they relate to capturing, planning and executing on projects
  •  A track record of building strong, effective teams (attracting, developing, and retaining talent) of people with complementary skills and capabilities that deliver the required results.
  • An ability to proactively address and prioritize performance issues involving business results, projects, and people.
  • Knowledge and understanding of Power Generation, Transmission, Water, Oil & Gas, and Telecom Markets.
  • Experience with utilizing national agreements with highly restricted local agreement signatories.
  • An ability to assess markets, identify acquisition targets and, to the extent required, manage relevant elements of the integration processes.
  • Strategy development, business planning, insight and financial acumen
  • Client interface and industry knowledge
  • Effective collaboration and organizational influence
  • Communicates effectively and builds strategic relationships

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or construction or equivalent relevant experience. 
  • 15 years of construction and/or EPC experience, based on assigned area of operations.
  • 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.

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Certifications

OSHA, Risk Management, Project Management courses all viewed favorably.

Work Environment/Physical Demands

Physical Demands:
• Lift and carry heavy items weighing up to 50 pounds. 
• Stand, Kneel, Bend, Stoop, Move, and Walk long distances in and around confined, cluttered places, and uneven areas.
• See and hear naturally or with correction.   
• Full range of motion and flexibility consistent with requirements of the job duties. 
• Requires using hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls according to a set procedure. 
• Requires repetitive movement. 
• May require work above 5 feet in height.
• Climb and maintain balance on steel framework, stairs, ladders and scaffolds. 
• Work up to a 12 hour shift doing hard physical labor in varying temperature extremes and other outside conditions. 

Work Environment:
• Typical construction site environment:  
• Requires working in cramped work spaces and getting into awkward positions. 
• Requires working in very hot (above 90 F degrees) or very cold (below 32F degrees) temperatures and exposure to inclement weather such as dust, wind, snow, rain, etc. 
• Requires working in extremely bright or low lighting conditions 
• Includes exposure to sounds and noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable. 
• Work around hazardous equipment.
• Typical office environment.
• This position is considered a safety sensitive position. 

Competencies

Account Management
Accountability
Action oriented
Business insight
Change Agility
Collaborates
Collaboration and Respect
Communicates effectively
Cultivates innovation
Customer focus
Decision quality
Demonstrates self-awareness
Directs work
Drives engagement
Drives results
Drives vision and purpose
Employee Ownership and Engagement
Leadership
BVCI Values Overview

Salary Plan

CNS: Construction Services

Job Grade

011

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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.

 

To support a healthy work-life balance, we offer flexible work schedules, paid vacation and holiday time, sick time, and dependent sick time.

 

A variety of additional benefits are available to our professionals, including a company-matched 401k plan, adoption reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, vendor discounts, an employment referral program, AD&D insurance, pre-taxed accounts, voluntary legal plan and the B&V Credit Union. Professionals may also be eligible for a performance-based bonus 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 the 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.

 

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