Apply now »

Network Infrastructure Lead

Date:  Sep 23, 2026
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 : 116977 

Opportunity Type : Staff 

Relocation eligible : No 

Full time/Part time : Full-Time  

Project Only Hire : No 

Visa Sponsorship Available: No 

 

Why Black & Veatch?

 

At Black & Veatch, you’ll be part of work that matters—designing, creating, and building the infrastructure communities rely on every day, from concept through execution.

 

We care about how the work gets done as much as what we build. Safety is built into every decision, and people look out for each other—speaking up, collaborating, and doing the right thing because it affects real lives.

 

You’ll work alongside teams solving complex challenges and turning ideas into solutions that perform in the real world—gaining hands-on experience across projects, technologies, and disciplines.

 

Ownership shows up in how we work. We take responsibility for outcomes, follow through on commitments, and take pride in what we deliver. As a 100% employee-owned company, employees share in the long-term success we build together.

 

With flexible ways of working and meaningful development opportunities, you’ll build a career you can be proud to stand behind.

The Opportunity

Responsible for the delivery of next generation network technology aligned to overall IT and business strategy within the global enterprise. Works with the CTO, CISO, and Directors of Application Delivery, infrastructure and PMO to coordinate delivery of technology. This position works under broad direction of the Director of Global IT Performance.

Key Responsibilities

  • Analyzes complex business needs and recommends technical solutions
  • Designs and establishes mature management and monitoring operational capabilities tied to next gen network technologies
  • Provides Enterprise Architectural oversight for the delivery of technology
  • Provides execution guidance to the PMO on the delivery of technology projects
  • Produces and delivers strategic technology presentations for Business leadership, IT leadership, and technology vendors
  • Provides strategic vendor management for all vendors delivering technology solutions
  • Documents complex technical concepts in a business consumable way
  • Prioritizes and balances IT portfolios to ensure alignment and project delivery excellence
  • Identifies and manages issues and risk resolution
  • Performs periodic operational audits using a standard audit process, both onshore and offshore

 

Management Responsibilities

Acts in capacity of a "lead person." Does not have management responsibility for the people to whom they provide work direction.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree (in Business, Technology or related field) preferred or equivalent experience 
  • Master's degree (in business or related field) preferred  
  • Typically 10 years' related experience 
  • Experience in EPC industry preferred 
  • 5 years' experience as a Network Administrator preferred 
  • Experience with Cisco Systems and Palo Alto equipment, preferred  

Preferred Skills:

  • Understanding of a broad range of technologies at the architecture level and at a business process/impact level 
  • These include but are not limited to core network technologies, systems for enterprise work process, mobility, data management and cloud-based computing
  • Strong communication skills; able to effectively communicate technical concepts to executives and general audiences
  • Strong presentation skills; able to effectively present complex technical concepts in business consumable language
  • Strong analytical and problem solving skills
  • Strategic technology planning, execution and policy development
  • Strong leadership skills; demonstrates ability to build consensus and respect for discretion 

Minimum Qualifications

  • Minimum of 5 years experience as a Network Manager
  • 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.

Salary Plan

ITS: Information Technology Service

Job Grade

017

Black & Veatch endeavors to make www.bv.com/careers accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process because of a disability, please contact the Employee Relations Department at +1-913-359-1622 or via our accommodations request form. This contact information is for disability accommodation requests only; you may not use this contact information to inquire about the status of applications. General inquiries about the status of applications will not be returned.

 

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.

 

BVH, Inc., its subsidiaries and its affiliated companies, complies 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.


Nearest Major Market: Olathe
Nearest Secondary Market: Kansas City

Job Segment: Engineer, Engineering

Apply now »