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Sr. Project Engineering Manager - Campus Infrastructure Date: Jul 16, 2026 Location: Jacksonville, FL, US Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies The Opportunity Black & Veatch Campus Infrastructure business has a need for a Sr. Project Engineering Manager with experience leading engineering design activities for large data center projects. As the Sr. Project Engineering Manager, you will have the opportunity to: Lead large multi-discipline design teams including civil, architecture, structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, telecom, security, and BIM while serving as technical specialist on Data Center projects. Develop and apply advanced techniques, concepts and approaches to complex architectural and engineering problems under general direction. Provide technical guidance and leadership over the design team on projects of medium to high complexity. Be responsible for developing, validating, and presenting technical deliverables. Serve as the Owner’s representative for program and project execution Act as the primary client interface for day to day coordination and issue resolution Establish priorities and drive alignment across contractors, EPCs, OEMs, and stakeholders Build business relationships with clients to understand needs for scope and drivers Key Responsibilities Project Execution Prepare complex architectural and engineering deliverables for multiple or large-scale data center projects including but not limited to schematic design, detailed design, permitting submission, and construction issue documents. Oversee scope, schedule, cost, risk, quality, and safety performance Coordinate interfaces across power generation, electrical infrastructure, data center, and interconnection scopes Support change management, claims avoidance, and commercial risk alignment Conduct complex research and develop recommendations for equipment and/or materials selection. Client Interface Understand key client interests and drivers for moderately complex projects. Communicate client concerns to project team members and develop solutions. Provide support for business development or pursuit activities. Manage project changes directly with the client under Project Manager supervision. Technical expertise Lead large multi-disciplined teams to meet project deliverables. Provide technical leadership for complex data center and commercial projects. Drive solutions to achieve project goals. Provides guidance and direction on department design guides, standards, systems, applicable codes and policies. Experience working as part of or managing Building Design, MEP, Engineering Teams including but not limited to architecture, HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, power distribution, lighting, communication, and civil, and structural engineering. Management Responsibilities Reviews architect and engineering work or assignments Responsible for mentoring and performance management of assigned personnel Partner with client or home office PM, scheduling, cost, and risk resources to maintain: Integrated Master Schedules Cost forecasts, commitments, and change logs Risk registers and mitigation plans Provide consistent, executive level reporting to client and internal leadership Commissioning & Closeout Coordinate integrated testing, commissioning, and turnover activities Support transition to operations, documentation closeout, and lessons learned Preferred Qualifications Minimum 12 years of progressive experience managing complex infrastructure or energy projects. Demonstrated experience in Owner’s Representative, Project Management Consulting (PMC), Owner’s Engineer, or similar client side execution roles Strong background in: Mega Project Execution in conventional generation Risk Mitigation Stakeholder, Contractor and EPC coordination Construction oversight and field execution Commissioning and turnover support Proven ability to operate independently in an on site leadership role while coordinating with home office project management and controls resources Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering or construction management. Understanding of design differences in hyper-scale, edge, and colocation data centers Demonstrates understanding of design risk factors for redundancy and resiliency Advanced knowledge of architectural design principles and applicable design guides and standards Intermediate knowledge of other engineering disciplines Advanced ability to interpret architectural deliverable content as assigned Intermediate industry knowledge and technology trends Intermediate knowledge of quality programs Intermediate knowledge of construction and constructability practices and principles Intermediate knowledge of procurement and contract administration Working knowledge of process and procedures for project controls and estimating Intermediate knowledge of technical aspects of the proposal process Intermediate knowledge of management techniques and administrative practices Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in engineering technology or sciences preferred or any other degree, specialized training, or experience, that makes the individual uniquely qualified to perform the job responsibilities. Minimum of 11 years related work 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. Salary Plan ENS: Eng & Technical Specialties Job Grade 017 Benefits 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. Equal Employment Opportunity 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr