Manager, Consulting-Asset Modification

Job Summary Functions as a technical specialist or in a lead role. Under general direction, develops and applies advanced engineering techniques, concepts and approaches to complex engineering problems. May provide technical guidance over a group or supervise engineering staff on projects of low to medium complexity. May be responsible for developing, validating, and presenting specialist/technical output. # Key Responsibilities Engineering Standards: Provides guidance and direction on department design guides, standards, systems, applicable engineering codes and Black and Veatch policies Assists in developing, maintaining and updating engineering standards Provides technical guidance to others regarding projects and disciplines Quality/Continuous Improvement: Independently applies knowledge and complies with Black and Veatch quality program relative to assigned tasks May be responsible for ensuring compliance with Black and Veatch quality program Provides related guidance and direction to others Supports continuous improvement and change management efforts Engineering Production: Prepares a variety of complex engineering deliverables for larger or multiple projects Performs complex research and develops recommendations for equipment and/or materials selection Oversees collection, assimilation, and management of data for engineering work Prepares complex engineering calculations following standard methods and principles Manages assigned budget, schedule, and quality requirements Independently applies advanced engineering techniques and analysis problems and methods Reviews lower level engineering work or assignments Is responsible for one or more of the following: leading larger production teams; coordinating multiple discipline activity; and serving as the responsible charge for a project Project Coordination: Actively coordinates with all other internal/external team members on moderately complex projects Client Focus: Responsible for assisting with identification of key client interests and drivers on moderately complex projects and may determine the key clients in some instances Communicates client interests and drivers to project team members and develops approaches to accommodate these concerns in the performance of the work on moderately complex projects May offer other services to the clients Typically provides support to business development or pursuit activities Knowledge Sharing, Innovation and Technology: Serves as a technical specialist and has knowledge and skill set to provide consultation and guidance to project teams in a particular practice area Typically supports multiple projects on the complex technical challenges Actively fosters knowledge management and provides mentoring Develops and applies advanced engineering concepts and approaches to unique engineering problems People Management - (supervision, career development, training, mentoring): Typically assists with performance management process, mentoring, recognition, and any corrective actions required May participate in career planning, and learning and development Resource Management - (budgets, tools, processes, project support): Implements resource management strategy Manages engineering resources for small groups of a single discipline Administrative: Administrative responsibilities may include office administration Ensures policies, procedures, and processes are effectively implemented and communicated for workgroup Ensures adherence to corporate and division programs May approve timesheets and expense reports Management Responsibilities Individual Contributor Preferred Qualifications Requirements 15+ years of experience in Technical advisory – preferably around O&M and Engineering services, engineering modification and upgrades in gas / coal plant Experience around other generation technologies like renewables, geothermal, hydro is of added advantage Construction management / supervision experience Experience in proposal development would be an added advantage. Graduation in mechanical engineering, other deciplines may be considered for the candidate with right experience; Post-graduation is an advantage. Certifications is an advantage - IAM certificate, CMRP, CAMA, AEE Energy Manager, BEE Energy Manager and Auditor Fully comfortable with Microsoft office suite and especially Microsoft excel, exposure to other management tools would be a plus Industry knowledge capability: Technical advisory – preferably around O&M and Engineering services Fuel switch/ flexibility supports like co-firings, fuel blending. Technical modifications for boiler, turbines, generators, pumps, electrical and I&C system etc. Decommissioning and repurposing services Familiarity with usages of different analytics tools such as Asset Performance Management (APM), ERP, EAM, PI, Alarm Management, PowerBI etc. Knowledgeable and hands on practice in performing the below activities: Criticality Assessment Fault Tree Analysis Weibull Tree Analysis Root-Cause Failure Analysis Single Point of Failure studies LCCA (Life Cycle cost Analysis) Written Communications Drive For Results Priority Setting Planning Delegation Directing Others Conflict Management Informing Listening Dealing with Ambiguity And Building Effective Teams Advanced knowledge of engineering design principles and applicable design guides and standards related to assigned engineering discipline Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's Degree or relevant work experience. 7+ years experience in a business/consulting environment. 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. Certifications Certifications related to area of expertise, where applicable preferred. Work Environment/Physical Demands BandV Office Environment or Client Site - Travel up to 100% Competencies Action oriented Customer focus Interpersonal savvy Salary Plan CST: Consulting Job Grade 017 BVH, Inc., its subsidiaries and its affiliated companies, complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) affirmative action 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. 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. We offer professionals an array of health and welfare benefits that vary based on their geographic region and employment status. This may include health, life accident and disability insurances, paid time off, financial programs and more. Professionals may also be eligible for a performance-based bonus program. 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.