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Coordinate and track critical path construction and startup activities * Track and coordinate equipment deliveries * Review mechanical and electrical submittals * Organize and conduct project ...

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How much do construction startup jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for construction startup in the United States is $95,168.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $71,000.00 and $115,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a construction startup?

A Construction Startup job involves overseeing the initial stages of a construction project, ensuring that all necessary permits, plans, and resources are in place before full-scale construction begins. This role may include coordinating with architects, engineers, and contractors, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory requirements. Professionals in this role help streamline project execution by addressing potential issues early on.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in a construction startup?

To thrive in a Construction Startup, you need strong project management skills, a solid understanding of construction methods, and business acumen, often supported by a degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a related field. Familiarity with project management software (like Procore or Buildertrend), estimating tools, and relevant safety certifications is highly valuable. Entrepreneurial thinking, resilience, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication are vital soft skills for this role. These competencies are crucial for successfully launching, managing, and growing a new construction business in a competitive industry.

What are the common challenges faced when working at a construction startup?

Working at a construction startup presents unique challenges such as managing tight budgets, building a client base, and adapting quickly to shifting project requirements. Team members may frequently take on multiple responsibilities, from on-site management to business development, requiring flexibility and a willingness to learn. Startups often face evolving processes and less formalized structures, which can demand creative solutions and strong time-management skills. However, these challenges are balanced by opportunities for rapid career growth, direct impact on company direction, and the chance to develop a wide range of industry skills.

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Infographic showing various Construction Startup job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 90% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $95,168 per year, or $45.8 per hour.

Construction Startup & Commissioning Operations Director

Black & Veatch

Olathe, KS • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 6 days ago


Black & Veatch rating

9.0

Company rating: 9.0 out of 10

Based on 20 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

52nd of 452 rated engineering


Job description

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 : 116313 

Opportunity Type : Staff 

Relocation eligible : Yes 

Full time/Part time : Full-Time  

Project Only Hire : No 

Visa Sponsorship Available: No 

Why Black & Veatch?

Join the Overland Contracting (a Black & Veatch company) construction team and build with pride. As a 100% employeeowned company, every role matters - you own your work, your impact, and your future. We lead with care, and safety is nonnegotiable and embedded into every role, site and decision, ensuring our teams return home safe, every day.

From field engineering to project management to quality and startup, you'll work with cuttingedge technology, learn from seasoned experts, and grow through realworld, handson experience. With a strong backlog across power, water, grid, and industrial markets, you'll have the stability to grow and the opportunity to shape what comes next.

Job Summary

The Construction Commissioning & Startup Operations Director is responsible for overseeing commissioning operations within construction services. This role includes leadership responsibilities, coordination of field and office activities, and adherence to safety and compliance requirements.

Key Responsibilities
Sets strategic direction for all non-substation startup and commissioning procects worldwide and is process owner for all related policies and procedures.
Prioritizes activities of startup staff.
Monitors and reviews startup and commissioning programs across all sectors and makes necessary revisions to program as required.
Develops and maintains a detailed startup schedule and detailed set of startup packages to track startup completion and progress.
Maintains open communications and relationships with clients.
Adheres to safety and quality standards as applicable for duties and accountabilities.
Identifies and assesses standardization across function and champions continuous improvement efforts.
Assesses and supports change management effects associated with the implementation of improvements
Acts as key salesperson and project manager for all startup-only work.
 Department Head responsibilities, including sponsorship of BV and Construction programs and initiatives (i.e. EDGE, construction onboarding, etc.)
Management Responsibilities
Preferred Qualifications
 MBA/Graduate degree or equivalent experience.
 Demonstrated experience in a direct hire construction environment.
 Proven ability to communicate with and lead a diverse workforce, including field professionals and highly technical SMEs.
 Strong industry knowledge including startup guidelines, construction contracting, project instructions manual, etc.
 Advanced project management skills.
Minimum Qualifications
12 years' experience in commissioning management, construction operations, or equivalent.
 Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
 Deep understanding of plant operating philosophy and startup sequence of events.
 Knowledge of managing staff to comply with the applicable safety manuals and BV safety and health program and policies.
 Ability to maintain strong relationships and develops a high level of trust and credibility with key clients and project teams.
 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
Competencies
Collaborates
Communicates effectively
Courage
Directs work
Instills trust
Interpersonal savvy
Organizational savvy
Salary Plan
CNS: Construction Services
Job Grade
021

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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.

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.

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About Black & Veatch

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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.

Industry

Civil engineering construction

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Overland Park, KS, US

Year founded

1915