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Black & Veatch allows you to lend your talent and perspective to humanity's biggest challenges in a flexible environment where you are empowered to grow and explore new possibilities. We offer competitive compensation; 401K match and benefits that start day 1. Our hybrid environment allows you to balance your work and personal life.

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Black & Veatch's Infrastructure Advisory Business provides a portfolio of solutions focused on the asset lifecycle, including Asset Management & Operations & Maintenance, Infrastructure Technology, Cybersecurity Solutions, Planning and Transactions. In this role you will be part of the Delivery Team supporting Solutions.

The O&M Project Initiation Manager is responsible for overseeing the seamless onboarding and integration of new projects into the remote operations center. Operations and Maintenance (O&M) services encompass power generation, storage, transmission, and distribution. This role ensures all baseline deliverables are established and that connectivity required for remote operations and monitoring is successfully implemented to fulfill contractual obligations while maintaining high standards for safety, timeliness, budget compliance, and customer service. Upon project initiation completion, the position facilitates a smooth transition to the portfolio execution project manager. Additionally, this role manages client relationships, supports proposal development, pursues new business opportunities, and leads a diverse team to accomplish project objectives and meet client needs.

While the position is eligible for multiple office locations, the preferred locations for this role are Phoenix, Kansas City, Houston, Charlotte, Tampa, Tualatin, Dallas, Atlanta, Denver, Bloomington, and Gaithersburg. Strong candidates in other listed locations will be considered.

• Lead teams to initiate project onboarding in accordance with contractual requirements and company policies.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for coordinating remote operations connectivity to project sites.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams-including engineering, IT, and product support-across multiple projects and clients.
• Ensure safety, cost efficiency, and adherence to project schedules for all baseline initiation activities and deliverables.
• Support designated proposals and contribute to business development initiatives.
• Act as a liaison between the remote operations center, corporate support functions, and execution teams on technical matters related to controls/SCADA integration and site connectivity.

• 8-10 years of relevant experience in power, industrial or communications  sectors, particularly with SCADA and control systems
• At least 5 years of experience in project management or service delivery leadership
• Experience in programming control systems and configuring network infrastructure
• Proficiency with AWS tools including IoT Core, GreenGrass, VPC Networking, Lambda, MySQL Database, SQS
• Technical competencies in Linux, PC hardware, networking devices, Python development, git, Terraform, JSON, Bash shell, PowerShell, and Visual Studio Code
• Operational Technology (OT) expertise, including SCADA system architecture, reading control system schematics, and familiarity with OPC-UA, Modbus, DNP3, IEC 60870-5-101/104, and Ignition

Preferred Non-Technical Skills

• Demonstrated leadership and effective team management abilities
• Advanced problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to coach, mentor, and develop others
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Results-driven mindset
• Excellent communication and collaborative skills
• Commitment to continuous learning and staying abreast of industry developments

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent 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.

• Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based upon manager discretion, job performance and work assignment

• Frequent travel with ability to travel on an short notice or emergency basis.

• Office-based role with extended periods of sitting, standing, and computer usage.
• Frequent use of video and audio-conferencing tools for internal and external communications.
• Common site visits including emergency site visits as required.
• Travel to Black & Veatch HQ for team meetings and training as scheduled.