Construction Operations Group Leader - Grid
Date: Oct 6, 2025
Location:
Overland Park, KS, US FL, US NC, US KS, US GA, US MO, US TX, US TN, US LA, US SC, US
Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies
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Company : Black & Veatch Corporation
Req Id : 111297
Opportunity Type : Staff
Relocation eligible : No
Full time/Part time : Full-Time
Project Only Hire : No
Visa Sponsorship Available: No
Job Summary
By joining our BV Construction group, you will have the ability to develop and enhance your skills in an on-site, hands-on environment. We are committed to providing our construction professionals with expert training, career development, and career advancement to allow for continuous professional development. Our management is committed to the latest advances in technology, above class support and sustainability to bring our clients the best service in safety, quality, and final product. Functions in our group include safety, project field management, construction management, quality control, start up and decommissioning and field engineering. #LI-KC1 #construction #substation #transmission #operationsmanager
This position may apply to Construction Operations in various divisions. Accountable for overall construction operations in the Division or Region as assigned. Accountable for success of construction business development efforts and for successful project construction execution processes. Accountable for assuring availability of resources with proper expertise and tools to support construction project execution efforts. Has authority to allocate resources and make construction execution decisions for assigned Division or Region in accordance with Division Policies, Standards, Guides and Contractual commitments. This role requires travel.
Key Responsibilities
Ensuring that all assigned Grid construction projects are properly staffed with the appropriately trained and skilled professionals needed to successfully provide the contracted services; coordinates with Division to staff projects. Directs preparation of and reviews project construction execution plans for projects
When requested, develops construction execution plan for projects and proposals which minimizes cost and duration of construction activities. Providing oversight during construction on all assigned transmission/distribution construction projects
Monitors and evaluates reports on assigned project construction execution to division management, takes corrective action as necessary. Ensuring that all construction operations on each project site comply with the applicable Safety Manuals and the Firm's safety and health program and policies. Provides construction support to Project Executives and Project Managers
When assigned, includes risk assessment and cost estimating for proposals
Directs business development, including sales and proposal efforts for construction-only projects. Ensuring that all Projects meet the Division or Client specified quality standards . Establishes and maintains relationships and develops a high level of trust and credibility with key clients, alliance partners, subcontractors, and project teams . Monitors, evaluates and recommends alliance partners and/or subcontractors consistent with determined implementation plan. Provides supervision, training, development, and performance management of direct reports . Identifies and assesses improvement opportunities which will add value
Champions continuous improvement efforts
Assesses and supports the change management effects associated with the implementation of improvements
Proactively supports, encourages and facilitates staff to engage in continuous improvement activities.
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Skills: Ability to deliver Project Gross Margin on project assignment. Company practices, process and related impact on project activities. Risk assessment policies and procedures. Open-shop transmission, substation and BESS construction experience. Knowledge of EPC industry. Constructability knowledge. Knowledge of project budget process and tools. Knowledge of department budget process and tools. Knowledge of Project controls. Risk assessment/management. Administrative policies and procedures. Construction Project Management Systems. Conceptual planning ability. Conflict management skills. Leadership ability (team building, coaching, mentoring, change management, advising). Multi-tasking ability (prioritize, organize, schedule work). Presentation skills. Problem solving skills (identify, analyze, research, evaluate, resolve). Project management skills. Communication and meeting skills. Time reporting systems. Expense reporting policies and procedures Communication and interpersonal skills. Approach to managing construction operations. Conceptual planning ability. Problem solving skills. Project management skills. Leadership skills. Bilingual/Spanish speaking is preferred.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in engineering or construction or equivalent relevant experience. 10-20 years of construction operations experience, based on assigned area of operations.; Bachelor's degree in engineering or construction or equivalent relevant 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.
Certifications
OSHA, Risk Management, Project Management courses.
Work Environment/Physical Demands
Physical Demands:
Lift and carry heavy items weighing up to 50 pounds.
Stand, Kneel, Bend, Stoop, Move, and Walk long distances in and around confined, cluttered places, and uneven areas.
See and hear naturally or with correction.
Full range of motion and flexibility consistent with requirements of the job duties.
Requires using hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls according to a set procedure.
Requires repetitive movement.
May require work above 5 feet in height.
Climb and maintain balance on steel framework, stairs, ladders and scaffolds.
Work up to a 12 hour shift doing hard physical labor in varying temperature extremes and other outside conditions.
Work Environment:
Typical construction site environment:
Requires working in cramped work spaces and getting into awkward positions.
Requires working in very hot (above 90 F degrees) or very cold (below 32F degrees) temperatures and exposure to inclement weather such as dust, wind, snow, rain, etc.
Requires working in extremely bright or low lighting conditions
Includes exposure to sounds and noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable.
Work around hazardous equipment.
Typical office environment. Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based upon manager discretion, job performance and work assignments.
This position is considered a safety sensitive position.
Competencies
Collaborates
Communicates effectively
Courage
Directs work
Instills trust
Interpersonal savvy
Organizational savvy
Being resilient
Builds effective teams
Business insight
Cultivates innovation
Customer focus
Drives engagement
Drives vision and purpose
Global perspective
Manages ambiguity
Strategic mindset
Salary Plan
CNS: Construction Services
Job Grade
021
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